Baby, It’s Cold Outside!
Okay, okay… so we live in Southern California where the sun always shines and the snow never drops BUT you have to agree that it’s been pretty chilly out there this winter! While it’s always nice (for those that enjoy some seasonal diversity), to have some chilly weather this time of year, it can limit the things you want to do outside. Sometimes it’s nice to just stay indoors, all warm and cozy…BUT you might be in need of some ideas of how to use your time these months of the year. That’s where we come in!
We’re here to offer some ideas of ways to make the most of the weather, both cold and warm, this winter, with fun activities to keep you happy and productive throughout the winter months!
1. Get your sleep on.
*Make up for all those sleepless nights by curling up in your bed and dream the night-or day-away. Give your mind a much needed break.
2. Catch up with friends.
*Abuse Skype & FaceTime if you are stuck inside the house. Maybe have group calls with your best friends. Or catch up with old friends. It is a good chance to reconnect because you will actually have enough time to talk about things.
3. Clean your closet.
*Give away things you no longer need. Mix & match your items. Make it look pretty.
4. Test your business skills.
*Make some extra cash and sell some your stuff online, see if you can bargain.
5. Take an online course.
**Or watch an interesting documentary. If you want to feel productive in a snowstorm, online learning is your best bet.
6. Catch up on your favorite shows or re-watch old ones.
*Some shows never get old. This is the best time to re-watch some of your all-time favorite shows or watch a new one. Warning: you may not be able to get off the coach until you finish the whole season.
7. Try a new recipe.
*Feed yourself some ideas from your favorite food channel and hop in the kitchen to try some of them. Play Master Chef with some of your family members even, if you want to make it more fun & challenging.
8. Read a good book.
*A book that will inspire you to go out there and kill it after the storm is over.
9. Play games.
*Perfect time for Pictionary, taboo or even twister if you are having a snowmagedon slumber party.
10. Take a trip down memory lane.
*Look at old pictures of your friends and family. Read your journal or your diary. Read old letters or birthday cards from your friends. You will be surprised at how these little things warm your heart and leave you feeling revitalized.
11. Do home exercises.
*Look up videos of a new workout you’ve been meaning to try. Zumba, insanity, yoga…etc. That way you won’t feel so bad about stuffing your face with all those groceries you bought.
12. Practice your bar tending skills.
*Make your own happy hour at home. Mix your own drinks & pour some more shots as long as you don’t text your ex.
13. Cuddle.
*...With your partner, with your friends, with your pets, or with your blanket.
14. Dance.
*You can’t go wrong with that one. Put your favorite dancing jams and shake those hips.
15. Sing.
*Time to bring out that Karaoke machine. Sing along with you friends or family and make sure the neighbors don’t call the cops on you.
16. Pamper yourself.
*Take a hot bubble bath. Try a new facial mask.
17. Shop online.
*When the urge kicks in, start looking at all those sales items. They know you will be shopping, and they will come for you and find you
18. Work on your portfolio or your resume. Update your portfolio. Make your resume more appealing. If you have a blog; work on customizing it or picking a different theme. This is a good chance to sharpen your edges.
19. Have some time for yourself to relax and get out of your own head.
*Listen to some relaxing music and picture the life you want for yourself. Relinquish all your responsibilities and negativity for a few hours.
20. Bring your inner interior designer out.
*Redecorate your bedroom or your living room. Make small changes in your personal space to make it a lot more inviting.
21. Take online quizzes and personality tests. We all know that’s your guilty pleasure.
22. Watch DIY tutorials and listen to self-help podcasts. They are more helpful than you think.
23. Do something “cute” for someone.
*Whether a pic collage, a scrapbook or just a nicely written message. Show someone you appreciate their warmth in this brutally cold weather.
24. Get Creative - Paint and drink wine!
*Come in to Pinot’s Palette and get in touch with your inner-artist! Our classes are so much fun to do with friends, family, or even alone for some relaxing down-time! We offer 16”x20” canvases (typically) to create your masterpiece on, but we don’t stop there…
Join us for a long canvas painting, (light up) wine bottles, wooden pallet artwork, and more (*Including some excellent drink specials!!!).
In our classes, you’ll create a handmade work of art in just 2-3 hours! We’ll have a talented instructor, walking you through the painting, step-by-step, and at the end of class, you’ll be surprised at how you went from blank canvas to masterpiece with little to no prior experience! If you live (or are visiting) in or around the Raleigh-Durham area, join us for a class (or two…). We make the perfect spot for a fun girls’ night out, a great date night idea, or even a unique way to have a private, corporate event! You can attend on of our standard, public classes, by viewing the schedule online then signing up for the one you like best! For our private events like birthday parties, bridal showers, or work/corporate events, check out the link below for more information and to get the ball rolling on booking your event!
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