What made you smile today?

[JAGG]

*Snickers* Exactly what I was thinking.

Me three. That's why I just gave it a thumbs up. I will admit I was tempted to. Haha

[Julien]

The wonders of modern technology, texts, phone, skype, IMs, chat, email, etc. :callme:So you choose the perfect way to keep in touch. Whatever happened to the lost art of a handwritten letter or card. Win some, lose some.:gotmail:

[chrisbutch]

You did........:)

[Leigh]

The snow lightly falling outside :)

[Rockinonahigh]

Feeling almost human after the weeks of my back giveing my fits,then playing with my fur kid for a while.

[Countyfem]

Daughters new laptop came in 23 year old skipping around like a 5 yr old!
She is truly my hearts delight

[Miss July]

Meeting up with my lil bro for lunch.

Busting a close friends cheating spouse :cigar2:

Can't say which was more enjoyable actually LOL

[tonaderspeisung]

i work with this guy who i find a bit odd
he's the friendliest guy but he doesn't get my sense of humor so i'm sure he thinks i am a bit odd

today he was telling me about a piece of jewelry he bought for his girlfriend
he described it as his girlfriend's name made into a custom jeweled necklace and it came with a stuffed bear to gift it in.

he told me his girlfriend's mother and sister complimented him on his selection and said they had never seen anything sparkle as much.

he told me it was the most expensive piece of jewelry he had ever bought for a woman

i said "oh yeah - because of the bear"

he looked at me like i was out of my mind and said with all seriousness
"no - because of all the jewels"

[Sassy]

Good discussion with my boss today on a possible vacancy within the company I might be able to fill. Also, a great lead on a position I'm qualified at a local university and my boss is going to give them a glowing recommendation if they all. So yay for the Universe opening some windows :)

[Inked_Trinity]

Talking to her after work about plans for the weekend, hearing that little growl!! :p

[ruby_woo]

Finally finding a copy of Elf on DVD. I've been looking for a couple of weeks, and I was starting to think the whole city was sold out.

[funkyfemme]

that I was able to sub on the gay boys bowling league tonight!! what a blast!!! they are so much fun and I even got invited back for next week if they're short again! Yippieeeee!! LOL

[ArkansasPiscesGrrl]

making a birthday dinner of Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches and Oven-baked Sweet Potato Chips, with Carrot Cake, and also a Caramel Apple Cake, all homemade. All for my daughter's 42nd birthday. Haven't been able to spend a birthday with her for about 15 yrs.

I was sitting on the couch afterwards, watching several of the grandkids gathered around the kitchen table, working on some art project, and I realized just how blessed I am right now, being up here amongst them. Yeah, this is why I moved back.

[RockOn]

I came home carrying a 14 pound box of MilkBones. The impish delight on my dogs' faces when they saw the box made me grin huge. They are the loves of my life! I am nuts about Kelly and Kevin. Love me, love my dogs. Some things are non-negotiable. :)

[AtLast]

Making plans with someone... :)

[VintageFemme]

...i got a free iphone upgrade!
big smiles*

[VintageFemme]

...and the nicest place on the internet: http://thenicestplaceontheinter.net/ ♥

[hopelessromantic69]

Having lunch with my girl while her daughter was checking out a college.

[always2late]

It's Friday and we have the whole weekend together! :)

[PinkieLee]

While waiting in line at the store this morning, I was watching the prettiest little 5 year old ahead of me, waiting impatiently with her mom to buy her chocolate milk. She was wearing a beautiful red holiday dress, long hair in mounds of curls. I looked down at her shoes... rhinestone covered little mary janes. I said, "your shoes are so pretty". She smiled, said thank you, and then twirled around circles so I could admire her dress, too :)

[Lazy Daze]

I turned in my resignation over a week ago and no one has even acknowledged that they received it..until this morning... I was pulled in the Sheriff's office, personally thanked by him and the chief for my service on the force. I was asked to turn in my firearm and taser...and I am now "in transition". Which means after tomorrow I will no longer work inmate housing areas..and my last week here I will be in civilian clothes and working Receiving.

I feel nekkid...but its a good feeling :) I'm ready to start my new life :)

[HoustonHuny]

Watching my doggie learn how to ride a wave in to shore after going waaaay out to retrieve his tennis ball. And the (ocean) wet dog smell. :)

[nowandthen]

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[Starbuck]

I was standing outside today when a set of grandparent walked by holding their 10 month old grandbaby. When she looked at me, she gave me the biggest chubby cheek grin ever...that made me feel so good. :D

[hottprof]

finally figuring out how to play board games online with my way to far away boi


That makes me smile... :)

[Passionaria]

New glasses, OMGoodness this is what clarity is like???? LOL :glasses:

[Sassy]

Piping hot cinnamon rolls and really good coffee for breakfast. OK, yes, it's junk food, but mmmmmmm tasty ;)

[BoiJen]

-making tons of plans with one of my best friends for Xmas with my boy and us.
-getting a raise after 3 yrs. finally
-finding a cool toy for my Bean
-the mishaps with my phone definitely
:D

[starryeyes]

Being told, "I have never seen a lesbian with such a big purse" and "You're femmy for a dyke" by the new lesbian at work.. lol. She's awesome...

:blueheels:
Starry :-)

[ONLY]

Making french toast this morning for my son and my girl (f)
And every morning and night that she has been here.......waking up with her and having her fall asleep in my arms...... I love you SS (f) xo

[ruffryder]

talking to my daughter always puts a smile on my face.

Also, hearing from someone else I've been thinking of and missing made me smile.

[Oiler41]

Having a wonderful evening with my beautiful wife decorating the Christmas tree, putting the train around the tree and watching her dance to snappy Christmas songs in the process, lol. What a great evening!

