So Fresh!

...there is something incredibly hopeful about a fresh start...

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"This is the start of something wonderful" -

These past couple of months since starting porch & palette have been magnificent.

They have been my "fresh start".

You can have your's too, in all aspects of life!  I like to think you can have a fresh start anytime & anywhere.  From your house to your attitude, to your wardrobe, to your lifestyle, it is up to you to find where you need a fresh start!

I'll walk you down the road to a few of mine.

Mondays don't have to be manic & miserable! There are a lot of easy little things that you can do on the weekends to "reset" for a fresh, smooth work week! 

1. Wash your sheets & make your bed

2. Do all your laundry & choose outfits for the entire week

3. Prepare breakfast and lunch for Monday (or the entire week)

4. Empty all your trashcans

5. Tidy up your home

6. Restock your refrigerator & pantry

7. Check your calendar & create a fresh to-do list

These are just a few of my weekend habits to prepare for a Monday.  Crawling into a bed with fresh crisp sheets & knowing what you're getting into the upcoming week just has peaceful relaxation written all over it! 

A great way to end the weekend.

Freshness in the house.

1. Rearrange 

2. Remove unnecessary clutter (not decorative clutter) 

3. Update picture frames (out with the old, in with the new!)

4. Switch up your bedding

Above are just a few tid bits that I have done in my house for a fresh new feel.  When you update your picture frames, put the old memories in a album or box so they don't get lost.  I removed my "unnecessary clutter" from my fridge.  The things I needed to keep, got moved to the side where they weren't as visible.  

For my bedding (see below), I mixed old pillows from my guest bedroom in with a new comforter & matching shams.  You won't believe the difference you'll feel!  

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If it doesn't matter, get rid of it.  "New" home, new adventure, new memories! 

...goodbye 10 inches.... 

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"A woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life" - Coco Chanel 

Back in March, I cut & donated close to 10 inches of my hair to Locks of Love.  Not only did it feel amazing to get a new look, it felt amazing to be helping someone out!

You don't have to change your physical look just to help a stranger out.  So, I challenge you to go pay it forward.  Here are  40 Ideas to Pay it Forward !  There is something gratifying knowing you helped someone today...  

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... the best is yet to come... 

YOU are in charge of your happiness.  Today, instead of thinking about what you are not, try thinking about all that you are... wake up everyday with a grateful heart & you'll be amazed at the life you step into.

... let go with no regrets & move on with full confidence... 

Cheers to another weekend!

xo

- W

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