April showers might bring May flowers, but all of that time spent indoors can start to drag on. Here are 10 great ways to make the best of a rainy day.
1. Try a new workout.
If you have Netflicks or Hulu, both offer plenty of streaming options. Exercising releases endorphins, which will help pull you out of that rainy day funk, and trying something new will help keep you from getting bored with it.
2. Organize one drawer.
Be it your junk drawer, office or dresser, organizing a single drawer is a small undertaking that will leave you with a sense of accomplishment.
3. Write a letter.
When you can tweet, Facebook, pin or email a message, writing a letter seems old fashioned. But not only is it a more personal, thoughtful way to express yourself, a letter is something a loved one is much more likely to hold on to.
4. Call a family member.
Call your mom. Or your dad, grandma, sister...
5. Finish one project.
If you're anything like me, you have more than a few half finished projects laying around. Choosing one and finishing it will help clear the clutter and give you a feeling of accomplishment. And just think... it's already halfway done.
6. Start a new book.
Or an old one. Nothing goes better with a rainy day than a good book, a warm drink and a cozy corner to read it in.
7. Try a new recipe.
If you're stuck for ideas check Pinterest, Epicurious, or the Kitchn. Cooking at home instantly makes everything seem warmer, and you might discover a new favorite dish.
8. Make something by hand.
Whatever your skill level, there is a project for you. Look under our DIY channel for inspiration or check out one of my favorites, P.S. I Made a This. Create something personal for your home or a handmade gift for someone else.
9. Make a playlist.
Whether it's a "mix tape" for the boy (or girl), a new mix for the gym, or just something to make the commute go by faster, spending your rainy afternoon discovering new music will make it fly by.
10. Make an inspiration board.
You can use a bulletin board, a notebook or just tape things up to the wall. Pulling from things that inspire you and then revisiting them frequently is on of the best ways to discover and develop your personal style.
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Take a nap.
Making the Best of April Showers posted on the last day of April, LOL.
lol @Sam I Am, true but in the midwest, it looks like they're starting late. The next four days all have thunderstorms in the forecast.
As a freelancer, I'll add to the list... Work. Not so much fun, but might as well. ;)
I'd suggest braving the elements to explore a museum, gallery or arts centre but personally, I've been too busy doing 5, 6 and 8!!!
I'd rather be outside in the rain (not in a storm) going somewhere fun where there's people and fun things to do.
Last summer there was a span of what felt like weeks of rain in Chicago. One day my husband and I had enough - we dressed in our quick-dry shorts, keens hiking sandals, and rain jackets and went out for a long walk in the (warm) rain with the dog. We had a great time! Sometimes it really is best to just go play in the rain :)
I would NOT suggest trying to enjoy the beauty of thunder and lightning while holding your cat, however.
Drag on? If only they would drag on. We haven't had a drop of rain since the first day of March and it's turning me into a raving lunatic. I love rain and I horribly miss last year's spring when it rained every other day.
We very rarely get lightning here (in Seattle/Tacoma area) just the wet stuff.
I do miss a good lightning show.
Ok. Now I am homesick for the Midwest. We haven't had much rain this spring in Arizona!
I miss the Midwest, too. I used to love sitting on the covered porch, watching, hearing and smelling a thunderstorm roll in, then going outside to play in the puddles as the sun came back out. Here in Seattle, it just rains and rains, without all the drama.