What made you smile today?

[Bèsame*]

Smiling..
One of my neighbors brought over some cookies that her daughter had decorated as monsters. I really think I like my new neighborhood.

[VintageFemme]

A lovely surprise flower delivery. It's been forever since I've gotten flowers and that gesture is just never wasted on me.

And, lighting the string of fairy lights tonight, that I put up on the patio today. Fairy lights just make everything better.

[Bèsame*]

Aced an interview! Hired on the spot. Smiling....dream job with perks!

Stayed tuned...it can only get better :)

[Gemme]

Aced an interview! Hired on the spot. Smiling....dream job with perks!

Stayed tuned...it can only get better :)




Congrats! That's great.

[homoe]

Aced an interview! Hired on the spot. Smiling....dream job with perks!

Stayed tuned...it can only get better :)




WAY TO GO......

The stars must be aliened in your favor!

Being hired on the spot is almost unheard of any more....:hangloose:

[clay]

Aced an interview! Hired on the spot. Smiling....dream job with perks!

Stayed tuned...it can only get better :)




Congratulations, Uni Q! That is awesome.

[Kätzchen]

The thoughtful holiday surprise given to me by someone I see routinely on my work campus.


<<<<~~~ still smiling. :stillheart:

[GeorgiaMa'am]

A coconut macaroon with white chocolate ganache filling and a saffron "enhancement" on top, made for me by a friend.

[Stone-Butch]

A good long chat with the little one and lots of stories to listen to. I tell you, four year olds have a lot of stories to tell LOL.

[Kelt]

Watching a mule deer walk along the edge of the terrace. 🦌

[homoe]

A good long chat with the little one and lots of stories to listen to. I tell you, four year olds have a lot of stories to tell LOL.


Stone, I do believe that little tyke has more of a exciting life than us.....:giggle:

[Stone-Butch]

moe I don't know if she ever sleeps as when I am with her she tires me out big time. I have never seen a child so busy doing nothing LOL. I love her to pieces and every time we skype she tells me she loves me too so what else do we need to make us smile.

[Chad]

The love from strangers makes me smile. I picked up my kitty's ashes and the young man ran to me. Who knew that strangers could give so much love. When the baby died I felt so much love from the vet staff. We the people help each other. :cowboy:

[Stone-Butch]

Chad I am so sorry for your loss. I worked almost 13 years at a vet clinic and I saw the anguish some people went through from the loss of a beloved pet. So much love is given by our babies and we have no problem giving it back. It is a mutual love in. I have lost many myself but please take a moment to remember the wonderful times you had together and the love you shared. We who have pets or have had them in the past realize their true value, not as a commodity or status symbol but as a friend and companion.

[Bèsame*]

Smiling..

I found a continuous streaming Christmas music channel.

[Bèsame*]

Smiling..

This week I'm in the land of many, I mean lots of poinsettias and real pine trees! This year, by far, surpasses last Holiday season🎄

[Bèsame*]

I have had this black cat with huge green eyes visiting the front porch for a while. I think it's a She, and she is skinny as all get up. Sooo, I put some food out. And again. And again. She has become so loving, I'm surprised. She is craving attention. Well, I'm on my second bag of food for her. I think I'm going to name her.

I tend to name my pets around what's going on in my life. So Thanksgiving..umm and she is so sweet..sweet potatoes come to mind. Better yet...marshmallows usually go on top of sweet potatoes. So the new black cat is Marshmallow. Marsha for short.

Jelly bean inside and Marshmallow outside. They have spied each other thru the windows. So far so good..smiling

[Stone-Butch]

The "family" just left and the little one was just hugging and hugging (that child has energy plus LOL) They brought me 2 cases of water (24 bottles each) plus 2 X24 of Ice tea. I am all set. I did not get it when I shopped to day as I bought too much.

[C0LLETTE]

I'm smiling, almost non-stop, as I watch Johnny Depp as Tonto in "The Lone Ranger" film...what silly, wonderful, over-the-top fun.

