I know we can all feel it. If we had the opportunity to remove our gloves and take off our warm hats, the warmth of the sun is showing us that spring is almost here. I know that it’s only a matter of weeks before there will be slush in the streets and grass poking through the snowbanks in our yards.
There’s something about spring that – even more than January 1st – fills us with promise, ambition, renewal. I love the fresh start each spring gives us and always feel that my spirit is uplifted in April and May especially.
Betty Ann Heggie, in her latest blog post Renewal is in Special Moments, discusses how we can all find the renewal that mother nature brings us and help recharge our batteries.
“We are no different than the battery in our laptop or mobile phone. If we don’t take time to recharge we’ll crash and lose our ability to function.” – Betty Ann Heggie
Her post is a fabulous read and gives us some great tips and ways to find renewal whether it’s small breaks throughout the day, or a day away to recharge and reconnect with your spirit.
I’m going to embrace this spring (like I always do!) and let the sunshine help fill my spirit.
I’m also going to make a promise to myself to give myself that time to do so, whether it’s in a daily breather or a weekly walk by myself to recharge.
This month, Betty Ann and I are asking – where do you find renewal? What boosts your spirit and recharges your battery? If you’re having trouble thinking of an answer, this is a great indicator that it’s time you figure that out!
Enter the giveaway below to win a $100 PayPal cash prize and use it to help renew your spirit this spring. What would you spend it on?
I would loveeeeee to be able to afford to get my hair done.
I would spend the $100 to get a massage and renew myself and my spirit.
I would spend the paypal money on a spa day
I would get my hair done.
I would get myself a new outfit 🙂
I would put it towards a spa weekend away. Rest. Relax. And rejuvenate. 🙂
I great spa day!
I would go to the spa
I would treat myself and my Mom because she is going through a tough time right now, so I would love to treat her to some new clothes! she could use it
I would get a pedicure and manicure!! have had anything like that in 3 years. definitely could use a pedicure
I would use it to get my tattoo finished
I would use it to have a girl’s day with my mom and sister – lunch and manis!
I would get myself some spring clothing.
Put towards my new eliptical or my wedding in January.
i would get a babysitter for the day
How about twin massages for my husband and I – we’ve never had one.
A spa date with my friend.
A nice facial to get rid of this dry skin before Spring comes
I would spend it on a massage!!!! I have been extremely wound up and stressed due to work. That would be lovely!
I would use the money to buy myself some new clothes. I am not usually a shopper, in fact I hate shopping but I need something new so that is what I would use the money for.
I would go to the spa.
I would spend it on some new summer clothes
I would go get my hair done
a nice relaxing spa service
a new pair of shoe
I think a new book would renew my spirits. To have a few days to myself to actually read a book would be lovely.
A massage. 🙂 Thanks for the chance to win and spoil myself
I would spend the $100 PayPal cash on some books, to renew my spirit, if I won. I love reading and holding an actual book in my hands is still so much more relaxing than holding an electronic reading device! 🙂
I would get my hair cut and coloured.
I would get my hair done.
I would use it for mani-pedi
I would use it for mani-pedi.
Definitely a stress relieving massage. Between taxes and everything else life has thrown at me lately i need it.
I’d use it to get a pedicure.
Mani /pedi for sure, get the fingera and toes all ready for showing them off in bright colours and the feet ready for sandals
I would get a massage and manicure 🙂 Then I would go out for coffee with my fiance 😀
I would probably use the $$ towards a weekend getaway with out the kids!
I would treat myself to some shopping fun on Etsy 🙂
I would buy some new clothes for spring.
I would have a girls night out at the theatre to relax and unwind!
I would treat myself to a nice set of pj’s ( instead of my husbands old shirts!) and a bottle of wine and a book of poetry!
some new books
I’d spend it on a new pair of hiking shoes. I’m looking forward to hiking once spring arrives.
Get some spa treatments
I would get a haircut and buy some new clothes!
NEW TOWELS AND SHOWER CURTAIN!
Get my hair dyed and highlighted that always lifts my spirit
I would buy spend it on a movie date for Hubby & I
I would put it towards a hotel room so I could get away for one night on my own.
