Happy Monday!

Boy, do I have some very random miscellaneous tidbits to share today! First off, I’ve got to say how much I love the iPad app Procreate. It’s probably the best bang for my buck related to apps. Lately, my favorite thing to do to relax is color. Since I’m a tightwad, I don’t buy fancy adult coloring books or fancy markers. I find a coloring page on Pinterest that I like, take a screenshot, import it into Procreate and color with my iPad’s pencil! I usually duplicate the original so I can color it again with different colors (like I did with the woman with the flower-hair below). At the end of a long hard day, you can often find me listening to an audiobook and coloring at the same time. Yes, multitasking can (sometimes) be a thing.

Per Google’s Bard, here are 10 benefits of adult coloring:

1. Reduces stress and anxiety. Coloring is a great way to relax and de-stress. It can help to calm the mind and body, and reduce feelings of anxiety.
2. Improves focus and concentration. Coloring requires us to focus on the present moment and to pay attention to detail. This can help to improve our focus and concentration skills.
3. Boosts creativity. Coloring can help us to express our creativity and to tap into our imagination. It can also help us to come up with new ideas and solutions to problems.
4. Improves fine motor skills. Coloring requires us to use our fine motor skills, such as hand-eye coordination and dexterity. This can help to improve these skills, which can be beneficial for people of all ages.
5. Relieve boredom. Coloring can be a fun and stimulating activity that can help to relieve boredom. It can also be a great way to pass the time when we are waiting for something, such as a doctor’s appointment or a bus.
6. Promotes mindfulness. Coloring can be a mindful activity that can help us to focus on the present moment and to let go of worries and stressors. This can be beneficial for our mental health and well-being.
7. Can be a social activity. Coloring can be a fun and relaxing activity that can be enjoyed with friends or family. This can help to strengthen our relationships and to create new connections.
8. Can be a therapeutic activity. Coloring can be used as a form of therapy for people with a variety of mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD. It can also be used to help people with physical conditions, such as arthritis and tremors.
9. Can be a creative outlet. Coloring can be a great way to express our creativity and to tap into our imagination. It can also be a way to relieve stress and anxiety.
10. Is a fun and relaxing activity. Coloring is simply a fun and relaxing activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to de-stress and to spend some time for ourselves.

Miscellaneous item #2:

I recently saw this post claiming this woman was the “first proven person in recorded history to have lived in 3 different centuries”. My question: How does someone “prove” that? What organization keeps track of such information? I know of one of my great-great…(maybe a few more greats)…aunts that lived in three different centuries too. I wonder if she’s on the list of whichever organization keeps track of such things!

Here’s my 3rd Great-Aunt. She lived from 1796-1902! Plus she had a few sisters that also lived to be over 100, including my 3rd great-grandmother. I hope I inherited her longevity gene!

AND!…here’s the newspaper article telling how she learned to ride a bike at age 100!

Miscellany #3

I did the 5 Tibetan Rites yoga exercises this week. When we get back from our Europe trip, I’m going to incorporate them into a 30-day challenge. (If I tell the blogging universe, I’m committed to really do it, right?!?)

I’ve noticed some variations of what the 5 rites are supposed to be. I did the poses per this illustration, but another list had jumping jacks instead of the upward dog stretch. Either way, I’m sure it will be good for my body after a long day at work staring at a computer screen!

Here are some of the benefits of doing the Five Tibetan Rites:

• Improved circulation: The Five Tibetan Rites can help to improve circulation by stimulating the lymphatic system and the major blood vessels. This can help to reduce inflammation, improve blood flow, and deliver oxygen and nutrients to the cells.
• Increased energy: The Five Tibetan Rites can help to increase energy levels by stimulating the endocrine system and the production of hormones such as testosterone and growth hormone. This can help to improve mood, reduce fatigue, and boost athletic performance.
• Reduced stress: The Five Tibetan Rites can help to reduce stress by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system and promoting relaxation. This can help to improve sleep, reduce anxiety, and improve cognitive function.
• Better sleep: The Five Tibetan Rites can help to improve sleep by promoting relaxation and reducing stress. They can also help to improve the quality of sleep by increasing circulation and reducing inflammation.
• Improved flexibility: The Five Tibetan Rites can help to improve flexibility by stretching the muscles and joints. This can help to reduce pain and improve range of motion.
• Weight loss: The Five Tibetan Rites can help with weight loss by increasing metabolism and burning calories. They can also help to reduce appetite and cravings.

So, that’s about it for the miscellaneous stuff I’m into this week. I hope you have a great day and do or learn something NEW!