I used to live like a monk... seriously. I had a bed a dresser, no paintings or knick knack type things around. I used to think that being hard on myself made me stronger. I thought that the more I indulged myself the less constitution, my soul held.

I'm not sure what changed me exactly but about a year ago, I began to see the value in taking care of me. Now, I do nice things for myself, nothing major, just nice little things that keep me happy, everyday. It may not make life eaiser,but it makes it more bearable.

Here's a list of minor luxuries I allow myself on the daily basis:


At home:

mosquito netting round my bed

Lots of pillows all sizes,shapes and hues, EVERYWHERE

300 ( or 350 not sure don't recall) thread count bed sheets

Chenile throws

Good tea

Good chocolate

At school:

A Big Clifford the big red dog stuffed animal I cuddle when I feel bad.(The kids love him too!)

pretty stationary

pretty coffee mugs

a hot pink feather duster pen

Comfy chairs I bought for my classroom

Windchimes

plants


What are somethings you do to make your life a little warmer?

Sweeny79 said:

plumbing and central heating.

I started dressing a hell of a lot better too.

0101010101010101010101010 said:

Note to self install plumbing and central heating!

An ice cold can of Coke...

300 count sheets on my bed...

Blackberry tea, unsweetened...

Amazingly scented candles...(no idea what the scent is...they just smell beautiful)

Thick, fluffy towels...

Brand new socks (gotta have 'em new every month)...

LOTS of different types of music...

Original artwork from local artists...

A messy computer room...(I allow myself the luxury of one room being a pit..lol)

Spongebob videos...

Sweeny79 said:

i agree

those pink bunny slippers make u look sexeeeee!

Byron said:

I got some sponge bob too and LOTS of candles

0101010101010101010101010 said:

I don't have slippers But they would be fun in school Good idea!!!

Sweeny79 said:

Way to go, pink one...lol

at home:
a big leather chair in front of the computer.
and...and... that's it!

At work:
a laptop with everything I need to make music, just in case I have spare time.
lots of DVDs of live shows and comedies to pass the time.
and I've arranged myself a nice rich boss to take care of all my needs

Byron said:

pink?

Heavenly said:

Does he have a brother?

Sweeny79 said:

Yes he does. But no need, he has now moved to the US, and is looking for a new business
He's taking me with him And he's not that far from Jersey

Heavenly said:

OH LUCKY DAY!

Sweeny79 said:

The one on the far right...how soon they forget..

Byron said:

How did I forget that?!

"it seems we have reached an impass..."

Sweeny79 said:

..."The pink one's right.."

Byron said:

did you see the oposite day episode?

Sponge bob don't like me no more!


Ummm Patrick it's opposite day I still like you!

Oh ok

Sweeny79 said:

...

"Opposite Day? Hey, I've heard of that before!!"

"You have??"

"No!! What is it??"

Byron said:

Then he wrecks his house and shit! That and Bubble buddy are the best episodes

Natisse said:

Those are big ones!

Sweeny79 said:

yeah but I don't allow myself many little ones...

Sweeny79 said:

You need to see the one where Spongebob and Patrick decide to become chocolate bar salesmen... ...Or "Life Of Crime", if only to hear Mr. Krabs say "Eh, permission, sperm-mission"..lol

Byron said:

sperm mission?

Natisse said:

You should!

Sweeny79 said:

I probably allow myself more luxuries than I realise lol

Natisse said:

I hope so! You deserve it

Byron said:

I LOVE new socks. I used to tell people I was going to start buying 365 pairs of sweat sox a year and wear them only once.

lovemachine said:

Exactly... ...Only I'd wear them twice, just so that I could wash & dry 'em once to have that "fresh from the dryer" feeling...mg, warm socks on your feet...