I landed here in Florida on Tuesday and have been enjoying the soft sun and laid back lifestyle of the area, getting a lot of rest and doing some daydreaming. Time alone in solitude recharges and inspires me.
Earlier this year I decided to (mostly) give up alcohol, because of how it was making me feel. I was waking up in the middle of the night not feeling good, it was affecting my sleep and giving me brain fog, so it felt like it was time to give it up. Perimenopause was also a contributing factor, so I decided it was time to say goodbye to reaching for an adult beverage in the evening.
I haven?t totally given up alcohol. I will imbibe in the occasional social cocktail or glass of wine with friends from time to time, but in my days and evenings I now drink water because I love the way it makes me feel: more energized, more cleansed, and I have greater mental clarity. It all began when Matt bought me a handmade pebbled glass carafe for Christmas (seen below) and since then I?ve kept it in my bathroom as a reminder to keep drinking water throughout the day. The simple elegance of it reminds me of my goal of increased hydration. I want this new ritual to become a daily practice because of this feeling of renewed health.

pebbled glass carafe
I?ve seen the concept of romanticizing your life circling around on social media and I agree with it: using the fancy china for a mid week meal, burning a lovely candle to make your home smell amazing, the list goes on. Surrounding yours...