5 things that bring me joy this week

Check the entire “5 things that bring me joy this week” weekly series here, a collection of seemingly insignificant things that serve as a reminder to appreciate the little things — those small joys that make a difference in our day-to-day.

Well, here we are — the last week of 2022, and the last post in this series this year. I’m glad I have started it as it’s been fun finding my weekly highlights, which most often than not, turned out to be the smallest of things. I’m looking forward to continuing this in 2023. Until then, here’s what's bringing me joy this week:

the warm temperatures coming our way! After a brutally cold week in the Tampa Bay area, we are finally going back to warmer days and I couldn’t be happier. It was just too much to bear, considering that we chose to live here because everywhere else is too cold, haha. Thankfully, it didn’t do a lot of damage, but some plants, sadly, were affected… Thank God I brought my getting-ready-to-bloom orchids inside!
the several pieces of pearl jewelry I purchased this month, including this choker. I have loved pearls for as long as I can remember, so I cannot wait to receive them! Talk about joy!
persimmon season! I love these seasonal fruits and look forward to seeing them in stores every year. The secret to enjoying them is ensuring that they are ripe, as in, really soft, and I have a few ripening on our counter right now. Needless to say that the thought of enjoying them soon brings me joy.
the seafood-focused menu and charcuterie board I have planned for NYE. Seafood brings joy, haha.
2022 coming to an end. It was a difficult year and I’d be lying if I said I’m sad to see it go. While we certainly don’t know what 2023 will bring, it’s nice to have hope.