Glynn

[Leigh]

My hockey team the Winnipeg Jets won YAY :)

[JackMcGrath]

A long distance phone call from my Mom. She never fails to make me feel like I am "right there".

[MsTinkerbelly]

Getting most of the presents wrapped while the butternut squash soup is cooking and will be simmering later for dinner goodness.... I love Sundays when we sleep in and have a lazy morning.

[VintageFemme]

It's been raining for two days and we're not through yet. [it won't end our drought but it will certainly help] Texas is smiling.

[1QuirkyKiwi]

Receiving a long email from my friend in Texas and my close friend and I chatting and laughing loudly on the phone.

The handle falling off my suitcase - I just stood there with it in my hand whilst starring at it.......it may have been telling me it's had enough of travelling and wants to retire, lol!

[JackMcGrath]

Finding out I should make it home in time for Christmas. :)

[Leigh]

Sleeping in until 2:30 this afternoon lol

[Kenna]

Starting my day with an hour long walk with Willy Bear all around Peaceful Pond, with so many trails through the woods that I never needed to leave the property. Just a beautiful, slow walk and bird watching in fresh, clean air. Taking a break by the water, sitting in the john boat with Willy while the birds were busy collecting breakfast. Watching Willy having fun on his walk, getting his feet all muddy. .......then having a very delightful breakfast of pecan blueberry pancakes......I had lots of smiles when I was unpacking my kitchen stuff and favorite knickknacks. .... I shared smiles when I took 3 bags of groceries to a family in need. ....I had more smiles when I watched Willy play hard and goofy in our new livingroom, with his feet slipping on the slick floor....now my belly is happy after Blade made an awesome dinner of BBQ wings and salad. Now, as I'm ready to take another load over to new place... my body isn't smiling but I am after a very productive day!

[Alurra]

:hk2: I took my 12 yo, very shy, Siamese foster cat to her new permanent home with a wonderful woman who already has another 12 yo Siamese. My foster kitty will finally have the kitty companion she so desperately wants. It's exactly the home I have been waiting for. I am so very happy for her (although I cried a little.)

[always2late]

Finishing that dang term paper!! :)

[clay]

the Vanilla Cravings thread! yummmm

[girl_dee]

watching a Disney movie with Daddi

getting cards ready to mail, stickers and all

a lil shopping

lunch at the new place in town.

[ruffryder]

Great company, great conversation, lots of laughs...its been awhile. Priceless.

My daughter letting me know she loves me. That's enough reason for me to smile.

[tazz]

talking with her today... and knowing that when i say i miss her smile... i know she misses mine too :)

[Hollylane]

Window shopping and enjoying good company.

[BoiJen]

-my son trying to get the dog to fart on my friend who was sitting by him BUT instead my son did. He kept quiet n almost made him gag. High fived my boy. That's what he gets for teasing him. :D

[JackMcGrath]

An email I received with a lot of layers. smiling. :)

[SnackTime]

Just read that Santo (Ron) will be inducted into the Hall of Fame.

He's one of my favorite Cub players.

[ruffryder]

Life.. and how everything seems to work out for the best.

hearing from her always makes me smile.

[LaneyDoll]

Remembering an exchange from this past weekend...

J-"Thanks man, I did not want to take your place beside Laney."

R-"No one can take my place beside Laney."

~happy sighs~

Still makes me smile thinking about it.

:sparklyheart:

[JAGG]

Scandalandy and Persiphone's silliness.

[Lazy Daze]

Waking up to his sweet, sexy, tender, loving voice...I love my days off bc it means mornings with him.

Finally selling the couch after thousands of people came to look at it (or so it felt!)

Having lunch with my sister

Buying a dress to wear for Him ;)

[Inked_Trinity]

Lofthouse frosted sugar cookies... they friggin ROCK! :hangloose:

[SnackTime]

Being done with the group speech...

[RebelDyke]

finding out that lil miss sassy dolly madison got adopted over the weekend!!!!! go dolly... and boon did too! the tennis balls will surely miss you both..

[grenade]

this may sound catty and bitchy, and it is... but I had a really shitty day then something beautiful happened, made the biggest smile spread across my face. I'm actually smiling now as I'm recalling what happened!! Anyways, cunt of an ex-boss, who stepped down from her position because she is moving and waiting for her house to sell, came into the office with an ugly expression on her face. Uglier than normal. ;) She throws a paper at me and says, "you might as well read it." In a nutshell, she failed at my job, which she was covering while I caught up on paperwork. A nurse wrote a hateful note on the paperwork that she flung at me saying she was inept. While I was reading it she says," I don't understand why she had to be so nasty with me." I looked up and replied, "karma" with a sweet smile.


And again, I am giddy with delight.

[JAGG]

My niece Maddie called me on my way home from work because she missed me. She melted my heart with her sweet love. She asked me if I remembered on Saturday night when I was at her house watching a football game and she wanted me to tucked her in bed. Of course I remembered, she asked me read the night before christmas book to her, so I layed next to her in her bed and read it to her. She said that the pillow smelled like my hair and it made her cry a little last night because she missed me. AAWWWW now isn't that the sweetest thing ever coming from an 8 yr old.

[girl_dee]

a great day from start to end


Breakfast with Syr
Christmas shopping with Syr
out to dinner with Syr
FUN with Syr :spank:

a great evening with Syr, Aurora and all the pups...


What a day!

[nekohl]

Had some home made Key Lime pie. It was not as good as my home made Key Lime but it was yummy and tart none the less :)

[Oiler41]

A nice dinner at the Melting Pot for a birthday celebration for Pups daughter who turned 22 today! Good times!

