UGH! Its raining outside...there goes outdoor activities and all energetic feelings....Have you ever had some extra time and wondered how to spend your rainy day? Here are a few suggestions!
- Take a Nap...No Joke...Cloudy, Damp, Grey, weather just makes us feel more lethargic and sleepy. This is most likely because light has an affect on serotonin in our brain. Serotonin generally makes us happy and stimulated...(awake and a list of other things). But when there is less light (such as at night or a rainy day) you most likely produce less serotonin. Therefore your body feels drowsy. This can even affect our mood. (something cool to remember...people tend to wear darker colors on rainy days for whatever reason...so next time...check out what your classmates/family/friends/co-workers are wearing...most of them will be wearing greys, blacks, navys, and darker shades like burnt orange and hunter green instead of the typical orange and green...weird...huh?) Anyway whatever causes us to feel tired...we might as well take advantage of it! God blessed us with the ability to sleep...and believe it or not...we NEED it! Check out 1 Kings 19:3-8, God actually sent an Angel to Elijah to tell him to Rest. There were a million and one things Elijah needed to accomplish and God ordered him to rest. So take this opportunity while you are already feeling sleepy and take a well-deserved, needed nap!
- Read a Book! I love to read...but sometimes getting in the mood to sit down for a long time to read can be a challenge for me. That's why rainy days are the best time to read...you're cooped up indoors, so open that book, curl up and get comfortable, and let your imagination soar! If you cant find a book...Grab that Bible and ready away!
- Rain Watch...I cant think of a better word for it...but a soft rain can be sooo relaxing. So if you are lucky enough to have a covered/screened in porch...go outside, cuddle up in a chair/porch swing/corner against the house with a blanket and your favorite snack and just take in the sound, sights and smell of an afternoon rain. Its a great way to to just have "Me" time and think about things. You can also bring your book! :)
- Work some puzzles...Whether its Sudoku, Word puzzles, online games, or your regular old fashioned jigsaw puzzles...its always great to get your brain rolling!
- Watch a Movie!...For once...you cant feel too bad for being a couch potato when its too wet to go outside! So take advantage of the rainy day with a little TV/Movie time! Afterall...you know that afternoon glow on the TV on normal days thats so iritating? It wont be there today! Woot!
- Write...I Like to write (obviously...i do have this blog)...even though im not that great at it! If I can enjoy it...Anybody Can...its a Great way to let out your feelings and explore your imagination! Write a Blog, A short story, novel, poem, anything that speaks from your heart!
- Art...Take that time today you have been looking for and create a work of art! I love to paint and Draw! But sometimes...i just dont have the time for it! Rainy Days are perfect time to get on the list of Christmas presents I love to mkae for the family every year! :)
- Creative...Really in the same category as above...but some people are a little more artistic/creative in a different area than drawing and paints. Take some time today to catch up on Scrapbooking! I am always behind there! Make homedae cards for your friends and family members for future use (Halloween, thanksgiving and Christmas are in the near future you know!) Make decorative trinkets for your home/dorm/room! You can also get creative with Jewlry Making! Somebody I will post pics on here of some jewlry I have made in the past!
- Shopping...Why not? You have to be inside anyways. Your hair is a mess...Your pants legs are wet...why not do something that makes you feel good, like try on some new clothes. If you are short on Money...try going through your closet and creating new outfits to wear out of pieces you already own!
- Music...If you play an instrument...PRACTICE today. If not...but you love music...Today is a good day to search itunes for new songs...watch music videos...or stand in the mirror with a brush and dance/sing to your favorite jams!...yes...i do this...all the time :)
- Photos...In my opinion...rain has a cool effect on nature...so try going out in your rain gear and taking nifty looking pics of the rain on flowers or fog on the mountians! :)
Thats All For now! God Bless!