[kittygrrl]

kitten frolic

[akiza]

Babies's dimples ☺

[Bèsame*]

Getting on the scale at the doctor's office. Yay me!!!

Gone is the covid 9 and more!

I'm proud of myself :)

[Kelt]

Making clouds in the kitchen!

A.k.a. Fun with dry ice from shipping. :jester:

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I'm smiling because my boss decided to make our daily staff meetings only twice a week! (still too often, IMO, but it's an improvement)

[VintageFemme]

Getting my temple bells hung up where I've been envisioning them to be for months, today.

It was a pretty big project and I'm feeling all accomplished and stuff. ツ

[RebelDyke]

We have had a lot of staff out with covid, especially in the front office. So, today I went in and gave the girls some decadent chocolates that they really appreciated.

I told them it was for their mental health break for this Friday. :eatinghersheybar:

[Chad]

The very young lady at the pet store wants to come over for happy hour. :cowboy:

Sounds like a party.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

a cup of red rooibos tea and a Walkers shortbread Dottie Scottie Dog

[Orema]

Seeing the following flashing sign on a bus to prospective riders:

MUST WEAR MASK

[Chad]

It is snowing in central Texas. This is very rare.

:cowboy:

[Bèsame*]

Before Christmas I went to the library to reserve a book I wanted to read. I was number 2.

Today, I stopped at the library to find out the status. Well, my email address was incorrectly entered. You know zeros vs O's.

So today I had 3 choices.
Download the book. ..umm no, I know I would never read, I'd get distracted.
Be number 15 on the wait list.
Or, check out the book club version. Which is 15 copies to share with your book club. Lol, who knew they had this feature?? Lol

I'm getting a bag of books on Monday to read one!

[Kelt]

This afternoon I watched the first of the deer to swim across the short channel in the lagoon to the island, in winter they go over to have their fawns. Just waiting for the new arrivals!

[Kätzchen]

People on a busy intersection holding up signs saying, "Honk if you want T---p removed from office."

Naturally, I laid on the horn and honked liked crazy. *honk honk honk*

[Kätzchen]

So many beautiful sunrises, this winter, but today's sunrise (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/90/8b/3e/908b3efc0a5ca712c0d850df18c21b1e.jpg) was very beautiful. :)

[Chad]

I am having serious allergies with Cedar Fever this year. I called the nurse to ask for a steroid shot and then came a million questions. She asked if I was drinking a lot of water. I said that I drink more than two quarts of tea a day. We both laughed. Smile

:cowboy:

[FireSignFemme]

Just when I was ready to boycott Walmart grocery online forever they redeemed themselves. They apologized profusely, not once - twice! Then refunded all the money I'd spent. Not even charging me for the items that arrived in good shape that I'm still able to use.

[nhplowboi]

What I saw looking out the kitchen window to the pond behind our house where half of the pond has a thin layer of ice and the other half is open. Hard to believe but I saw three mallards, two males and a female! I smiled and dragged Bevi into the kitchen to see, told Bevi's son who lives next door to grab his 5 year old son and look out the window. A winter treat to be sure. It gave us all a smile but also a big :| :|.

[akiza]

Hearing that my mom and aunt are getting better ☺

[nhplowboi]

Pentagon refuses Trump request for military-style farewell ...seems appropriate bone spurs Trump. Your days of pissing away tax payers money is just about done.

[homoe]

Pentagon refuses Trump request for military-style farewell ...seems appropriate bone spurs Trump. Your days of pissing away tax payers money is just about done.


Thrilled to hear this........

[homoe]

Pentagon refuses Trump request for military-style farewell ...seems appropriate bone spurs Trump. Your days of pissing away tax payers money is just about done.

Considering he called military personnel losers and sucker ,who died defending our country, is it any wonder?!

