Did you realize that we all have an EXTRA DAY this year? Yes – Feb. 29! 2024 is a Leap Year!
What will YOU do to take advantage of this day that only comes along every 4 years?
Here are 29 ideas for you:
- Volunteer to help a family member, friend or neighbor.
- Watch the sunrise and/or sunset. Notice all of the beautiful colors.
- Give someone a compliment.
- Go on a picnic – complete with a blanket, sandwiches, fruit and even cloth napkins.
- Hide a few bucks in the pocket of your spouse/kid(s)’ clothes for a fun surprise later.
- Stop at a bakery for a special treat and savor the aroma of freshly baked breads.
- Sing in the shower….and don’t be shy about it.
- Turn your phone off and put it completly out of sight for a couple hours.
- Write a letter to yourself about your current stage of life, and what you hope to experience in the next 4 years. Seal it in an evelope and mark it: Open Next Leap Year – Feb. 29, 2028.
- Try a new recipe.
- Give someone flowers… and pick them if you can.
- Enjoy an ice cream cone – drips and all! Or better yet – make your own Rootbeer Float or Banana Split!
- Call an old friend from high school.
- Pop a bowl of poporn – on the stovetop – NOT in the microwave.
- Spend time outdoors and watch/listen to the birds around you. Take note of the color changes happening in nature.
- Light a few candles and soak in a bubble bath.
- Start reading that book that you say you don’t have time for.
- Look for a 4 Leaf Clover.
- Skip (like you did when you were a kid). It’s bound to make you feel younger!
- Take a bike ride.
- Play your favorite tunes and dance around the house. Pull out your old vinyl records if you have them.
- Tell someone you love them….then tell them again an hour later.
- Take a hike…. literally.
- Find a fountain, throw in a penny and make a wish.
- Roast marshmallows over an open fire.
- Write down a favorite memory – remember/imagine the feelings, sights, sounds, smells….
- Practice mindfulness – sit quiety to meditate, reflect and be present in the moment without any distractions.
- Gaze at the stars – marvel at the beauty of the night sky.
- Partake in a pre-midnight-snack before Leap Day comes to an end.
Enjoy your Leap Day – and remember to enjoy the Simple Pleasures! We know those are the best.
xoxo
❤️ Angie
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