I would get a new outfit.
I would use it to get some bath stuff, love to destress with a great body scrub or bauble bath!
This long winter has left my skin and hair feeling so dry. I think I would use the money use to get my hair deep conditioned and a haircut… haven’t been to a hairdresser in AGES. I’d also treat myself to some nice body lotion.
I would use it for a massage/spa afternoon to take some time to relax and recharge myself. Or else sign up fro a yoga class/series for weekly me time.
I’d treat myself to some higher-end body washes and lotions.
I would buy some new spring clothes
Id buy some nail polish and a new shirt
I would spend the $100 on a me day! I will soon be off mat leave (bittersweet) and my hubby is leaving on not one but two guys trips in the next few months. I would love a day to myself for pampering (mani, pedi and maybe some new shoes!)
I would use it to get a facial.
Money is tight right now, so we would buy groceries.
Bubble bath
We are saving up for a trip to PEI, winning this PayPal would help with this.
I desperately need a summer wardrobe, I have literally 1 pair of shorts that fit! 🙁
So this would be a huge uplift for me!
I would use it for a mani/pedi. That relaxes me and readies me for summer.
Moves and books! They take me away! 🙂
we would use it to pay off some off our credit card
I would spend the money on some “shopping therapy” to renew my spirit!
I’d like to spend it on something for me – maybe a luxe lipstick or a new perfume.
Thanks!
I would buy some new dress shoes
i would go shopping for some beautiful spring flowers and plants!
I would spend it on some beautiful bedding… I don’t currently own a nice bedding set and I would love one for some comfy sleeps!
Right now a pillow sounds good. In reality I would probably get some K cups. 🙂
I would use the money to buy new clothes!
I think I would treat myself to some spa time
I’ll use it to buy something nice for myself…I need a nice summer dress!
I would use the $100 towards more yoga classes
I’d think i’d color my hair …The change would do me good!
Things that help me recharge are a quick swim in a pool or the lake, dancing around the apartment to music , cat naps, a few pages of my favorite book, sitting on the porch with a mug of tea early in the morning or late at night and hot showers. If I won I’d use the money to go for dinner with the boyfriend and then i’d buy a bag of coffee and a new book for some “me” time.
I would treat myself to a nice manicure and pedicure for SPRING
I could use sum for me to enjoy sum tlc and share sum with my girlies as well 🙂 sharing is caring and we could all use sum bath products or a new shirt 🙂 maybe mani pedi! would help and be a nice surprize ty vm 🙂
new shoes
buy some new clothes
I’d get myself 100$ of clothing/accessories 🙂
some new shirts
I desperately need new moisturizer. The winter was hard on my skin (as is a medical issue). I would invest in some new moisturizer, and then I would share with my hubby and kids.
Thank you!
Dawn
On massage and spa
I’d buy a new spring jacket.
I would use it to buy me some nice summer shoes.
I would buy soy candles,bath salts and a new yoga mat
I’m trying to figure out how to get to a friends wedding in June a few provinces away. If I won this I would put it towards the travel costs.
I would treat myself w/ a perm or hair dye. thank you for the giveaway!
I’d buy some new clothes 🙂
My son is getting married this summer so I would buy a dress for the wedding with the paypal cash. There is nothing like a new outfit to help renew your spirit.
I’d spend it towards getting a massage and pedicure. Thanks.
partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com
Some good quality baking goods and supplies…I love to bake!
I would love to buy some new spring clothes and shoes! So tired of my sweaters and want something bright and fun.
I’d buy some more camping gear to take the family camping once it finally warms up.
I would spend it on a facial.
Thanks for this giveaway. I could make this gift card go a long way 🙂 I would buy some gardening books
I would treat myself to a pedicure. My toes need to get ready for spring too!
I’d put it towards a road trip!
Trying to get my health back for over a dozen years. I’d buy some essential oils and a diffuser. I have heard it can promote peace, calm, and better health.
I would buy some inspirational books to relax with
trying to eat better more raw foods and remove sugar from diet,i would buy some essential oils
I would buy some new dresses for summer!
