Although I’m not one that wants to be recognized as typical, clichéd or predictable, I have to admit my inner “white girl” shines through on occasion. Most girls I know love to shop. Actually, let me rephrase myself: Most girls I know love to buy (including myself). There’s no better feeling than finally purchasing that pair ofshoes you’ve had your eyes on forever. It’s odd that girls can find so much joy in such simple purchases. If I’m really in a buying mood, I end up buying things I'll never wear, which results in a waste of my money. At the end of the day, it’s all about the little things that bring that little bit of joy into our lives.
Some of these things may include...
1. The latest seasonal drink at Starbucks
Well, it is pumpkin spice latte season. Although I’m not a fan of the famous “pumpkin spice latte,” I do personally find joy in the seasonal drinks at Starbucks. For me, seeing the seasonal drinks when fall rolls around distracts me from the depression that’s to come with colder weather.
2. New shampoo/conditioner
Buying new shampoo and conditioner creates so much excitement to take a shower, especially when it smells like sunshine frolicking through a field of daisies.
3. A new pair of shoes
Whether it’s booties, heels, Vans or new Nikes, there’s no better feeling than thinking of what outfit you're going to show off your new kicks in. The only downfall to new shoes is having to break them in. My favorite new shoe purchase has to be Nikes, because they give me slightly more motivation to kill it at the gym.
4. New yoga pants
For some reason my yoga pants that I don’t even do yoga in wear out so quickly. This is probably because I over-wear them due to the fact that I bum it everyday, but hey, what else were they made for?
5. Fuzzy Socks
I love to be comfy. As a matter of fact, the first thing I do when I get home from class, work, etc. is put my pajamas on. The only thing better than changing out of work clothes into comfy clothes is adding fuzzy socks to the mess. All hail the inventor of fuzzy socks.
6. New makeup
I dread having to put makeup on every day to look half alive wherever I’m going. However, buying fresh new mascara makes it a little more bearable to put makeup on that next morning.
7. Candles
As stated previously in my joyful shampoo/conditioner purchase, I love to change up the smell of things. Whether it’s a new shampoo scent on my hair or a new candle to spice up my room, it’s fun to freshen up the aroma in your life.
After naming a few of the little purchases girls find joy in, I’ve realized how basic I sound. No judgement though, because I know many of you can relate. Oh, and to the men reading this: no shame if you can relate as well. Clichéd or otherwise, it’s all about the little things in life that bring us joy.