Glynn

[Kenna]

I keep finding ONE ladybug in the bathroom or laundry room.... I keep "saving" them and releasing them outside.....I just found one more on the ceiling ....I'm not that tall. Makes me wonder if it's the same one finding its way back inside to torment me.... at any rate...its nice to know my house is blessed by ladybugs.

[UofMfan]

A lovely message on my phone I was too sleepy to read last night. :)

[Sassy]

Boss pulled me aside to say he has a position to offer me in July when my department moves. Says he hopes I'll accept. He'd rather keep me than lay me off. Whee! Hurray for good job news :)

:hk6:

[Sparkle]

My dear friend is now cancer-free.

[funkyfemme]

A much needed phone call. It took away some of the grumpies I've had today. :)

[Daktari]

Emails from Miss Saturday and Miss Sunday :groucho:

[ruffryder]

why her of course. hearing her always makes me smile. :rrose:

[sylvie]

- spending the day with Nanny at the nursing home, on my day off today.. We decorated her room for Christmas, then we had some hot chocolate and cookies (i had water & grapes lol).. sang Christmas carols, laughed lots.. Had lunch together (she ate all of hers and then took some of mine, lol) .. had her write out some Christmas cards that i will send away for her, and i brought her lots of Christmas goodies which should hold her over for awhile.. her smile made today SO worth it..

- the love of Mr Mtn, every single day..the support, the fun & smiles, and the knowledge that it flows so perfectly with Us, come on March, ♥

- some time with my son, a heart to heart talk, and hopefully what will be a good understanding, some growth and some much needed belief in himself..

- feeling some motivation to get myself back on track - a good workout, a constant supporter (& pusher) , His expectations of me & learning more about myself everyday..

[Oiler41]

My wife and her daughter in the kitchen making sweets for the upcoming party while singing along with Christmas songs, surrounded by pups (all six of them!) in their beds, lol. I love my life!

Glynn

[Diva]

My daughter made me smile today with her totally random phone call/conversation! She's the best! I'm a blessed Mom!

[tazz]

she did... with her beautiful smile and eyes... :)

[Bard]

A day spent with my wife we went to my PT appointment then lunch , the grocery store and drove around and looked at the decorated houses. Then home to just hang out finish the tree wrap presents an watch movies

life is good

[clay]

my bestest friend...having lunch at an old seafood restaurant...with fresh local shrimp..showing off the local sights....laughing just cause...

[midwest chick]

Cirque du Soleil Quidam opened tonight, the show was great!

[theoddz]

Pop is taking my sister and my 14 y/o niece to see the stage production of "The Lion King" at Mandalay Bay when they visit Las Vegas for Christmas. :)

I took Mother to see this earlier this year and she absolutely loved it!!! :awww:

They're going to love this. :winky:

RXSyJ4CeUXo

~Theo~ :bouquet:

[Mtn]

My girl has had a few rough days, she always gets herself up and brushes herself off. I'm proud of her. She is fierce!

[jac]

The last text I received for the night! :koolaid:

[smouldering]

The little puggle who can't seem to get settled down this morning, keeps staring at me lol.

[twist of lime]

the news that tangerine tango is the color for 2012!

best i could do in a *pinch*

[JackMcGrath]

That I have the will not to let someone's bad mood change mine from being good. :)

[Tawse]

Ak1dPU8uXiE

[christie]

...early morning phone calls, knowing its still "dark thirty" in Seattle...

... counting down... five days...

[Sachita]

getting a early morning pic of Mia Bella

[greeneyedgrrl]

watching the kidlet dance along to glee...priceless! :cheesy:

[Scuba]

Plans :) and the thought of a decorated Christmas tree.

[always2late]

Aced two of my finals! :fireworks:

[Kenna]

The momma Hoot Owl that lives in the tree outside my bedroom window... she's a Hoot!! She amused me late last night and tickled me how she was hooting to another owl who was out by the garage.

[Honey]

Gentle Tiger's "confessions" thread...LMFAO

[pajama]

:) Woo Hoooooo It's Casual Friday! No skirt, heals....or darn panty hose. Comfy new jeans for me.

And have dinner reservations tonight at one of the schwanky restaurants on the Square for our weekly eat-out-meal with The Boy.

Annnnnnd
My last paycheck for my vacation pay from the hospital was like $50 more than I expected.

I am abundantly blessed and :) big this morning.

Hope everyone has a wonderful day too.
A

[Gina]

My daughter-In-Law (and best friend) got her head pooped on by a bird going into work yesterday. Then she found out that she needs a lawyer ($) to get a tenant evicted. Before bed the dog peed on the gifts under the tree. This morning I smiled when she said *I just love your *I do not do Mornings* sleep shirt. Can I have it? hahahahaha!

[starryeyes]

Waking up with a doggy nose in my face. I love my little cuddler!!

[PinkieLee]

Plans tonight for date night with my boo...

First stop ~ pedicures with sparkly, red polish for me and black for my honey

Next up ~ dinner at the local joint by our house...
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(yes, it's a mexican beer in a margarita... I prefer the Dos Equis please)

Yep, it's been one of those weeks, where a lil' pampering & cocktails will cure the blues!

[Bard]

Going to my Physical Therapy today and having them tell me we are moving to a whole different level now because I am progressing so well. now we are working on strength and Matt was impressed with how well I did I made great strides after getting the Cortozone shot:hangloose:

make me a happy cowboi let me tell ya:sunglass:

[smouldering]

Finding out that my paycheck is gonna be a little bit higher then i thought :)

Making someone laugh today

[The_Lady_Snow]

good news, coming out talks, vouchers, Cotten's...

