How many times have you heard the phrase “I’m saving this for a special occasion.” To me, that is a hard no! Being alive is special occasion enough. Every day is a day to celebrate opening your eyes.
All my adult life I have believed that every day is Valentines day, Gift giving day (Christmas), Mothers day and Fathers day. Years ago I had a friend that would just give me something special just because it was Thursday. This idea really turned my life in a fabulous direction! Wherever she is in the world, thank you CA! Remember, I grew up in a wonderful family, but everything was planned. I am sure my parents had it on their calendar what day to have sex. Yes, I did just say that! You get my point, right?
I have completely embraced this philosophy and raised my two sons to live in this world. We do things for each other and buy gifts just because its Thursday, or Monday or Friday. Once we reach a certain age and can really buy anything we want, what really then is the point of gifts? Other than it is always nice to receive a little something. My childhood friend randomly sent me a beautiful silver bracelet in the mail this year for my birthday! I love it and wear it constantly. Thank you Jean! Again, you get my point, we do not need a Hallmark holiday to do something random and inspirational for someone. Do it just because you want to.
To me this is what it looks and feels like to live a random inspirational life. I know not everyone likes a random world. Please do not misunderstand, there is a great deal of routine in my life. I have my spiritual daily routine and my hot yoga work out daily routine. These two things are non negotiable. I work my life around these two daily routines.
OK, so one of the funny random things I enjoy doing, is getting all dressed up, often as fancy as possible, just to go to the grocery store. Remember, I work from home. So getting dressed in something other than my pajamas is a luxury! But the looks I get when this 6’2 blonde walks into a store at 11am with my hair perfectly coiffed hair, makeup, heels and a beautiful dress. I see the moms with their look of what the hell, its 11am am I missing something?
My point is, eat the cupcake, take the trip, tell someone you love and adore them. People, we only have one chance, one life and everyday is a special OCCASION! Make everyday Valentines Day for your loved ones. Make everyday Mothers day and Fathers day. You have my permission!~Shirene