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Sunday, March 30, 2014

A Well Spent Sunday


Sundays are cherished here. It's a day when we may sleep in, enjoy a cup of coffee in bed, and get some extra quiet time before another week throws us its best. 

As a couple, we have established a tradition of our Sunday coffee date. (You can read more about that here.) It's precious time, and it's something we look forward to, as we explore coffee houses in the area and revisit some of our favorites...sometimes in our own kitchen. 

Road trip...errands and coffee...LOVE!


When you spend your Sunday doing what you want, you set a tone for the upcoming week. You began it on your terms...you can conquer your work week on your terms.

If you're at a loss of what to do, or you know what you have to do, but would rather do other things, here are six ideas for making sure your Sunday is well spent.

1. Get some ZZZs. Allow yourself to sleep an extra half hour. For many, an extra half hour seems like a luxury. Likewise, try going to bed an extra half hour early. Not ready to sleep? Read that magazine that's been sitting on your table, or read a chapter in that book you never finished. Try to avoid reading from your phone or tablet though...experts say the light is not conducive to melatonin production, and can impact your sleep.

2. Move your mass. Now that Spring has sprung, hopefully, Mother Nature will be kind and send some warm temperatures our way. 


If April showers are busy building May flowers and you're not up for outside time, consider what you can do inside. See what's available online for videos you can try. Yoga? Planks? There are great, quick workouts on Pinterest that you can try that are invigorating and get your week off to a great start.

3. The proof is in the planning. Sometimes, we make good decisions on the fly, but many of us do better when we plan better. Make a plan for your week. What will you eat? When will you move your mass? What is your to-do list that must get done that week? Make a schedule and keep to it.

4. Check it off your list. Clean your junk drawer. Put the winter clothes into storage. Clean your refrigerator. Organize your desk. Shred old bills. Clean out your wallet and purse. Check one thing off your to-do list. You'll feel better.

5. Veg out. There is no shame in pajama days full of movies, dvr'd shows you haven't had time to watch, reading, napping, and eventually, toast or cereal for dinner. Sunday is your day. If you want to rest, rest. No shame.

6.  Reconnect. There's no need to complicate things. Connect with someone you're missing, or with someone you love. Life is too short for text messages. 



How you spend your Sunday is up to you. Sometimes, commitments and scheduled events take your time, by chance or by choice. But, if you find that you have time on your hands, consider making Sunday your day and create a true Sunday fun day. 

How do you like to spend your Sunday? Do you have any Sunday rituals? Inspire me. 


22 comments:

  1. I love Sunday's - especially when it consists of sleeping in and doing lots of relaxing! Visiting from the Boston Bloggers Facebook group! www.loveandhotchocolate.blogspot.com

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    1. Hi Amy! Welcome and thanks again for the apartment tour. Sundays are made for relaxing...you are so right. That's exactly what we did today. A whole lot of nothing. :-) Thanks again for stopping by.

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  2. I'm really looking forward to the nicer weather! I can't wait to get back outside, even for just walking!

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    1. Me too, Anna Belle! I don't do well if I'm shivering when I'm outside. And, I am never truly successful with the layering piece...too hot or too cold. Never just right. Thanks so much for stopping by. :-)

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  3. Great tips! I try really hard to relax on Sundays too.

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    1. Thanks, Cari! Sundays are made for relaxing! That's exactly what we're doing today. Cheers!

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  4. We go to church on Sundays, so it's not a sleeping in day, but our Sunday afternoons are sacred- quiet, naps, reading, blogging, catching up on reading blogs, planning the weekly menu and school things- I don't know what I would do without those few hours every week! Thanks for linking up to Let's Get Real!

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    1. It sounds like your Sundays are just perfect for you and for your family. Doing what we want in the way we want to do them is what makes the day perfect. Thank you for the opportunity to link up. Cheers! :-)

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  5. Great list. If I don't get my week planned out on Sunday I generally feel a little list and a lot rushed the rest of the week. We also really try to make Sunday a family day.

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    1. Hi Laura,
      I'm a planner, so I agree. This is especially true with eating and working out. I don't make the best choices on the fly, so planning is what works for me. Have a great week! Thanks for stopping by! :-)

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  6. Our Sunday traditions are different in some ways but similar in many others. Thanks for sharing your Sunday with us. One day when our children are gone maybe this is more of what our days will look like. We do enjoy our family day Sundays!

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    1. Hi Adrianne,
      Thank you for stopping by and for your comment. We don't have children, so for us, couple time is sacred. I appreciate your comments. :-) Please visit again. Cheers!

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  7. Thank you for these great tips... I always try to make sure I have my week planned on Sunday evening. Sunday is our family day that we spend with our children and grandchildren - reconnecting and catching up from the week....

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    1. Hi Cathy,
      Thank you so much for stopping by. It sounds like your Sundays are lovely, indeed. :-) Happy Friday!

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  8. I love the idea of Sunday morning coffee dates. My husband and I kind of do that on Sundays and most Saturdays. Occasionally we make a breakfast date out. I look forward to those mornings during the whole week.

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    1. Hi Rachel,
      We do too. It's such a wonderful time of re-connection. It's the little things, like a coffee date or holding hands, that are romantic. Thank you so much for stopping by! Happy Friday!

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  9. Love this list! I need to find something to do other than sleep on Sundays!

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    1. Thanks, Twitch! What a great name! I understand the desire to sleep Sundays away. For me, especially if it's a nice day, I am compelled to get out there and do something. Happy Spring! Thanks for visiting and for your comments. :-)

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  10. I don't like when I have real scheduled plans on Sundays because I definitely prefer for them to be a day for me!

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    1. Hi Kate,
      I agree. When you're busy on the weekends, it sometimes feel like you had no time off. Saturday is our errand day and Sunday is for us. It's a good plan. Happy Friday!

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  11. I love Sunday - and as my husband has it off this week, we plan to make it a really lovely time!

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    1. Hi Molly,
      Perfect timing. It's such a wonderful time of re-connection. It's the little things, like a coffee date or holding hands, that are romantic. Thank you so much for stopping by! Happy Friday!

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