[FireSignFemme]

It was a late start but a pretty fabulous morning. My son and I went out yesterday to do a little bargain hunting but got behind, so went out again today. I found an Avocado box spring and mattress set, less than a year old, in excellent condition it must have been an open box or return. It didn't come with their headboard/frame/foot board but have a used set that will work. It is so comfortable, so sturdy. My son is super happy, he's been at me to get a bed now for years and years, especially after surgery. He kept insisting, I kept resisting. I guess I just don't like to admit that I'm not as tough as I used to be. Anyhow, Monte has given it a test drive, turned up his nose, he doesn't seem to be happy at all about the upgrade.

[Kätzchen]

Rico smooching me up with masked smoochies before he got started on our annual tax statements, this morning. :stillheart:

[Bèsame*]

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ok, you will do more than smile ...enjoy ...little laugh in the morning

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Warm pecan danish and a triple cafecito. :)

[Kätzchen]

A bottle of French champagne, two heart-shaped Valentines cookies, and a big Gingerbread chocolate bar (Valentine goodies from my love, Rico). :stillheart:

[Bèsame*]

My garden makes me smile. Right now I have so many flowers blooming..

Red begonias
Yellow marigolds
Purple pansies
White and pink geraniums
Coral hibiscus
Red gerber daisies
Blue lobelia
Purple delphinium

I recently planted, thai basil, Greek oregano, parsley and sweet basil. I love the fresh herbs right outside my door! I also have mint coming back from the frost.

Soon, gardenias will be blooming. And...I'm going to plant sweet peas.

Oh how I love to sit on my front porch. It's my other happy place :)

[Kätzchen]

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:jester:

[Stone-Butch]

Got a long distance call from my brother and we must have talked for an hour. Nice to hear from him besides messages. I have to call him next time. We talk of old times and family. It is super nice to keep in touch, truly made me smile with a few laughs.

[Orema]

2.25% interst rate on mortgage

[Chad]

Chatting on a phone call with a loved one for almost an hour. We shared our dreams of travel to many places like Ireland, Switzerland, and of course Itally. The conversation was better because we both have been to Italy. We both love to travel. It made my heart so happy

:cowboy:

[kittygrrl]

my kittens..the sea of tails i see when i come home🧡

[Stone-Butch]

I use to live in Mississauga (just outside Toronto) and on the news was the 100th birthday of the ex mayor who retired at the age of 94. Noone would run against her as she could not be outvoted in 36 yrs. Longest running mayor. Hurricane Hazel we called her. This wonderful woman built the city of Mississauga and got an art museum and skating arena for the people. She was loved by most who knew her. I met her twice and was honored to do so. All 4'10'' of her was amazing. I hope this wonderful woman lives at least 10 yrs more for sure and beyond that if it is meant to be. She was born on valentines day and had the biggest heart.

A VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY Madam and may you have many many more.

[MrSunshine]

I noticed that a red crêpe myrtle I planted at the end of last year already has little green buds all over it. I wasn’t sure if that thing was going to make it.
I am going to have a beautiful red crêpe myrtle every time I walk out my door.

[homoe]

I'm still feeling cranky but I must admit seeing the rain melt the snow made me smile!

[MrSunshine]

Everything I planted is beginning to bloom and grow. It’s like a festival when I walk in the yard. :bouquet: lol

[Stone-Butch]

I think I started with a smile that went to a chuckle and then a wild roar of laughter. I met some women in a local chat and some wanted to know more about me so I said "I am only looking for a woman who knows how to make a Lassy Mog." They all looked puzzled , asked what it was and I left without a reply, mean, I dont know. Just I like to tease once in a while. But I am still looking for her LOL.

[kittygrrl]

so many things..the Mar's Rover Landing, kitten smushes, Cheeca(favorite!), happy talk w PhD❤

[Stone-Butch]

I was going through some messages and old Xmas greetings and I saw a snowman drawn like a schematic of how it is built. I found this quite amusing but as then I wonder about the gist. LOL.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Ding, dong, the witch is dead!
Which old witch? The wicked witch!
Ding, dong, the wicked witch is dead!

[homoe]

~~
Not seeing even a remnant of that snow we encountered last week-end!

