Happy second day of spring!! I’m elated that winter is over, bye seasonal depression, bye dark gloomy skies, bye lethargy and lack of motivation!! Hello to cute bunnies in the yard, pretty flowers, taking my dog to the dog park, sunshine that feels like a long overdue hug, trips to NY, early mornings doing yoga and drinking orange juice, and spending more time with people I love that love me too!!! Hello to more joy and more happiness this spring!!! Yeaaah, let’s go baby!! I’m back with another list of things I’m loving that hopefully you might end up loving too! <3
Brooklyn Nine Nine
I’m late to this party, but Brooklyn Nine Nine is funny as hell for no reason!! It’s one of the few sitcoms that has had the power to make me “lmao” in real life. There’s a difference between lol’ing and lmao’ing in real life btw. I like how dynamic and unique all of the characters and their personalities are. I’d want to be friends with all of them if I had the chance. 5/5 stars for the laughs. Definitely would recommend to a friend.
“Love, Pamela” by Pamela Anderson
I enjoyed Pamela Anderson’s memoir a lot. I love the way she’s opted out of participating in a culture that tells women to fear aging and put everyone else’s opinion first. The way she embraces herself and the entirety of what makes her who she is, is inspiring. What really struck me was how unashamed Pamela Anderson is. There’s so much power that comes from disavowing shame, especially as a woman. Pamela Anderson’s courage, empathy, genuine care for her children, animals, and the world as a whole is admirable. I respect the legacy she wishes to leave behind and the stories she wishes to tell. Pamela Anderson has defied the odds and people’s expectations of her throughout her entire life, talk about an icon. It was a breath of fresh air getting to experience the intelligence, imagination, depth, and humility behind her exterior. I also enjoyed her “In The Bag” video with British Vogue. She’s aging beautifully btw, I mean look at that gorgeous hair!
Linnea Bailey’s Self Love Regression and Affirmations Guided Meditations
I listen to these meditations as I’m falling to sleep most nights. I fall asleep so fast to these meditations and I like the whole idea of going back in time with angels by my side and healing some old wounds in my life. Linnea Bailey has a very soothing voice as well.
Stripper vlogs
I’ve really been inspired by women that do sex work lately. Not because they do sex work, but because I know it takes so much courage, confidence, perseverance, a strong sense of self, and a lack of shame to be able to do it, especially with all of the risks. I don’t think any woman should ever have to resort to sex work to make a living and my belief in sex work being empowering for women is ehh, but I have much respect for women that choose to do it regardless. I find it interesting learning about the reality of such work instead of what it’s glamorized as on social media as well. Here’s a video I found really beautiful of Micayla aka PRETTYBOYXO. She’s so pretty, sexy, strong, and cool!! Her fit is gorgeous and let’s not forget the arm and core strength needed to do those pole tricks though!!!! Women are amazing, period!!!
Wanting what and who I have
Now this is a superpower I’ve come into only recently. For a long time, I hadn’t realized I was robbing myself the present of being present by being stuck on past people and situations. Past hurts, unproductive emotions, and situations in which I had no control. I’ve been letting go of a lot recently and in doing so, I’ve opened myself up and have become more available for the beauty, love, magic, and joy already in my life. I’ve been especially grateful for the people I can truly call my friends; the people that have my back, love me for me, and have my best interests at heart.
Going to the gym early in the morning
I finally made the decision to start going to the gym before work in the mornings after dreading it for months. Waking up early wasn’t that bad once I started which made me realize that most times, you have to stop thinking about doing things and just do them. An early morning gym sesh is pure bliss and really sets the tone for my day. No large crowds or the smell of mustiness or the anxiety of being watched by creepy men or seeing people I dislike. I’m at peace now and I love that for me.
My “songs that make me feel sexy” playlist
This is the playlist I’d smoke a joint, forget about my problems, and dance sensually in my bedroom to. Kelela and Twigs’ old music transports me back to my 14-18 year old self. My teenage self was so cool. It was truly a time in life when my high school bestie and I would gush about Kelela and Twigs and dream about seeing Twigs live. I did end up seeing Twigs live in 2019 at Afropunk in Brooklyn and I cried!! It was amazing!!
Hot girl walks
Making time to go for walks (alone and without my phone) after work now that it doesn’t get dark at 5pm has been the best. Such a great way for me to end my days and I always feel so soothed by Mother Nature. Chefs kiss.
“The Astrology Podcast” by Chris Brennan
I love learning about astrology and how the planets affect us in our everyday lives. My area of focus right now is on the planet Neptune which is my chart ruler and also why I named this blog “Neptune’s Return.” On March 25th, we’re having a Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse in Libra btw so buckle up for those new beginnings and overdue endings in your life.
Planets in Astrology: Meanings Explained by Chris Brennan
Guide to the Lunar Eclipse in Libra by Chani Nicholas
Happy Aries season from a fellow Aries moon btw!
“Texts Go Green” by Drake
Listen, this is my song. People knocked this album when it dropped, including me tbh, but I heard “A Keeper” in a NY bar some time last month and I’ve been going crazy to this album ever since. Please don’t let me hear this song off a margarita this summer cause it’ll be over. When Drake said, “If I was in your shoes, I would hate myself. Left all this behind to be with someone else..” YEAH. Exactly. Run that back, quickly, like Funk Flex did on Hot 97 when Otis by Jay Z and Kanye dropped in 2011 cause I felt that, deeply! “I can't even remember when we lost each other. Was it last year, this year, or some other?” #ItBeLikeThat.
That’s it for now folks, hope you enjoyed reading this as much as I enjoyed writing it!
Until next time, Xo <3