These are the top 5 things I think one should do before turning out the light and catching some zzz’s. Well, this is what I do anyway. 😉
1. Wash your face. That is unless you want to wake up to an oily version of yourself printed on your pillow!
2. Moisturize. Slather on that eye cream, face cream, body lotion, foot lotion before going to bed. At least you know that while you’re far away in dreamland, your body’s working to keep your skin as smooth as a baby’s. Isn’t it annoying to wake up to crocodile skin?
3. Drink water. Whether you have a hangover or not, this is good for your health. Don’t you feel so thirsty upon waking up? I read somewhere that our bodies lose water even while we’re sleeping. It’s best to stay hydrated even if we’re catching those zzz’s.
4. Think of at least 3 things you’re thankful for that day. Deadlines haunt me all the way under the sheets, but I try to repel this negativity by thinking of the highlights of my day. Feeling the positivity of those things I’m really grateful for puts me in a better mood and sets me up for some sweet dreams. I usually think of the three words at this point and say a thanksgiving prayer.
5. Kiss your loved ones good night. Give them a hug, a kiss, a noogie… oh well, however way you express your affection, make it known to them. No matter how tired you are, make them feel the love.
There are other things I also do like brush my hair, wipe the kitchen counters, plump the living room pillows; but if I forget to do any of those, it’s fine. Not doing any of those Top 5 items makes me a candidate for a Ms. Cranky award.
I wrote this post as part of Darren Rowse’s group writing project. What fun! And good thing I wrote this because I’m suddenly reminded that I’m running out of facial moisturizer. Aha! An excuse to go shopping. 😉
Hi! I'm Toni Tiu,
and I've been blogging at
at Wifely Steps since 2003. This started as a blog to help newly weds adjust to married life. It has evolved into a home and parenting blog. I write about things close to my heart -- good eats, good reads, family, marriage, and the little things that make everyday happy.
kenju
May 10, 2007 at 8:07 pm (17 years ago)That’s a very good list!
I do most of those every night, except I don’t moisturize as I ought! Michele sent me.
rach
May 10, 2007 at 10:15 pm (17 years ago)This is a good list. I do most of them except for no. 2. I just use astringent and that’s it. I have so many lotions (most are given to me as gifts) but I rarely use them. Medyo tamad lang ako I guess.
Sidney
May 11, 2007 at 8:20 am (17 years ago)I just spend a few minutes killing the mosquitoes in my room and then I sleep! No facial creams for me! 😉
Nathaniel R
May 11, 2007 at 9:03 am (17 years ago)i SO need to take this advice. thanks for the reminders
panthergirl
May 11, 2007 at 9:39 am (17 years ago)Oh, I like that list. I always kiss my son good night before we go to sleep. It feels weird if I don’t get to.
Here via michele!!
OldOldLady Of The Hills
May 11, 2007 at 10:36 am (17 years ago)Michele swent me tonight and it is very nice tp meet & greet you!
Those are some very good Bedtiime-Pre-Sleep, Suggestions. I am a BIG Believer in drinking lots and lots of water….in fact, I would have to say, it is my very favorite drink.
Darlene
May 11, 2007 at 11:05 am (17 years ago)I like. I believe I may be back to see what else you talk about her. Love the kitty and the title of your blog.
diogenes
May 11, 2007 at 12:10 pm (17 years ago)Pretty neat life
delish
May 11, 2007 at 1:18 pm (17 years ago)gee… what i do generally is, brush my teeth, drink water, pee… and then play tickles-and kisses with the hubs
but since he’s the one am most thankful for… kulang na lang ako ng two other things 😀
Daphne
May 11, 2007 at 4:16 pm (17 years ago)Great list, Toni.
For number 4 I pray the rosary but it seems I never finish it because I fall asleep na kaagad.
G.
May 11, 2007 at 11:04 pm (17 years ago)don’t forget the eye cream!!!
Tuan Rumah
May 11, 2007 at 11:24 pm (17 years ago)nice blog.. love the arts! very creative.. here is my Top 5 post
Donald
May 11, 2007 at 11:29 pm (17 years ago)I like your list, especially #4. Sometimes we are too busy doing many things until we forget to be thankful. But being thankful is very important to have a positive day. Great tip!
Jerome aka Bridget Jones
May 12, 2007 at 5:57 pm (17 years ago)aha! kunyari ka pang 5 things, 5 things ha! shopping lang pala talaga. hahahahaha! i have a hard time sleeping. i usually play virtua tennis to help me get to sleep. but i get so engrossed so i keep myself awake. haaaay.
hugs, toni!
lisa
May 12, 2007 at 10:41 pm (17 years ago)hello Toni my 10 month old is named Toni Grace what is your middle name?We named her after my mother, she was Itilian, are you?also that was so cute i do all but mosterize, i need to do that to big ugly feet.They changed after Toni.I know I went to far.Lisa
Paul N.
May 12, 2007 at 11:08 pm (17 years ago)Thank you for stopping by my blog a couple of days ago. I just got around to taking a look at comments. I like that ProBlogger site. I might get interested. Thanks again. Hurry back.