[BullDog]

My water is working again! I've been without it since Monday. We didn't have it as bad in NM as Texas but it got below zero on Sunday night.

Bonus: my pipes didn't bust!

It's in the 60's now.

[Reach *BANNED*]

Memories

Even though it can be hard when they come to mind.

[Kätzchen]

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Cvas7MLYRsk

[Bèsame*]

https://imagesvc.meredithcorp.io/v3/mm/image?q=85&c=sc&poi=face&w=1800&h=1200&url=https%3A%2F%2Fstatic.onecms.io%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F28%2F2021%2F02%2F19%2F february-snow-moon-MOON0221.jpg

When is the Snow Moon?
In 2021, the Snow Moon will occur on the evening of Feb. 26 through the morning of Feb. 27. It will reach peak illumination at 3:17 a.m. EST on the 27th. The moon will rise around sunset, reach the highest point in the sky around midnight (roughly 65 degrees above the horizon, depending on your latitude), and set around dawn.

[Chad]

I would like to give a shout out to a dear friend that is not on this site. My friend is a young lesbian lady and is my guardian angel. She helps me with tech stuff and carries my back pack after I have surgery. She makes sure that I am safe and okay all the time, she is a force. She will overtake me when I say silly things like I am okay. She is a beautiful heart.

Thank goodness for our young family.

:cowboy:

[clay]

My wife fills my heart with joy & my face with smiles!

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Finding my Winnie the Pooh blanket. It's been lost for several months.

[Gemme]

Finding my Winnie the Pooh blanket. It's been lost for several months.

I have a classic stuffed Winnie the Poo that I found at a secondhand store in WA. Love him!

[Orema]

Watching the local weather report and hearing one of the reporters quote a Temptations song: I’ve got sunshine, on a cloudy day ... when it’s cold outside, I’ve got the month of May.

It’s nice to be home.

[Reach *BANNED*]

Good memories.

[homoe]

Watching the local weather report and hearing one of the reporters quote a Temptations song: I’ve got sunshine, on a cloudy day ... when it’s cold outside, I’ve got the month of May.

It’s nice to be home.

Just wait until the dog days of August! I bet the weather reporter will be singing this little tune....

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For thread compliance, thinking about bears and weather made me smile today!

[C0LLETTE]

I finally found the "unsubscribe" button .

[kittygrrl]

playing peek a boo w a kitten through the garden trellis

[Bèsame*]

Smiling...I was able to help a couple of Girl Scouts with a scavenger hunt. It was fun and endearing to see them giggle and smile.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Someone bringing me broccoli cornbread and coffee for breakfast in bed.

[JustLovelyJenn]

My Daddy bought me a surprise today... but I have to wait a week and a half... Thats a lot of bouncing... and smiling.

[Kätzchen]

This little 3-y.o. boy reminds me of my sons when they were this age.
So precious. :)

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[JustLovelyJenn]

My tax return!

[Reach *BANNED*]

Laughing with My sister over a memory of our Mom about how goofy and funny she could be- especially right out of the blue. She was the best.

[JustLovelyJenn]

Cleaning out my food cabinets and getting rid of every item that I shouldn't be eating.

[MrSunshine]

All the blooms! It’s only gonna get better…

[homoe]

~~
A phone call from someone special in Chicago..:blush:

[Orema]

A couple things...

Got on the scale for the first time since leaving the west coast and found that I loss 1.5 lbs! Don’t even know how I did that considering I haven’t had home cooked meals and haven’t exercised since mid Feb. I was worried I may have gained 5 or more lbs.

Also smiled because Jake came to finish the floors this morning and brought his 4-year-old daughter along to help him. She’s smart and sweet and told me all about good green monsters (but I need to avoid the red monsters).

[Gemme]

I saw family at the grocery store today! It's rare in my parts to do so. Not only that, but she was an adorably lanky, geeky very tall floppy-haired super cute young butch. Girrrl, if I was 20 years younger....