A manicure , pedicure and facial to get me rejuvenated for spring/summer
I would buy some pamper products from Cake! I won their Inchi Oil from FF&F a couple of months back and I’m addicted!!
I would use it to go out for a night by myself. To sleep alone for a night would definitely recharge me!
I’d go clothes shopping. Best therapy…
Some books because reading helps me to relax
I would book a massage and facial appointment.
I live in Victoria and I’ve never been on a whale watching trip. I would love to use the money to go on one. I’d love to escape from school and work for an afternoon and head out on the open water in the sunshine to watch some of the most magnificent creatures on this planet. I find sea mammals so relaxing to watch! Thanks for the chance to win 🙂
I would go and do a Pamper Me day. A mani/pedi and a massage. That would totally recharge me.
I would get a pedicure as I haven’t had one in so long and need one after having a baby!
I would buy myself some spring flowers to cheer up my home.
I’d fill the car with gas and head to the beach for the day!
Gardening supplies and plants. I find gardening relaxing and it renews my spirit.
I am entering your contest.
It would be great to win $100 Paypal cash.
If i won, I would probably buy some books, and a night out at the movies.
Thanks for having this contest.
I would probably by something for myself, maybe some nice make up
I would buy books, mostly.
Im not sure but Im thinking of making a small memorial garden in my back yard area. I hope to include my grandkids also but Im not much of a green thumb.
I might spend it on a new hat to keep the sun off my face. This way I can enjoy more time in the sun protected. Relaxation at it’s best.
Books! They always help me recharge after is get worn down from everyday life . I get lost in someone else’s life or imagination. So I would treat myself to some new books and a new tea mug and some organic peppermint tea. Thanks for the chance!
A New Outfit or a New Perfume! Something to make me feel better after a long ugly winter
A new outfit for my return to the work force!
I’m afraid my spirit will be trapped inside of me until I find a way to release or get rid of all the stress and tension that is knotted up in my back and neck – my whole body really down to my feet. I have tried many paths – including yoga and acupuncture and they truly do make a big difference – but it is slow going. I believe that the right masseuse / massage therapist (or maybe naprapath (sp?) could give me a real jump start, get me out of this deep hole so I can maximize my true potential on this journey.,,
That’s what I would use this $100 for / toward several massage sessions and I would be SO grateful!
Thank you so much for this very generous giveaway.
I would buy the makings to treat my family to a picnic at the park! Something nice, with lots of cheese and fruit and bread! I think that would be a very fun, spring-y thing to do 🙂
Get some food & have friends & family over to celebrate this long winter.
over.. #spring is almost here 🙂
Would love to purchase a new pair of runners. Mine are looking sad
A new outfit
Yoga classes to get back to my pre-pregnancy fitness!
I’d buy tickets to go see some music – it’s time to quit hibernating in the house.
I would put it towards a spa day to get spring ready after covering my skin all of winter
it would go towards a double jogging stroller so that i could walk with my babies!!!
I would use it to purchase some new tea, because tea relaxes and refreshes me and forces me to slow down. It’s also an adventure: I like to imagine where my tea was grown, imagine the farmer who collected the leaves, sorted through them and processed them. It certainly makes you very grateful as well.
I would spend it on a new pair of nice shoes,, I do a lot of walking so this would be awesome!
I would probably buy some new spring/summer clothes. If there was winter to claim to have SAD – this would be it. I could use a pick me up!
I would use ti to buy some new shoes. That will put a spring into my step!
spending the $100 on just for me would be different My first thought is to go get my yearly pedicure. That would be great!
I would love to pick up a few things for my daughter she is expecting her first little one soon!
a really great meal
It makes me feel really great to give things to others so I’d probably use it to buy birthday gifts and father’s day gifts 🙂
I would love to get some new books with this.
I would use it to purchase a new uplifting perfume. I find scents can really help in renewing ones spirit!
I would buy myself a few new pieces of spring clothing then buy my nephew the Spiderman toy he’s been asking me for all Winter! Lol
I would use it to get a facial and manicure.
i would use it to buy daughter a bday present