:poc-love:

[Honey]

opened doors

[always2late]

Just got new living room and bedroom furniture for the new house for an amazing price! I just LOVE a bargain!

[dixie]

5 hour skype sessions and 5 day countdowns :)

[Lazy Daze]

Winning a really Awesome door prize at the work xmas party last night that will go perfect with our house

Waking up all snuggly warm with big puppy noses on each side saying "good morning mommy we love you"

One week from today my life begins with the one who holds my heart forever :)

[Cowboi]

Got up early and hit the Gym.

[Soon]

...the sun!

[Inked_Trinity]

Laughed my ass off as my crew got a call from the mall manager to help find Rudolph!

[JackMcGrath]

A 14+ hour smile :)

[Mtn]

The young woman that cut my hair today said.....Would you like any product in your hair?...Oh nevermind THAT was a silly question....lol

[princessbelle]

......Waking up :)

[Guy]

Laughing so hard with her on the phone today!

[funkyfemme]

A text from a friend in FL. Was good catching up and knowing that hys life is back on track. Hy so deserves it after all the BS hy's been through. :)

[smouldering]

Watching my daughter dance to "swag" and shaking my head lol

[SnackTime]

My Indiana Hoosiers upset No. 1 ranked University of Kentucky!

[Diva]

A sweet little party.......

[ruby_woo]

Playing with Sassy, the cutest, snortiest, drooliest bulldog. :dog:

[midwest chick]

Thinking about how much fun I had yesterday at Busch Gardens Euro-can't wait until spring to ride ALL the coasters!

[luv2luvgirls]

Chatting with my long time friend on skype.. She rocks and is awesome :cheesy:
seeing my girl on skype ... nuff said there ;)

and knowing that I have lots of love around me.

[Princess]

He did...repeatedly...in fact there I go again.... :eyebat:

[funkyfemme]

LMAO with T on the phone today. We are both in a funk and we both need to laugh. :cracked:

[Sassy]

So many smiles the past 2 days.

Yesterday: Shopping w/my BFF -- recently released from the hospital and no longer actively suicidal. It was the first time in months we've been able to just hang out like friends in months. It was good to see a glimmer of the old her returning.

Today: A full 8 hours of sleep, a hot cup of coffee and a freshly bathed hound dog napping on the couch by my side. The smell of fresh-cut Yule tree in the house. The warm lights on the tree contrasting with the cool gray morning.

[UofMfan]

Getting a Police escort from the bank to my house (4 blocks) for my own safety. Ok then :)

[girl_dee]

The family Yule celebrations!

I received way too much in the way of gifts, but
I am so grateful!

Syr gifted me with an amazing high quality
Keyboard, something I've been wanting for ages.

She is pretty amazing, it blows me away at just how amazihg She
really is.

[Lady_Di]

Getting a visit from some friends today while I am in an inpatient rehab - recovering/working hard to rehab my brand spanking knee knee.

I am so very blessed to have made real friends here, who have my back.

They also brought lunch, which definitely made me smile, as the food here often does not make me smile~

twas good to break bread with them and feel the love

[Bootsandheels]

Thinking about the amazing weekend I had with an equally amazing, awesome friend who rocks the shizel and sharing a few completely speechless moments...how much better does it get?! :cheesy:

[storyofmylife]

wonderful day so far:hk16:

[Tawse]

Early access for Star Wars: The Old Republic starts today... I won't get in today - but I'm a day closer!!!!

MMO Immersion here I come!

[storyofmylife]

my ex telling me a few surprises hy is getting me for Christmas.

[UofMfan]

A plethora of text message that kept me from falling asleep on the job. Sadly due to similar messages keeping me awake until crazy o'clock.

[Sassy]

The *thunk-thunk-thunk* of the hammer as the lights go up around the house. The wiggling nose and wagging tail of a 10-year-old, 4-legged friend who can't see the tree so good but darn well knows which packages under it are for her :)

[Butterbean]

A nice long walk with my doggy down a lonely country road. The puppy was fascinated to see goats.

[JustLovelyJenn]

Being recognized by former students while I was subbing at the high school.... and 5.5 miles on a stationary bike...

[The_Lady_Snow]

watching this gentleman feeding a bunch of stray kitties down by the boat ramp...

[greeneyedgrrl]

knowing i'm going to be eating homemade tamales tomorrow!! :cheesy:
i can't wait!

[GPS]

a pleasant surprise :)

[girl_dee]

That so many nice folks repped me last night I think I may have missed some!

[Honey]

apple pie and whipped cream

[PinkieLee]

What made me smile today...

Confirmation emails and a countdown has begun!

[Tommi]

My Santa Elf hat and face paints all ready to go. Today is the Children's Christmas Party at work.

I get to see those bright little eyes and smiles when they see what I have painted on their faces, then when they come back for more, on thier hands, then their arms. :)

:smileyXmasTree:

[Lazy Daze]

After today, I only have one more day of work... and 3 more days till I am on my way to being in paradise!

[Diva]

....the gentle sound of windchimes on the terrace.....

[smouldering]

The strand of lights that weren't working so i smooshed them down into the tree are now working and it looks all funky now lol

[funkyfemme]

some happy thoughts :angel:
some dirty thoughts :devil:

[softheart]

I got my evaulation today. And I will be receiving a huge raise starting Jan 1st. Yaay for me. I need it in the worst way.

[Novelafemme]

reading this...http://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2011/12/11/led-child-who-simply-knew/SsH1U9Pn9JKArTiumZdxaL/story.html

i am so incredibly proud of this beautiful family!

[Inked_Trinity]

One more day of work..... then 4 whole days off! I SOOOOO want to sleep in!

