April Guide to Fun Indoors and Outdoors

LaToi Storr April 1, 2023 no Comments

Happy April. A new month is upon us. There are plenty of things you can do in April now that Spring is in full swing. For one, look to get outdoors a lot more. If you want to glamp this would be the perfect time to plan. Maybe you are looking to do some long distance travel? Either way April has a lot that we can get moving on.

April Fun in the Rain

They say that April showers bring May flowers. So with that being said, how do you plan to making the best of the rain? For those who kids know that when it rains and kids are unable to go outside the first thing that happens is the complaining of being bored. However being prepared for the rain or wet season is important. Here are some rain ideas to consider. Keep in mind that having books, paint, games, and more in stock is going to make those rainy days a little easier to handle. Here are some Philadelphia and beyond activities to do on a rainy day:

Visit a museum
Shop-get your Spring wardrobe together
Make an indoor fort
Read a book
Paint
Puzzles
Movie Marathon
Bake
Declutter your Spaces
Listen to a podcast, Conversations with Toi

April Wellness Initiatives

If you haven’t done so start with a doctor’s appointment. You should be having blood drawn to see where your levels are. I know that often times we tell ourselves that not knowing works but it doesn’t. Take charge of your health. I remember a few years ago in April I made it in my mind to take care of my body and health. It was time for a change and I embraced it. When was the last time you were at the dentist? I ended the last day in March at my dentist office. Healthy teeth are important. If you are a woman and have female parts you need to make a trip to the Obgyn. This is the time to get your sexual health under control.

If you are ready to come off of birth control-speak to your doctor about it. Whatever it is take the time to make yourself a priority.

Add a Little Color

Not just in your wardrobe but your home and even in you makeup. For instance April I tend to find a good pink. There is something about that pink color on the lips. Do not worry I am never leaving my red lip. In nails I like to experiment with hues of orange, yellow, pink, and even a bright green. These are colors that uplift your spirit. In my home I started adding in shades of yellow to go with some of the blue decor that we have. If you are unsure if a look is for you, give it a try. Don’t take yourself so serious that you aren’t willing to experiment and find what looks best on you.

April Journal Prompts

My journal prompts are going to be rooted in stress management. This is important as we continue to focus on better ways to handle stress in April. What do you do that calms your stressful mind? For me being active works as well as having some down time and quiet. Do what works for you. You can switch up what you need depending on the situation. Often times when I get quiet that is when I have to try to manage goals and more. So for April start with these prompts and add a few more:

What are ways that I allow my stress to help me?
Write down three things in today’s mind dump
How do you allow yourself time to rest?
When was the last time you eliminated things that doesn’t serve you?

Plan for the Summer Vibes

This is a great time to plan your Summer trips and excursions. People think that Summer trips mean taking expensive trips but it’s not. If you are keeping it close to home to save money you can still have an amazing Summer. Here are a few ideas:

Plan a family or solo beach trip
Like amusements park-look into discounts now
Plan a few barbeques with some friends
Look into your local events pages on Facebook-there are often times events that are posted to attend
Attend a festival from food, wine, and even just Spring festivals to celebrate

Either way April is here and we are in second quarter. Time to shift that mindset into what can we do to end the first half of the year. Have some fun this month. I have so many family oriented shows and activities.