Category Archives: Happiness

monday’s list.

1. After flitting around the country-North Carolina, California, Mississippi-I finally remembered that I had a job. And that if I valued it, I might want to show it a bit more. And then I remembered that I had a life. … Continue reading

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a rich day

Yesterday, I drove to the capital  of Virginia to take some friends to the airport. Actually it was more like, ‘Sure, I can take you to the airport,’ (that way I just get a bonus trip to Richmond to toodle … Continue reading

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simply marvelous

Today, I have the joy of spring in my heart. First of all, I woke to a text announcing the arrival of a little gem. And that’s always a great way to wake up. And then I stepped outside. And … Continue reading

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this should be a running commercial.

Seriously. If Run While You Can has’t contacted me within the week, I’ll be shocked. I occasionally like to pretend I’m a runner. Especially at the beach and especially with my dogs. They’re so joyful and cheerful and exuberant that … Continue reading

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brighten the corner where you are.

Why did it take me until the month of October to remember I adore bringing flowers inside? If this sight doesn’t just make you weep with happiness, I’m not sure what will. Nice job on the sign Brooke (and Uncle … Continue reading

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friends.

My soul is kind of wordless right now. For no particular reason. But when I look at these pictures, my soul smiles. As I watched these two walk across this big field, I was thankful I had my newly acquired … Continue reading

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many things of great interest.

That’s a line from Cheaper by the Dozen. You should listen to the book. It’s great. So. First of all. I’m amazing. That sounds rather boastful. So maybe I’ll change it to I feel amazing. Here’s why. That thing I’m … Continue reading

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in my hot little hands

Three guesses as to the little treasure I’m holding. But if you don’t get it on the first try, I think I might say you’re not using your cranium to its full potential. Except that might be too harsh. So … Continue reading

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Celebrations

Hi. I feel as though I stepped into a whirlwind last Thursday and have just been plopped down into my house to pick up the pieces. The laundry’s spinning away, kitchen looks decent enough, my dresser drawers are beautifully arranged … Continue reading

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happy girl.

Hi friends. Can’t remember if I told you that my dad was coming to town to hang out with me for a few days. He came. He’s leaving tomorrow. We have had so much fun. I love just being one … Continue reading

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