Anyway, she asked a grocery stocker where something was and the lady didn't know (this particular lady doesn't really talk to people much...I tried once and it was like trying to pull silk from a brick...not happening) but I did so I piped up and told her where to go. She said thanks and started to walk in the direction I pointed her but turned back and asked about something else so I told her where that was too and she was gone again.

As I went down an aisle and up another, I saw the item she was looking for and it was the only one on the rack so I grabbed it in case I saw her again and eventually I did. This time she was being led around by a clueless middle management guy so I held the package up so she could see it. She cracked me up, she was so appreciative. Hey, when you have a craving, you have a craving! It's a shame that I don't actually work at that store because I'm pretty sure I would have gotten a raise.

:blink:

[kittygrrl]

someone quite nice reminded me i still have coffee ice cream..lunch? ..:|

[clay]

One of my friend's here in the apartments, brought me a full on St Patty's Day meal AND Irish Soda Muffins, that her sisters made. They are always spoiling me!

This evening, they sent me a small brownie with fudge icing and walnuts, made from scratch!!

AND my nightly tuck in call with my babygirl and wife!!

[Reach *BANNED*]

Gifts at My front door and finally getting internet installed.

[Chad]

New plants. I went to a garden store that was outside with outside cashiers. I lost everything during the Texas ice storm including my beloved giant Aloe Vera. I knew that I would splurg and it was so much fun. I am happy to see spring.

:cowboy:

[Bèsame*]

https://capestylemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Spring-Hello-1068x803.jpg

[Zimmeh]

Getting hired at a new job that offers great benefits and a helluva pay raise for me. No more working two jobs and 14 hours a day to make ends meet. My oldest by nephew arriving back in his port from Iran after serving 11 months at sea with the US Navy!

Zimmeh

[Gemme]

I got that darn vanity put together and it's freakin' adorable.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Someone asked me for help today, and I actually had the information they needed, and I was able to help them.

[Gemme]

I think I met my new employee today!

*crosses fingers*

[espressolover83]

It's Tuesday afternoon here and I am just returning to work tonight (I work nights) from a long weekend. Love that I only have a 4-day work week this week. Yay me. :)

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I think I met my new employee today!

*crosses fingers*

That would be great! You need some help!

[Reach *BANNED*]

Knowing when someone says - I got your back - they really do. Always smile worthy.

[Bèsame*]

Walking almost 2 miles in the sunshine to the post office. Smiling, because it was a sale on Etsy.

And then I posted my latest projects..check it out
https://www.etsy.com/listing/988133947/cherry-time-rag-quilt-style-throw

[Reach *BANNED*]

Thinking about last night when I went out to dinner with my sister - it has been quite awhile since we both have been able to smile and laugh. It felt good to make some progress on the grieving.

[nhplowboi]

Seeing BOTH roosters and the four hens hunkering down under the Forsythia bush which is starting to yellow, noticing the lawn around the house is starting to vaguely look green, the Willow tree is also greening and hearing the wind coming off the mountain behind the house.

[Kätzchen]

Seeing BOTH roosters and the four hens hunkering down under the Forsythia bush which is starting to yellow, noticing the lawn around the house is starting to vaguely look green, the Willow tree is also greening and hearing the wind coming off the mountain behind the house.

That sounds so idyllic. My future Mother-in-law LOVES roosters and hens. I made some original artwork, mixed media, on a chunk of pine wood, so she can have it on her deck at home. A cute femme hen, with the type of glasses my mil wears. I liked your description of the wind coming off the mountain behind your house, too. Years ago, I heard the wind coming off the mountain at my dad's sister's house. Good memories.

Thanks for sharing, nhplowboi. :tea:

[Stone-Butch]

Talking to the little one always makes me smile. When a child smiles and says I miss you and love you, you can be assured she really does. I have a picture she drew of the two of us waiting for me to pick up. (tomorrow or Wed.) I got a sample of her singing Oh Canada! She will be five in July and I have a good surprise coming her way.

[Gemme]

....noticing the lawn around the house is starting to vaguely look green....

