I need "me time".
For as long as I can remember, I have always needed time to myself to rejuvenate
before I went back into the world. Actually, I have never had difficulty spending time alone.
If I have had a busy schedule spending time with lots of people then it becomes
more imperative that I find a little time just for me.
My favorite day of the week to be with myself are Sundays.
I love Sundays. It's one of those days that just screams
"You don't have to do anything kind of a day," and usually, I don't.
So on those "me" days, I grab my favorite books, usually decor with lots of pictures,
a glass of wine or tea depending on the time of the day and light lots of candles.
Candles to me are imperative. They set the tone for the moment ...
they warm up the space and make the time feel a little bit sacred for me.
Some people head to their bathtub filled with warm scented water while others might
go to their super comfy bedroom to nestle under a quilt or two and read a great novel.
I love my soft white sofa where I can stretch out or just curl up like a cat
to read all my books and magazines.
As you may know, I am a magazine junkie and I save them for a couple of years.
Every time I thumb through a magazine, I see something new that I've missed.
I also keep a dream book where I paste favorite pictures of things I want to do,
clothing I love, favorite home decor ideas and DIY projects. I also love reading
cook books and being inspired to try something new for my next meal.
Some Sundays, I just curl up and watch some great "chick flicks" on the tube.
And, sometimes I just nap.
What do you do on your special "me times"?
Do you love being outside taking a walk with yourself and a camera?
Or, going to a great movie on your own?
How about a lovely lunch on your own writing in your journal?
Or a fun jog through a park?
Tell us. It may be just the inspiration we all need
to honor ourselves with a little "Me Time."



8 comments:
Love the peeks into your beautiful space...clearly sacred.
I fluctuate between me time in the studio and out in the garden...but then there's always the dune trails in the maritime forest just minutes away...
so many choices...
I love that you gave me the gift of turning toward a list...I'm on my way.
Thank you for stopping by Iona and sharing all the lovely places where you might spend your "me time.". For many artists, their studio is like a sanctuary. Truly a place to dream.
What a gorgeous peaceful looking space you have got there...it makes me feel relaxed just looking at it. With 3 young children "me" time doesn't happen very often anymore but when it does it normally involves a book and a large glass of wine in a hot bubble bath :)
I remember those getaway moments sitting in a bubblebath with a glass of wine when my son was small. They were heaven until he came knocking on the door wanting to know if he could come in. End of "me" time but I would love to have those little raps back now that he's grown up and on his own.
Hello Meg, Loved this post and I do enjoy many versions of 'me' time -- walking with my dog every morning clears the mind & is open to day-dreaming. In the afternoon is my favourite time to have a cup of tea and read my favourite blogs and then perhaps another day, a glass of wine by the fire (with a candle lit) looking at magazines (decor, travel, cooking). Never been the bath type but love to watch old movies or PBS reruns while ironing however, ironing does not qualify as 'me' time right?
Have a good day, NB
For me, these days it's any kind of 'alone' time I can get. I especially love on nice days, getting in the car, driving who knows where and appreciating nature, life and me....I love taking my camera to see and shoot what others may not see. I love the quiet!
NB and Marg ... I love the ways you spend quality time by yourself. I agree with you NB ... rewatching favorite old movies or programs is very comforting. And Marg, I forgot how lovely it is to be out with your camera in the country or city streets looking for inspiration to capture on film. I need to get back doing that again real soon and I can't wait to see some of your beautiful photos on your blog.
Meg
Meg...I have recently been receiving posts from a pal of mine and as I look through the beautiful interiors I think ...hmmm...I wonder if you've seen this blog...
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enjoy...it's a current celebration of Chinese New Year...check out the post on Ancestor paintings...pretty stunning.
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