Everyday Maddie

 Happy Thursday! We are sooo close to the weekend and so close to February! I am linking up with Holly and Patty today for the first Monthly Musings of 2025! 1. What do you do to stay warm in the winter? Heated blanket!! I'm using mine as I type this! 2. Favorite wintertime activity? Staying inside. Where it's warm. 😂 3. Any different beauty routines in winter? Lots of extra moisture! My skin gets so dry in the winter. Whether it's thick night creams, serums, or oils, I just like to lock in as much moisture as possible. 4. Skating, sledding, or skiing? I hug the wall when I ice skate. I've never been sledding. I have never tried to ski. I don't get out too much in the winter- ha! 5. Favorite winter recipes? All the soups, red beans and rice, and baked goods! 6. Favorite winter hot beverage? Coffee! 7. Best winter memories? Anytime it has ever snowed way down here in Mississippi! 8. Coldest day that you remember? Last year around MLK Jr. Day...we had lots of ice on ...

 Happy Wednesday!! Ok, if you're like me and get a touch of the winter blues around this time of year you might resonate with today's post! I'm sharing all the self care things I like to do to keep myself sane. 1. Keep your spaces clean but cozy. Having a clean space makes my mind feel clean too. Light some candles, pull our your fuzzy blankets, curl up with a book, turn on the lamps, whatever you do that makes things feel cozy! 2. Drink water. Make sure you are keeping up with your water intake! When it's cold, sometimes we feel like we don't need to drink as much water, but we do! As I'm typing this, I actually need to get up and get more water! 3. Don't forget the skincare. Our skin is likely more dry right now, and I love using a thick moisturizer to help. Also using masks, oils, rose water spray, etc. will make your skin extra happy! Plus, it's just fun. 4. Make your favorite meals and drink your favorite drinks. When Caleb or I make something for d...