I’m a big believer in the idea that small adventures make life more interesting. So, I decided to challenge myself to try something new every day for a week. These would be little things that would shake up my routine and maybe introduce me to a new favorite. So, without further ado, here’s how it went:
Day 1: Sushi Exploration
I’ve had sushi before, but I wouldn’t call myself a sushi connoisseur. My local deli recently started making a variety of sushi rolls, so I figured, why not? I quickly learned that I do not like sour-tasting sauces (I wasn’t expecting it to be so….tangy?), but I loved the spicy shrimp roll. A new go-to? Possibly. The experience overall was a 3/5.
Day 2: A New Coffee Spot
I’m always down for a new coffee experience, so I visited a café called White Bison. Cozy vibes? Check. Good coffee? Absolutely. I ordered a toffee latte, which was perfectly sweet and nutty. The coffee shop also had a nice, homey atmosphere and even had an upper floor. I can imagine it would be a great study spot.
Day 3: Discovering a New Music Artist
Music discovery is one of my favorite low-effort, high-reward experiences. This time, I stumbled upon Sara Groves, a Christian songwriter and composer. Her lyricism is chef’s kiss, and my favorite song so far is Lay It Down. Highly recommend if you like thoughtful, faith-filled lyrics.
Day 4: Trying Matcha
I finally gave matcha a shot. It’s one of those things that everyone seems to love, so I had to see what the hype was about. Verdict? It’s good…but only if I drown it in vanilla cold foam and sweetener. Otherwise, it tastes a little too earthy for me. Something akin to mowing the lawn with your mouth open. I’d love to learn to make it my sweet way at home and maybe swap it up a bit so I’m not always consuming an ungodly amount of coffee.
Day 5: Testing a New Recipe
I decided to bake cheddar and ham muffins, and let me tell you, friend, they were way better than expected. Soft, cheesy, savory, and surprisingly filling. These might just be my new favorite breakfast meal prep. This was probably my 5/5 experience for the week.
Overall, this little experiment was a fun reminder that trying new things doesn’t have to be dramatic or life-changing. Even the smallest discoveries such as a new coffee order or a song that resonates—adds richness to everyday life. Who knows? Maybe I’ll keep this streak going! It’s been a fun little challenge to brighten up my now regular 9-5 work schedule. It’s easy to let time get away from you when you work a regular job I’m realizing. This little challenge felt like it helped me be more present and make better use of my time (be more experimental in small ways).
So! Now I’m going to turn the question to you, dear audience! What’s something new you’ve tried lately?
By the Brooke 
Mowing the lawn with your mouth open 😭 You have described my opinion of matcha in a nutshell, except mine veers a bit more towards “oh, ew, no”. Cheddar and ham muffins sound positively divine, though, no lawn required. I might have to try me some of those.
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I wish I could say I could describe it as a more pleasant experience but I alas, my willpower alone lost the battle against my taste buds.
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I’ve had earthy sorta tasting stuff before (…usually it was a herbal remedy lol.) So…perhaps matcha won’t be a fit for me XD.
I did try water kefir recently. I normally don’t like the dairy-based kind (no matter as I have a dairy intolerance now *phew*.) But the water based one we found was good. It was dragon fruit flavored, so it was more like fizzy juice.
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I’ve never tried water kefir before. Sounds interesting! I do love dragon fruit… ❤️
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I volunteered at a Zoo Festival which had brought schools with underprivileged kids for various sessions and movies. Their enthusiasm was both contagious and scary at the same time. It was a good experience.
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