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Enveloping Myself in Self Love


Dear Lovely Lady,

Self-love to me is waking up early in the morning bright and doe-eyed after a full nights rest with full anticipation of what the day has in store for me. Rolling out of bed and making sure all of the pillows and blankets get to where they belong.

Preparing a peach-flavored oatmeal and adding extra walnuts, while steaming milk for a Citron Green tea-flavored latte to be sipped for the entirety of my morning ritual.


Sitting at a table facing the windows with the curtains pulled back to watch as the sun rises and graces me with it’s rays of pink and orange rays of light, while I sit and write in my hot pink notebook that cheerfully suggests I “Throw Kindness Around Like Confetti” in gold foil. Meanwhile, I’m still wrapped in my soft throw blanket, recalling the events of the day before and writing what’s on my mind and in my heart.

Then, getting up and cleaning up after myself, ensuring everything is placed back to its rightful home, and going back to my room to get ready for the day. Doing the works, makeup hair and all. Then going out for a bit of window shopping and taking myself to wherever the wind takes me. Usually, this ends me up at a bookstore or a boutique and results in me holding at least one shopping bag.

Meeting up with a close friend and reminiscing about the past or chatting about a potential love interest, while indulging in an espresso milkshake at our favorite coffee shop. Keeping an eye on the door in case anyone we know should walk through the door.

Leaving the coffee shop, because we’re the last ones there and heading over to a classy winery to have a glass of moscato and continue chatting. Talking about the ins and outs of our newly acquired adult lives & tastes.

Ending the day with a good run at the gym, a shower and a mini at-home spa treatment is usually how I wrap things up in a cute little bow. Listening to some of my favorite tunes and getting ready for bed to do it again the next free day.

Sincerely yours,


The Refined Lady

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