I Am Thankful For:
A lovely afternoon at craft group
Foggy mornings
Camper shopping
Starting seeds for spring planting
A beautiful first day of March
A morning walk with the dogs at Biltmore Estate
Geese on the river
Daffodils
Cherry float Coke Zero Sugar
New information
A morning with the grandkid
Afternoons on the deck
Wildflowers appearing in the grass
The glimmer of a plan
Love
March is the month where winter starts to loosen its grip and the first hints of spring begin to appear. Longer days, fresh air, and a renewed sense of energy make March the perfect time to get out of hibernation mode and try something new. With that in mind, I’ve rounded up some activities to help you enjoy everything March has to offer.
International Women’s Day is March 8th. Enjoy a book or documentary about women leaders or changemakers. (Bonus points if it was written or directed by a woman) Support a woman owned business. Let the women who inspire you know just how much you appreciate them with a letter, phone call, or message. March is also Women's History Month, so don't limit your appreciation, support, and learning to just one day!
Embrace play as exercise. Getting your daily exercise doesn’t have mean going to the gym. Reconnect with the things that bring you joy! Try roller skating, jumping rope, a game of kickball, throwing a frisbee, or dancing. Play as exercise can boost your cardio and strength, improve coordination, and reduce stress.
Go for a drive. Roll down the windows, crank up the volume on your favorite tunes and enjoy the open road.
Pi day (March 14) Observe the day dedicated to the ratio of the circumference of a circle to the diameter of the same circle by enjoying your favorite circular foods. Pie is the obvious choice. But what about Pi-zza? Or some cookies or a cake decorated with the Pi symbol? See who among your family or friends has the most digits of Pi memorized. Or try your hand at writing "pi-ku" - a piece with a 3-1-4 syllable structure.
Go for a spring hike. Head out on your favorite trail or explore a new one. Look for signs of spring - buds on the trees, the first hints of green, or spring wildflowers - along the way.
Read a book outside. Enjoy these first warm days of spring by taking your book outside to read while soaking up the fresh air and sunshine.
Celebrate St. Patrick Day on March 17th. Everyone can be a little Irish one day a year. Wear your favorite green. Have some Irish stew, Dublin coddle, or Colcannon. Pour your favorite Irish drink - whether that's an Irish coffee, Irish whiskey, or a pint of Guiness. Listen to some Irish tunes. Watch an Irish movie or tv show. I recommend "Rebellion" or "House of Guiness" - both can be found on Netflix.
Hang a birdfeeder. Give the birds that have winter edition in your area a reliable food source and prepare for the ones that will soon be making their spring migration. Watching birds is a peaceful, relaxing activity and having a bird feeder helps maintain a healthy, diverse bird population - especially in more urban areas.
Stop scrolling. For one day, turn off the phone or leave it behind. Give yourself a break from the information overload. Try one of the other activities on this list to distract you.
Celebrate the first day of Spring (March 20). You did it! You made it through another long, cold winter. Wake up early and welcome the sunrise. Set your intentions or goals for the season. Or enjoy one of the other activities on this list to welcome in Spring.
Spring cleaning. It doesn't have to be your whole house. Do one room or clean out your closet or dresser. Spring cleaning reduces indoor allergens, reduces stress, and can improve focus and productivity.
Plant something. Start some seeds for your summer vegetable garden or sprinkle some wildflower seeds outside. If you're short on outdoor space, try creating a windowsill herb garden or a small container garden.
Spend some quality time with your furry family member on National Puppy Day (March 23rd). If you don't have a canine companion of your own, visit the dogs at your local shelter or make a donation to help out a dog rescue. Take a walk and pet every puppy you see (always ask first!)
Lighten Up. Add some pastels to your life. I'm thinking of a new (or better yet - thrifted) top or dress, a ready-for-spring nail polish, or some spring candles.
After months of cold and stillness, March is your cue to step outside a little more, breathe a little deeper, and make space for small joys. Whether you try one thing on this list or weave a few of them into your month, I hope March brings you moments of light, playfulness, and renewal. Winter did its thing—but now it’s time to gently wake up and welcome what’s next.
