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Weekly Whimsy

With love,  Angela Schmidt

Connect with loved ones, mindful moments, and find adventures.

There are many ways to feel alive and connected to ourselves, others, and the world.

The Warmth of Connection

Strengthen relationships, whether through cozy gatherings or heartfelt messages.

Four ways to connect this week:

1.  Send a thoughtful note

• Text
• Email
• A handwritten letter to brighten someone’s day.
   

2.  Share a warm drink

• Tea, coffee, or hot cocoa with a friend (even virtually!).

3.  Reach out

• Call someone you’ve been thinking of and share a little warmth.
   

4.  Give a cozy gift

• a book
• a candle
• something handmade to spread kindness.

Who is someone you would love to reconnect with?

Mindful Moments

Slow down, be present, and appreciate the beauty around you.

Here are two ways to practice mindfulness this week:

1.  Step outside, take a deep breath and notice:

• The coolness or warmth of the air
• The stillness or the hustle and bustle around you. 
• The way light dances in the shadows.

2.  Experience and enjoy a warm drink slowly

• breathe in the aroma
• feel the warmth in your hands
• enjoy the moment.

What’s one mindful practice that brings you peace?

Adventures Await!

Adventures don’t have to involve big plans.  They can be small, simple, joyful experiences that bring a fresh perspective.

1.  Take a walk

Enjoy the beauty around you.

2.  Capture the magic

Take pictures of the landscapes or cozy indoor scenes.

3.  Try a new comfort meal

• Warming soups
• Roasted vegetables
• A delicious warm bowl of porridge

Speaking of porridge, here is a simple delicious recipe for you.  

Chai-Spiced Baked Porridge

Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats
1 small apple, diced
1 cup milk (soy, oat, almond, coconut, cashew, dairy)

1 tbsp maple syrup
½ tsp cinnamon

¼ tsp ginger

¼ tsp cardamom
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp chopped nuts or raisins (optional)

Instructions

• Mix everything in a baking dish
• Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes until golden and fragrant
• Enjoy warm!

4.  Make a  playlist

Music that soothes, uplifts, and brings you joy.

What’s one small adventure you could add to your week?

How will you strengthen connection, embrace mindfulness, or add small adventures?

I would love to hear what speaks to you!

Share here!

Pause, appreciate, and find joy as you create and live in your moments.  Make them worth remembering!

Enjoy making your moments worth remembering filled with love, joy, and whimsy!