Month: August 2016
I Got 99 Problems But Smiles Ain’t One!
According to Marilyn Monroe, a smile is the best make up any girl can wear.
I’ve been thinking recently about all the things that make me smile – all the little things that I post weekly about. Smiles are so important to me and I don’t think we do it often enough – at least, I don’t think we do stuff intentionally in order to make ourselves smile.
It doesn’t have to be expensive, nor time consuming – just a small act of self love to bring a smile to your face. Scientifically even a fake smile can do you the world of good. Just taking time to notice the stuff that makes you happier and intentionally including more of it in your every day can increase your happiness.
Every month I challenge myself to do something new – read about my previous challenges here.
This month I am going to SUPERSIZE my Its the little things series and come up with one thing every day that has made me smile.
And I want you to join in too!
Here’s the challenge for you:
I’m challenging all of my readers to experience one thing every day for the month of September that is guaranteed to put a smile on their faces.
Just ONE thing that puts a grin on your face and a giggle in your heart.
Some of my favourite ideas include:
~ finding time to read ~ a beautiful photograph ~ a candlelit bubble bath ~ a new lipstick ~ fresh flowers ~ laughing ~ sending ‘Have a lovely day’ texts ~ a surprise gift ~ anonymous cakes at work ~ hugs ~ a walk in the sunshine ~ finding the perfect quote ~ finishing a project ~ a trip to the library ~ eating my favourite food ~ going the extra mile for someone ~ coffee dates ~ colouring ~ watching old movies ~ starting the day with positive affirmations ~ or exercise ~ my favourite mug ~ doggy snuggles ~ making someone else smile ~ coordinating stationary ~ spending time with loved ones ~ being creative ~
If this feels hard, too foreign or a waste of time. Don’t forget…
It’s so worth a little effort.
And a final thought for you to carry with you today…
These are all fabulous reasons to make yourself smile. Remember they’re contagious too!
If you want to join in, it starts September 1st.
Link your posts back to this one so that I can share in all your smiles. Place my Cheshire Cat proudly on your blog too.
I’ll be posting daily throughout the month too and if you’re on Twitter, use #itsthelittlethings and let’s start a revolution!
Can’t wait to see how you all get on!
xo
Writing on your blog…is that even allowed?
Poets don’t draw. They unravel their handwriting and then tie it up again, but differently.
Jean Cocteau
Thankyou to Adelina from The Living Me for inviting me to take part in this challenge!
I do a challenge each month and although I’d already planned my playlist one, this one caught my eye because how often do you get chance to show your writing on your blog? So, two challenges in one month?
My blog. My rules.
Speaking of rules…here are the rules:
💛 Write your name
💛 Write your blog name
💛 Write your favourite word and its definition
💛 Write something nice
💛 Write the name of your favourite song right now
💛 What you’re writing with?
💛 Write a fun fact about yourself
💛 Write/ draw your favourite emoticon
💛 Write a silly message
💛 Write who you’re inviting
Answers:
Your name: Nicky
Your blog name: the shimmer within her
Favourite word: Beautiful – possessing qualities that give great pleasure or satisfaction to see, hear, think about etc
Something nice: I believe we are all amazing!
My favourite song right now: It’s amazing! By Jem
Writing with: a boring pen!
Fun fact: I love reading teenage fiction!
Favourite emoticon: 🙂
A silly message: May some day you find the peanut to your butter!
 I invite:
I hope you enjoyed something a little different.
I did. It was fun.
Any time you get asked personal questions, you have the opportunity to learn a little more about yourself. I started this blog with a dream of helping others find out who they are and who they’re destined to be. With a little soul searching and reflection I believe everyone can become more confident in the beautiful person they truly are.
So have fun with this!
What have you done lately that you’ve not done before or done simply for the fun of it?
Let me know below 💛
Nicky xo
It’s The Little Things 28/08/16
It’s the things that make me smile a secret smile, make my heart happy and generally make my day delightful.
Here’s a few things from my fabulous week…
What little things have delighted you this week?
They don’t have to be monumental or extravagant. They just have to have improved your day in some beautiful way.
Let me know below.
Have a fabulous week to come,
Nicky 💋
Monthly Challenge Playlist poetry: #3 The Funky Edition
This is where I come when I need my spirits lifted, desire a dance party for one or am generally feeling nostalgic.
This playlist is a feel good one, I saved the best ’til last.
If you don’t like what you see here
Now I will tell you what I’ve done for you
Do you have the time?
Can’t stop, addicted to the shindig
It starts with
Come here, baby
It’s just one of those days
Cut my life into pieces
I hate the rain and sunny weather
Until the break of Dawn
Songs
Get the funk out – Extreme
Going Under – Evanescence
Basket Case – Green Day
Can’t Stop – Red Hot Chili Peppers
In the End – Linkin Park
Crazy – Aerosmith
Break Stuff – Limp Bizkit
Last Resort – Papa Roach
Everything About You – Ugly Kid Joe
Original Prankster – The Offspring
I’ve had a blast with this challenge and I’ve enjoyed sharing my eclectic taste in music with you all!
Thanks again to Kristian, who was the inspiration for this post. Read this post and this one if you’re interested in my other playlist poems.
Have you ever created poetry using a random method? Have you ever used music as your inspiration for writing?
As ever, I’d be really interested to hear your thoughts. Let me know below 💋
The Shimmer Within Her 