I Am Thankful For:
Spring-like February days
A letter from a dear friend
My husband's new truck
Starting seeds in my little greenhouse
My grandson's birthday
Grocery run with my husband
Cozy socks
A friendly wager with my cousin
Waking up to a dusting of snow
Cute earrings
A bowl of Greek yogurt with berries
Books that make me want to learn more
A good check-up for my dog
I Am Thankful For:
My hair
Car rides with my husband
A beautiful bouquet of roses
A valentine from my grandson
My grandson's laugh
Brownie sundaes
French toast
Morning meditation
Sunny days
Learning something new
Immediately feeling connected to a book
Playing with my dogs
A productive day
My order finally shipped
I Am Thankful For:
Spending time with my daughter
My morning tea
When my grandson hears my voice on the phone and yells "Oma!"
Pulled pork
Hearing a song I used to love and had almost forgot about
Pancakes
Super Bowl Sunday
A weekend without snow or ice
Book Club day
A warm bowl of oatmeal
When the library is busy
Warm February days
Fresh blackberries
Pretty pastel sunsets
I Am Thankful For:
Having everything prepared for the next storm
The snow holding off long enough that I could go to my weekly craft group
My library hold became available just before the storm
A cozy snow day
Homemade chili
The power stayed on again
The snowy landscape
A warm house on a cold night
When the temperatures finally reached above freezing
Feeling pretty
Planning for spring planting
Finally getting out of the house
Celebrating my grandson's birthday
February doesn’t always get much love. It’s short, usually pretty cold (at least where I live), and by this point most of us are a little tired of winter. But honestly? It can be a really good month—especially in midlife.
This is the perfect month for saying yes to the small joys. Whether you’re in the mood for something cozy, something creative, or something that gets you out of the house just enough to feel refreshed - you can find that in February. Consider this list a collection of gentle ideas. Nothing overwhelming or requiring a lot of elaborate planning. Just inspiration to help you enjoy this month in a way that feels right for you
Get Out of the House
1) Take a winter walk through a nearby park, botanical garden, nature preserve, or your own neighborhood.
2) Visit a local restaurant or coffee shop. .
3) Visit a museum or art gallery
Celebrate Valentine’s Day
4) Schedule a romantic date night with your partner in honor of Valentine’s Day. It doesn't have to be fancy, do takeout at home or make a meal together.
5) Plan a Galentine’s dinner or party with your bestie(s)
6) Have a self love day. (Get your head out of the gutter!) Turn off your notifications. Pour your favorite warm beverage, snuggle under a blanket and read a book or binge your favorite series. Treat yourself to your favorite meal or snack. Have a nice bath. Go to bed early. Treat yourself like the goddess you are!
Observe Black History Month
7) Visit a local African-American history museum, exhibit, or landmark
8) Shop at a black-owned business
9) Read a book by a black author
Hibernate at Home
10) At home movie night
11) Take up a hobby, or dedicate time to an existing one - reading, knitting or crochet, drawing or painting, puzzles are perfect for cold February evenings.
Enjoy A Lesser-Known February "Holiday"
12) Make something with Nutella (National Nutella day is Feb 5)
13) Make a homemade pizza (February 9 is National Pizza Day)
14) Treat yourself (or someone else) to some donuts on Pączki Day ( Tlusty Czwartek February 12)
15) Make a big pot of homemade chili (National Chili Day is February 27)
You don’t need to do all the things on this list. Pick what sounds fun, skip what doesn’t, and let the rest go. This month has a way of rewarding small efforts and gentle intentions, so however you choose to spend it, trust that it counts.
I Am Thankful For:
Joining a new craft group
Clean laundry
A couple of mild days before the winter storm
Homemade potato soup
British panel shows
A warm home
The power stayed on
A gorgeous sunset at the end of the storm
A sunny, but frigid day
Sunshine making the ice covered grass sparkle
The "drip drip drip" of melting ice
A little bit of a warm-up
Getting out of the house for a little while