[asphaltcowboi]

seeing all the foot hills covered in snow and my yard dry!!

[Diamondbutch1]

Hearing her voice on the phone and knowing she'll be home tomorrow.

[JAGG]

Not having to wear a jacket on my morning run. =) I love bonus days in winter.

[Hollylane]

Spending time with someone who enjoys talking animal themed movies...

[JustJo]

A surprise :cheesy:

[Lazy Daze]

Coming home and taking off my uniform for the last time....tomorrow I get to wear civilians for my last day :)

[Soon]

an impromptu visit with a friend

[The_Lady_Snow]

Receiving a holiday glitter bomb!!

[durrrrrrrr]

Gettin a "care" package from my sister.

had cd's of the grand nephews and niece's pics

the other key to my motorcycle ( thought I had lost it, well, I did, but my sister found it )


choco-chip cookies...home made...YUMMMMMMMMM

and nope, not gonna share

and i cracked up when the UPS driver showed up in a golf cart..lol

[starryeyes]

Work was REALLY slow today.... so got to chill! But, Just got a call and I am going in for a few hours.. whee :-) Best of both worlds..

Starry

[BoDy*ShOt]

...becoming the Proud mom to a USN Mass Communications Specialist and Hospital Corpsman (: (: - my oldest son is at the tail-end of 'A' school..& my middle son swore in today.

[girl_dee]

A hair cut and a wonderful lunch with Syr!

[ruby_woo]

A story about the cutest intruder ever. (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/14/baby-seal-house-couch_n_1146980.html)

A good talk with my manager about where my career is going, hoping there will be some external training in my future if she gets the company's approval.

[greeneyedgrrl]

spending an hour filling and refilling a plastic baby bottle with cheerios with a toddler, who discovered as i watched that while she couldn't reach into the narrow opening to get them out with her fingers, if she turned the bottle over they would fall out. it was so awesome to watch her giggle like it was the greatest thing ever, then do it all over again.

making homemade books with families.


i :heartbeat: my job.

[JustLovelyJenn]

lots of free stuff...

... my moms church did a... household goods exchange...

... bring what you dont need anymore... take what you have been looking for...

[Leigh]

Being that much closer to possibly getting funding for school :)

[JustLovelyJenn]

I woke up with a smile.... good dreams I guess you could say...

[girl_dee]

The rain and waking up next to a very warm Syr.

[Inked_Trinity]

Interviewing and hiring a new supervisor. She has a great attitude towards teamwork and training. Also a genuine like for the job itself.... very refreshing! I like her!

[1QuirkyKiwi]

A BIG hug from one of the Disabled Art Studio attendants….in the 4 years I’ve been an Arts co-ordinator there, she has hardly spoken to me. Her brother moved to New Zealand 7 years ago and my accent upsets her deeply because she misses him so much. I try to do my volunteering there on the days she doesn’t attend, but, I can’t always do that…. so for her to come up to me and give me a BIG hug must have taken a lot of courage for her.

I couldn’t stop the tears flowing down my cheeks and one of the paid Art co-ordinators told me that she has never hugged anyone in the 10 years she been going there.

[Lady Pamela]

My brand new grandson Pantera Damien Calvert...My 11th grandchild..so far.

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[JackMcGrath]

Good New and more good news.. just waiting for someone to wake up so I can share it with her. (f)

[Daktari]

A fabulous welcome. Lovely people. Carols. Readings. Mulled wine.

[Rockinonahigh]

Finaly a decent good nap with out someone calling on the phone or knocking on the door or mowing the grass(yes we can still cut gras),then a real good shower.

[Sassy]

Oatmeal.

OK, that sounds strange. But I hate oatmeal. It's mushy and flavorless and, well, unappetizing. But a friend recently introduced me to Irish oatmeal. It's steel cut so it has more body and texture than that instant stuff. I tried a recipe I found online that uses cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg and a dash of brown sugar as well as toasted nuts... yum! I smiled so big. Warm, healthy breakfast and mostly guilt free. Whee!!! :)

[Kenna]

On my long evening walk with the dog... finding fresh deer tracks all around my pond and watching tiny birds gathering berries. Standing by a glass still, crystal clear pond, thinking about going skinny dippin next summer at sunset. :)

[Julien]

My girl's voice and laughter. I always look forward to seeing the twinkle in her eye and the smile on her lips. I am so lucky.

[Honey]

A very nice evening with a Persian prince

[Bard]

A night out with my girl and some good friends it was great to finally have Desd meet them and it was such fun

[girl_dee]

being attacked with kisses from a small brown puppy when I got home from work.


:dogwalking:

[Rook]

Playing 'tug o' war' with My ferret wrestling over my hiking boot for the first time in Months...
He refused to let go, so I dragged the boot lightly, he tugged back with a hard shake of his head {uff, predators}, I lifted the shoe a little, he held on with limp body, strong jaw, impressive fangs, tail slightly wags {rare, but fuggin' cute}...
When he'd let go, I'd wait while he found a better spot to gnaw...
From time to time, he'd bounce all over the place 'war dancing', this showed me he's back to his old self, he went from very 'slender poodle ferret" {he lost fur from adrenal in most parts of his body, his spine had fur and his head and paws....kinda mohawk}, to very thick fur, light cinnamon almost champagne so far {he used to be chocolate} and he's gaining weight, fast, far more active....
But, still a cuddle monster.

Therefore...
:D

[girl_dee]

kindness, even when I don't feel I've earned it.