The front lawn at work looks like a patchwork quilt with yellow and green patches ... green, yellow, green, yellow, green, yellow ... the whole length of the lawn. Now, to get rid of those pesky voles.

[Reach *BANNED*]

Hearing my sister ask: Want to go shopping?

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Getting a wheelchair and a push from several consecutive security officers at the Covid vaccine site today. They were all so nice and funny! One of them told me he was going to be my "cadillac".

[Bèsame*]

Smiling..
I just got off the phone with my Mom.

https://thumbs.dreamstime.com/b/call-mom-phone-means-talk-to-mother-meaning-43689399.jpg

[FireSignFemme]

My youngest grandson blowing me kisses in between bites when I shared some of my gelate with him. I'm glad given a choice he chose to eat just as many bites of the healthy stuff on his plate. That made me smile today too.

[Gemme]

I got to see both of my former employees today and it was nice to catch up.

[kittygrrl]

what made me?...just about everything🎈 :byebye:

[Gemme]

Loki is a jerk to Gracie when she's in the small cat tree, which looks out a nice big window. She'll be nice and comfy and then he'll come along and jump up and sit on her or push her over until she jumps down. Total asshat! Today, I saw her return the favor and she knocked him off the tree. Ha! Go girl!

Loki's 20 lbs and is about 3 feet long so he's a big guy and Gracie's only 7.5 lbs and maybe half as long as him. She's the tiniest full grown kitty I've ever had. He uses his size to intimidate and bully her sometimes and I always get a kick out of it when she stands up for herself and gives it back to him. He always has a WTF? face afterwards that is priceless.

[Bèsame*]

My dentist. He helped me thru this gag reflex moment as I was getting impressions.

So sweet. He totally talked me thru it.

[Stone-Butch]

As usual chatting with the family via Skype. Four of us on line and on camera to chat, very nice. (father is working out of town all week).

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Sharing sakura (cherry blossom) Kit Kats from Japan.

https://i.imgur.com/YUFn6VNm.jpg

[Orema]

A card from homoe.

Love your humor, homie!

This one is definitely going on the card board once I get it up!

[homoe]

A card from homoe.

Love your humor, homie!

This one is definitely going on the card board once I get it up!


.....:giggle:.... I do believe I know what card you are referring too!

It made me laugh out loud!

[Kätzchen]

It was yesterday, but I am still smiling: The huge show of appreciation that was given to me yesterday at work. A beautiful card signed by 15 people on my work campus and the lovely vegan chocolate truffles made by Missionary Chocolatiers and other things included inside the card. Omg, I was so surprised. I feel so loved and appreciated by the people who surprised me with their generous show of appreciation. :stillheart: :hk28:

[JustLovelyJenn]

A friend making me feel needed and important.

[Reach *BANNED*]

My sis came over and we hung out and then we did some shopping. It is the craziest thing - but when she visits I always feel better - and I have had a couple of emotional days in a row - so it really helped to see her today and do something outside of the house.

[Reach *BANNED*]

I finally went and had my eye exam and ordered the NIKE frames I have been wanting for as long as I can remember - the bonus was the eye exam came out great - eyes are as healthy as ever. Two weeks and I have some new specs !!!!

[easygoingfemme]

A bittersweet phone call with my 9 year old nephew.

He had texted me asking for stories about his Dad because he was really missing him. So I called him and told him a slew of silly stories about his Daddy. It was good to laugh together over memories and hearing him learn about what kind of relationship my brother and I had as kids.

Then, Nephew was talking about some school bullies and the subject of him being called Gay came up and he told me that he knows I'm gay and he loves me and supports me and would never judge me for being gay. He was so sincere and sweet. I told him I knew he would be that way because he's just like his daddy and his daddy was the first person I ever told that I was gay and he was just as kind and supportive when I told him.

I get to have lunch with both Nephews today and I'm super looking forward to that.

[Bèsame*]

I love it when I sell a homemade quilt. I knew it would sell quick, it was the one with cherries and a gingham print. I still have another one almost like it, listed for sale.

