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I started writing down my favorites a couple years ago. I knew I wanted to do something with the list, but wasn’t sure what. 

But, one thing became clear:

I know what I like.

And when I like something, I keep coming back to it. That’s how I know it’s my favorite. Whether it’s a favorite song, movie, dessert, restaurant, neighborhood, lipstick, book, or podcast, there’s something about it that feeds me and brings me joy. 

So, what is joy?

I think of joy as that feeling I get from experiencing something that brings me pleasure.  Joy makes my eyes light up and my spirit smile. Favorites can be a simple gateway to joy that brings us pleasure, brings us peace, makes us think, inspires us to create, and so much more.

And I don’t know about you, but enjoying my favorites somehow slows down my whole world and allows me to take in and savor the moment.

It also opens me up to a part of myself that has nothing to do with what I do for a living, what I produce, or what I can accomplish. By enjoying my favorites, I am free to sit back and see what my spirit does when it’s not pressed on all sides, forced to do and not be. 

So…if you’re curious about

what makes my eyes light up and my spirit smile, or

you’re looking for new sources of inspiration, or

just want a little something fun to try,

check out my new blog

Janet’s Lifestyle Favorites

where I share some of my favorite restaurants, books, films, songs, podcasts, beauty products, desserts, rituals, and more!

And hey…if my favorites don’t do anything for you, that’s alright.  My favorites don’t have to be yours.  But at the very least, allow my blog to invite you take time to enjoy your personal favorites as often as you can so you can savor the beauty and goodness life has to offer.

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