[sylvie]

-Thoughts of Him watching over me as i fall asleep at night.. ♥♥
-Creating a little fun game for residents at work tonight, that had them laughing... i love their smiles!
-days of strength, determination & rockin' the journey!
-looking back to last year's New Year's Resolutions and thinking wow, i did damn good!
-thoughts of March 1, 2012!! i'll be there in His arms again - sooo can't wait!
-seeing all my exclamation points above, lol.

[Mtn]

Feeling better after last night, that was yucky
My girl, always!
Getting an I love you from the teenager.
A cooperative teenaged boy helping out his Momma and giving me some peace of mind.
The pups newest trick, she sits on her bottom and puts her front paws up like a toddler, when she wants to be picked up and carried to bed.

[ruby_woo]

Completing my first decent sewing project. They are just pillowcases, but the seams are mostly straight and they're actually usable, so I'm quite happy. :thumbsup:

[funkyfemme]

Getting to sub on a team for the gay boys bowling league tonite. The gay boys rock that house!!

Knowing it's less than 24 hrs before I see and smell hym again!

Getting a text asking "dammit babygirl, why can't you jut come crawl in next to me tonite?" :) Man o man....What I'd give for that tonite!!!!

Oh and bowling three so so games: 110, 132 and 155. Not too bad for using a new ball.

Had a lot of things that made me smile today but ima save those as they're a lil personal. ;)

[Diva]

....the wonderful memories of my amazing Mom....the most perfect woman I've ever known.

[msW8ing]

My girl's voice and laughter. I always look forward to seeing the twinkle in her eye and the smile on her lips. I am so lucky.

Coming home from a bad day at work and reading this. Calling Him on my break and sharing laughter. i am such a lucky lucky girl.

[willow]

double post....again http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/hello-kitty/blush.gif (http://www.sherv.net/hello.kitty-emoticon-216.html)

[willow]

It's snowing! Big fluffy flakes.... http://www.myemoticons.com/images/weather/snowy/shoveling-snow.gif

[Honey]

Hym, of course ! Went to bed smiling and I am fairly confident I will be all day !!

[1QuirkyKiwi]

It's snowing! Big fluffy flakes.... http://www.myemoticons.com/images/weather/snowy/shoveling-snow.gif

Please keep the big fluffy flakes with my love and best wishes, lol! (f)

No snow forecast for this part of the UK....sunshine and cloud over the weekend, apparently! London this morning had snow (I live 30 miles from there)....so not sure the Met weather was right! LOL!

I saw a Canadian Goose fly close by the window this morning away from the Lake and park opposite. :D

[smouldering]

Watching the Christmas tree twinkle with its lights and decorations and just having good memories of my mom baking tons of the most delicious Sugar cookies ever and beneath the tree over flowing with silly little gifts, big gifts and everything in between because she loved giving for Christmas so much.. I remember times of laughing as i opened and unwrapped a 24 pack of mt Dew or another soft drink and thinking how silly mom is.. *sighs* those were good times.. i miss them.

[Daktari]

This...

http://www.thepoke.co.uk/2011/12/16/singing-christmas-hedgehogs/

[willow]

This...

http://www.thepoke.co.uk/2011/12/16/singing-christmas-hedgehogs/


My hedgehog was dinner! :hk11:

made me giggle... :)

[1ladyface]

The teenage boy who went out of his way to open the door at the UPS store because I was carrying 3 boxes I could barely see over or wrap my arms around.

[msW8ing]

Many phone calls, texts and laughs shared with the most amazing guy i've ever known.

[1QuirkyKiwi]

Waking up to sunshine and blue sky….seeing a rainbow with clouds behind it. :)

[Julien]

To start the day with an unexpected early morning phone call. Amazing is all I can say.

[Miss Scarlett]

i saw :santa1: last night!!!!!

[starryeyes]

Finding my passport, getting my stuff packed for my trip to Mexico.. Yeah!! And... Booking a flight on Southwest to somewhere special when I get back and getting the 50% off deal! Wahoo. Some things are just meant to happen!

:-D
Starry

[JustLovelyJenn]

offline messages....

[ONLY]

Sun is shining (but much colder than it has been), morning coffee and conversation with my girl (f)

[smouldering]

Two biiig doggies at the Pet store wearing antlers getting ready to see Santa :)

[moxie]

Despite it being a little chilly out, the sunshine is wonderful.

[Glenn]

My Furkid; Ms Mia Ow, makes me smile everday when she sits on the table watching me, with her two front legs hanging off of the edge.

[girl_dee]

7 clients today! Zipped through the treatments with 8 fingers and only one imposable thumb !

[Soft*Silver]

the thread about the shortage of butter in Norway...

and the reps about Jessica McClintock! <w>

[Sassy]

Deep-fried Oreo cookie goo...

Word of advice for the adventurous foody...

If you want to deep-fry something that has a creamy center, said something should be frozen before attempting to fry. Otherwise, goo escapes and disappears in the oil before the batter can cook. Just sayin' ... tis the season for odd food experiments :)

[JustJo]

Watching my sweet son goofing off...putting on an improptu fireworks show for his Granny....complete with comedic sparkler dance. :cheesy:

[girl_dee]

Sparky's Quiche, aurora's ginger cookies and Choco Cheerios....

[Julien]

Enjoy.

http://www.angelfire.com/wa/zzaran/calvin.html

[sylvie]

- taking some steps today that will lead me down the path i need for some inner healing, recovery & much needed peace... i'm quite often amazed at how much i strive for better, no matter how difficult the journey.. And putting myself out there for all to see, at my most fragile state is so scary.. But the growth that comes from doing so, makes me crave more & more - & that makes me smile big & makes this journey so worthwhile.

- time with Mr Mtn, and how we're always present, everyday for one another.. We laugh, & enjoy our time so much.. It's never strained & all flows so easily.. And our days seem to get better & better.. damn, i love Him so!

