Days 3 and 4 - Family and a Bathroom

I was at the doctor's office yesterday (follow up for a wrist problem that is cured - no biggie) and very irritated because I had been there for approximately an hour and twenty minutes.  As I waited in line to check out I noticed the waiting room was almost empty except for a mother, father and their little girl who was probably about 3.  She sat on her mom's lap.  And in her cute little girl voice that just makes you smile to hear it she asked of her mom, "Why do you like me?"  Mom's answer was "Because you're my little girl and I love you".  I smiled.  The sweetness between mother and daughter made my day.  Even though it wasn't my own personal encounter, it made me happy.  Its good to see families that love each other, all too often we hear about the opposite.  I found myself hoping that someday my sweet little girl will ask the same question.  Its a question I can't wait to answer.  I don't know how I will ever narrow down all the reasons I like her. 

Today's happiness comes from having a clean bathroom.  Laugh if you want, but its true...haha.    My mother spent the afternoon entertaining my little Sophie so I could ready for a get together I am hosting tomorrow evening.  I prepped food and cleaned.  But, I am mostly happy because I have a clean bathroom.  I really try and clean it once a week, but all too often I find that it goes a bit longer.  Ugh!  I makes me laugh that it is such a terrible chore that I put it off so often.  Especially when it feels so good to have it done.  Happiness is a clean bathroom.  Ha, think that quote will ever catch on?  I doubt it but I think its something everyone feels, even if they don't tell you.  : )

Day 2 - Working towards running

Yesterday morning was more about satisfacation than just a happy moment.  And it was the satisfaction that made me smile and feel wonderful!  About a month ago I decided I wanted to run a 5K before the end of the summer.  I AM NOT a runner!  Never have been, never thought I could be.  That was until I began taking a "boot camp" class in February.  The instructor made me run.  And to my surprise I did it!  I ran!  A lot!  Then, the boot camp no longer fit into my schedule and my frustration with my jean size was mounting.  I decided I was actually going to try and run.  I began the first week of May and was imediately sidelined with a terrible cold that turned into an ear infection and brocitics.  No running for me.  Then vacation.  Really?  I'm not running on vacation : )

So, now that I am healthy and back to my normal routine, I've started working on running again.  I started with walking for 30 minutes and running in 2 minute intervals.  Yesterday, I moved up to 3 minute intervals.  PROGRESS!!!!  And I ran UP A HILL!!!!  Yes, up a hill.  I never thought I could do this, and I am.  Major satisfaction.  Major happy!!!!

Day 1 - Happy Heron

So, I could start by saying I am so happy to have such a wonderful family.  But, we all know that, its a given.  I have a wonderful family and I am happy for it.  And they do bring me such joy!!!!

But, as a starting point, a random chance sighting of a beautiful bird skimming over water is what brought an unexpected smile to my face today.  I love herons (or is it heron).  I love the way they fly when they are on the move, high in the air.  I love their majestic stance as they stand watching over the water.  But most of all, I love when they are gliding low against the water, ready to land. 

There is just something about this bird that makes me feel at peace.  Perhaps that is why I look for one whenever driving by a body of water.  I'm always trying to see my next heron.  And I normally do not have to wait long.  I probably see one, in flight more often than not, every other day or so.  And most often here in Mason, which just seems odd because it is so populated.  So until next time Mr. Heron....

A new outlook...

All too often we tend to focus on the negative.  All the small problems in our lives take center stage and we forget or ignore the positve things that bring us happiness.  So, my new goal (we'll see how long I can actually make it - oh a negative - opps!) is to find something each day that brings happiness or joy into my life and celebrate it.  Hopefully I will be able to post each day and at the end of the year have 365 things that have made me smile.  Here goes....

 

The foolish man seeks happiness in the distance; the wise grows it under his feet. ~James Openheim