I so often say that “It’s the little things in life… that make life worth living.”
The complications after back surgery several years ago have caused rippling affects as I've faced one challenge after another and experienced tremendous loss.
I'm over 50 and I find myself starting over. Really starting over. It's alright though. I am reminded every day of how truly blessed I am to have the things in life that truly matter. The things that nobody can take away... and life's hardships can't destroy… The little things in life... that make life worth living!
Things That Make Me Happy
being a mom to my 3 wonderful kids
my brother's smile
getting comments and email at Gammy's House
swimming with dolphins
Marshmallow Crème lotion
feeding the birds
candlelight
people watching
bunny slippers
sharing laughter
painting
volunteering
walks in the woods
learning my family history
hearing "Hi Mom! or Hi Gammy" when I pick up the phone
decorating my home
working in my garden
coffee in my favorite morning coffee spot
picnics in the backyard
soft pale pink
a crackling fire on a cold winter's day
inner-tube floating on a lazy river
an outing at The Brazos Drive-In movie theater
bunny slippers
sharing laughter
a day strolling the Arboretum
Saturday morning estate sales
combing the beach for sea shells or tumbled glass
watching hummingbirds feed at my window
playing family board games
road trips in my convertible
a good suspense movie
strolling an antique store
a good glass of wine
the aroma of freshly baked bread
being entertained by the imitation of "The Lady's Man" -Chad
spring blooms
the sweet flavor of Alaskan snow crab legs
waking up to bird songs
smells that remind me of my childhood
treating myself to a pedicure
any meal at Cracker Barrel ...of all places!
sunbeams streaming through my window
spending holidays with my family and friends
laughing with my Mom
a slow waltz
bubble baths
ladybugs
fun kitchen gadgets
spotting butterflies in my garden
working jigsaw puzzles
a good bargain
watching squirrels play
doing what I can to help others
neighbor's greetings from across the yard
memories of my children when they were young
pink and blue skies
warm fuzzy socks
finding family newsletters in my e-mail (Lynnette)
sailing across the lake at dusk
listening to and watching my son perform
playing Sudoku or Mahjong
spending a weekend in a B&B
surprises
spending time with old friends
designing web sites
the comfort of these words: "dona-kay missa chickabee" (Danna)
planning a party for my friends
surfing the web
chocolate dipped strawberries
hugging
American Idol TV night
naps in the park
brilliant autumn's nature colors
trying new things
organizing anything
watching a live theatre performance
people watching
painting
volunteering
working on a fun craft project
the Oscars
the first sprout in my spring vegetable garden
memories of sitting on my grandmother's porch during a thunderstorm
the sweet face of a Yorkie
driving in the West Virginia hills
taking pictures
taking my sketch pad to the park on a bright sunny day
warm chocolate chip cookies
the feel of high thread count cotton sheets
memories of catching fireflies with my brother
savoring the flavor of a triple extra cheese pizza
reading poetry
spending the day with family and friends
a hot cup of homemade cocoa
summer breezes
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