- Seeing the children excited about their Christmas plans with their father & his family.. While i will be sad they won't be here for Christmas with me, i find smiles within for the fact they'll be celebrating it happily, surrounded by LOTS of family .. And i know we can celebrate once they're home after New Year's.. i don't show them my sadness i'll be without them, because i want them to really have a wonderful holiday, but i'm truly going to miss them with all my heart..

- looking around my place today, and thinking i'm not rich in possessions, but i sure am rich in blessings... and life is really, friggin' GREAT! i'm one very happy girl♥

[Massive]

Mum helping me clear the ice from my front path, snuggling up with my cat and getting to talk to my online Family :cheesy:

[Dreams]

Someone getting pissed off over ice cubes...gosh that was funny..:readfineprint:

[midwest chick]

My daughter, pregnant with my first grandchild, calling me to update me on my son-in-law, who is deployed. "Hey, mom, Paul is playing in the sand, he's building me castles, so I can share them with the baby."


I think they are all special! Why do I think my life is difficult?

Going to SD, CA, in march...already have dates with her friends! Can't wait, have been out with them before, and they are great. Baby *Logan* is due then, Paul won't be home until May....how well loved can the baby be by then? Poor man!!!!

[Diva]

Hearing from JAGG made me smile! :moonstars:

[smouldering]

Watching my dog run around in circles because there is a sticker on his head he can't get off :D

[bbdoll]

Smiling early in the morning just by reading other couples relationship surveys. Its so sweet and funny. I love this site so much I practically live here. Its fun to be away from all the drama on FB. ;):nixon:

[Butterbean]

The Sunday newspaper, hot coffee, the Packers v. the Chiefs game.

[Kobi]

My neighbor bought a grape colored PT Cruiser. Very pretty. Looks like a nexium on wheels.

[SoulShineFemme]

Some much needed "alone" time with ONLY.
Getting my gifts wrapped.
Watching Larry Crown with ONLY yesterday and then some episoded of Parking Wars.
The calm before the storm.

[Soft*Silver]

a foster pup getting a home for Christmas!

[Skittlesluver]

I smiled because I got to sit on my couch and watch my Sunday Football games in peace with my puppy:cowboy:

[Starbuck]

What made me smile today? Thinking about getting to spend the night with her Friday night. I've been thinking about her all day today and I can't get her out of my head :D

[funkyfemme]

The fact that I'm going back to GA on the 29th. Had a great time here in the DC area and made some new friends. Time to try something new now (going back to my gypsy ways lol). I have an invite from a friend near Orlando to come and stay and look for work there. So after the first of the year I will be in FL. Did I mention that it's a LOT warmer in FL than here in DC this time of year??

Oh yeah, and hoping to meet up with some BFP peeps in Januray sometime.

:hk13:

[ONLY]

Some much needed "alone" time with ONLY.
Getting my gifts wrapped.
Watching Larry Crown with ONLY yesterday and then some episoded of Parking Wars.
The calm before the storm.

Thank you baby. I enjoyed and you know you made me smile :) Wish weekends where little longer

[msW8ing]

Him bragging the Saints won against the Vikings..(even though the Vikings uniform is much prettier and their logo does not look like a curtain rod end) lmao

[Julien]

Him bragging the Saints won against the Vikings..(even though the Vikings uniform is much prettier and their logo does not look like a curtain rod end) lmao

No honey it is a Fluer de lis not a curtain rod end. Black and gold looks richer than purple and white. We also have Drew Brees. Geaux Saints.

[JAGG]

A home made birthday card from my fav. 8yr old artist!!!! I will treasure it forever!!!

[Medusa]

Listening to Jack play "plumber by phone" with one of her buddies. He's a good man-cub and was overjoyed to have hot water before Christmas.

[tonaderspeisung]

today i was at the big box electronic store (fry's) shopping for a holiday gift for the pops.
the store was a hustle and bustle of holiday shoppers and as i snaked my way through the isles, desperately hoping for some gift inspiration, i stumbled upon a most curious scene.

i had resigned myself to fry's defeat; nothing would be bought here today.
i started my loop back and that's when i saw it; an extravaganza, 92 inches of high definition and full bose surround sound.
was it the siren's call of adele - live at the royal albert hall or the gravitational pull of the enormous screen? i can't say but i was reeled in.

then my real life christmas movie moment occurred.

i found myself mesmerized watching adele singing chasing pavements and a couple other tunes in "stunning color and clarity" and before i knew it; in front of the display a group of 20 people (give or take) had gathered. adele, bigger than life, dwarfed us all and serenaded the crowd with her smash hit - someone like you.
when adele handed the chorus over to her on-screen fans the store crowd joined in the chorus and sang along too.

i looked around and noticed an even larger crowd was gathered watching the smaller crowd who were now the chorus for the adele performance.
i imagined that the security office was watching the crowd, who was watching the smaller crowd, who were watching the original performance, like some big infinity mirror illusion.
the second chorus started and the onlooker next to me raised her phone to capture the scene. a sales rep right behind us placed his hand on her shoulder and said "don't ruin the moment."
my onlooking neighbor lowered her phone and i noticed that much of the larger crowd had joined in on the chorus sing along too.

it really was like the grand finale of a family holiday movie where the whole cast of characters come together and sing.
the crowd was swaying and everything.

as the song ended and the crowd on-screen applauded, so did the store crowd.
many stayed for the next song, i splintered off and headed for the door.

i suppose i'm a bit of a rube for getting caught up in what i now suspect was an elaborate sales ploy and it worked; i ended up spending 10 minutes in line for a small flash drive that my pops will never use and i really don't need, but $4 + tax seems like a fair price for a good story and i guess i did smile.

[starryeyes]

Having a hotel room with a balcony overlooking Tampa and the river... And French toast for dinner :-D

Starry

[sylvie]

- a lovely weekend with the Guy i love ♥ & talk of my next trip to Him March 1st.. *smiles BIG*
- working on an Orientation program & getting all caught up.
- hearing Dre's infectious laugh this evening watching Funny home videos..
- falling OUT of the shower tonight, landing on my hands & knees, wrapped in a shower curtain and getting a case of the giggles... and hearing a knock on the door with "uhh, Mom? you okay?" LOL.

[RockOn]

A week ago from yesterday (Saturday DEC 10th) I took a 50 lb bag of Purina Dog Chow to our local Humane Shelter. I do that sometimes. I noticed there was a very small two year old female Jack Russell mix hiding in the back of her cage. She was so sad looking. I opened her cage and I know I saw a tear under her eye. I asked an employee about her. He told me Jill's heart is broken and that she misses her family. She has been there over two months. I stayed with her awhile, went back the next day, took milk bones and treats to her. We went outside and walked. She began to warm up to me.I took photos of her and have been trying to find her a home.

I would have brought Jill home but knew my mix bullies would have hurt her - they play so rough. I went 3 days last week to visit on my lunch hour. Bought her a 2 pack of Purina Busy Bones for todays visit.When I arrived, a very nice family had Jill out of her cage - they were petting her. Then they took her outside on a lease. I knew they were going to adopt her.

[RockOn]

I played with Jill, talked to the family. She loved her Busy Bone.

The family started inside to fill out her adoption papers. I scooped Jill up one last time, told her what a good girl she is and that I loved her.

I was smiling as I walked to my truck ... hoping no one saw the tear under my eye.

[Sassy]

Not necessarily today, but a few days back...

As I stood at the dresser poking about in my jewelry box pondering whether peace signs or pink glitter would adorn my ears, I saw in the corner of my eye my 10-year-old arthritic and blind mini doxie wander into my dressing room where I've been stashing all the holiday loot yet to be wrapped. Quietly poking about like a professional sleuth she sniffed out the bag that contains the bulk of her holiday prizes. I didn't say a word just watched with a smile, trying on earrings and pretending not to notice. Sure 'nuff I saw the tail give a short wag and then the ears perk up. She tilted her head this way and that, even looking o'er her doggy shoulder to peer my way with her brown eyes that don't see so well. Then eased in close and tugged at the tail of a squeaky toy, ever so gently. I could almost hear her canine musings: *I wonder if Santa Paws came early, 'cause I know this is meant for me. Maybe Mom won't notice if I just.... * Oh so cute! Of course, it's not yet the time for opening the presents, so I had to give a "tsk, tsk" and shoo her out of the room. But like a kid, she couldn't stand it, whenever my back was turned she went right back in the room and tried to find "her" bag of loot. I ended up hiding everything in the closet behind closed doors. I can't wait for Christmas. I love my li'l hound dog. And she gets so excited over opening presents. Her health has been fragile the past few years and it's reminded me she's no pup. So I'll treasure every tail wag and hound-dog howl that I get this season and if I'm lucky my Christmas present next year will be that she's still here with me to open presents on Christmas morning.

[Diva]

2 blasts from the past!
Small world!

[Princess]

A big tuxedo kitty who wasnt happy until he was in my arms. I love that boy...

[msW8ing]

No honey it is a Fluer de lis not a curtain rod end. Black and gold looks richer than purple and white. We also have Drew Brees. Geaux Saints.

If You say so Daddy..umm who is Drew Breeze???

[Hollylane]

Both my phone and my dream quacked this morning.

[JackMcGrath]

Knowing when to say "when" .. ;)

[Diva]

........having chocolate almond bark for breakfast....with my coffee, of course! :eyebat:

[Novelafemme]

...not really a smile, but rather a strong sense of satisfaction catching someone in their own lie. after being raked over the coals for my own mistakes, it feels somewhat gratifying!

[Tawse]

...finding out the Director is off until the 28th... and I start vacation on the 26th. :D

[TheDreadPirateRoberts]

waking up to msgs ....and feeling ..for once...or twice...that im needed...and im appreciated....not that i need recognition...but to have somebody want my company...it makes me smile

[SnackTime]

Receiving a package of goodies.

The bratboy (kitten) is happy too

[Inked_Trinity]

Red Velvet cake at the Christmas lunch at work :drool:

[TheDreadPirateRoberts]

snuggles on the couch/in my lap...watching you fall asleep...and those 3 words ..of course

[girl_dee]

Everything !!!

[AtLast]

The annual batch of homemade holiday fudge from a neighbor that uses his Mom's recipe!

[Skittlesluver]

My dog who is loyal and always happy to see me every day I wake up :rainbowAfro:

[sylvie]

- getting permission to play online here & fb tonight.. (thank You Sir)..
- posted lil post it notes with positive messages to myself all around here today !
- hearing that the children made it safely to the grandparents today with their father..
- time with Him, i love our time together each day, & soo look forward to it!
- a fabulous early morning workout, healthy meals, & making good choices..
- the starting of a homemade soup !!

[Martina]

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[Diva]

....sushi last night! :)

And hot sake`..........MMMMmmmmmmmmmmmmm...........

[Honey]

My friend is coming from London to visit !!! AND, hy has told me that hy has decided to get hys Doctorate Degree here !!!! Yeah !!!! (That time difference was killing Me!)!!!!

[Cid]

Reading all the posts in 'create your own caption' made me laugh. You people are so funny!