Smiling .....receiving a card from my Mom. Warms my heart to see her handwriting. 💝

[Gemme]

I had a GREAT day today! It's my last weekday off for the foreseeable future so I took advantage of it. I got over 8 hours of sleep, took my time washing my hair and getting ready, making breakfast and taking care of the babies. I adulted and paid bills, then went to my hair appointment and had a great time at the salon.

It's new to me but I think I'm going to keep going there. The staff is funny and nice, the other customers chatted me up and I even ran into a customer from work. One of the stylists is a major multi-tasker and had 3 customers at the same time! That was interesting to watch but she staggered them so there wasn't any wasted time. Clever.

I did some shopping and picked something up for the babies and was home in time for a decent dinner. I found the happy in everything I experienced today. That doesn't happen often so I thoroughly enjoyed my day.

[clay]

Moving with my wife this weekend. NO! MORE! "weekends only".

I generally always find something to smile about, anyway!

[Bèsame*]

Smiling...
Received two more cards and a package of homemade cookies! And as I was smiling over the cookies there was a knock at the door. A beautiful bouquet of sunflowers came for me.

A job offer, homemade cookies and flowers...what a great way to start the birthday weekend.

Oh...a friend will be coming to visit in Sept. Yay! Good times!!

Huge smiling going on

[Reach *BANNED*]

Knowing that My sister and I are going shopping today. Also, I just got a text telling Me .. that My NIKE specs are done!!! Yes, they had to redo them.. I picked them up on the 15th of this month - and the lenses were not right. So, they had to be redone - hopefully this time they got it on point.

[Stone-Butch]

Seeing the little one always makes me smile.

[randrum]

My sister sent me a surprise in the mail.

After a trip we took last year (pre-COVID) I had sent her a bracelet that supports whales after seeing them in the wild. This year, she sent me a bracelet supporting sea turtles after seeing the nests at the beach we were at. And you can even track the turtle the bracelet sponsors!

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Thinking of the kind, crafty person who made a huge assortment of earrings and left them in the cancer resources room at my hospital. Anybody who wants some can take a pair. (People leave other kinds of things too, like books and hats, mostly.) I took a cute pair of earrings, red glass beads with white dots on them - they remind me of Minnie Mouse.

[Reach *BANNED*]

That I think I am back in the flirt zone for the first time in a long time - and it feels pretty darn good.

[Stone-Butch]

Good on you Reach. I would love to flirt if I had a flirtee lol (no such word). We can't mix and match here in Ontario. If I find a flirt on computer I will go for itt but so far I am still talking to me. Anyway, good on you, go for it and enjoy. Nothing makes your day like a good flirt.

[Gemme]

Good on you Reach. I would love to flirt if I had a flirtee lol (no such word). We can't mix and match here in Ontario. If I find a flirt on computer I will go for itt but so far I am still talking to me. Anyway, good on you, go for it and enjoy. Nothing makes your day like a good flirt.

Mix and match? Also, I don't see why flirtee can't be a real word. After all, we have the platypus. That means ANYTHING is possible!

[Stone-Butch]

flirt, femme fetal, seductress on and on but a butch can't really flirt they can just hope and wait for a flirtee to come along LOL.

[Reach *BANNED*]

Good on you Reach. I would love to flirt if I had a flirtee lol (no such word). We can't mix and match here in Ontario. If I find a flirt on computer I will go for itt but so far I am still talking to me. Anyway, good on you, go for it and enjoy. Nothing makes your day like a good flirt.


Well, we had our first phone call last night - and as the saying goes - better to know now than to find out later. It turned out we were not clicking like we had been in the one on one chat box on the dating website. I am just going to be a gentleman and leave it there. Thank you all for the encouragement though.

[Gemme]

flirt, femme fetal, seductress on and on but a butch can't really flirt they can just hope and wait for a flirtee to come along LOL.

Well, that's just silly. I've met plenty of flirty butches. It just takes practice and some initiative.

Today was a great second half of the day. Work ended on a positive note, I have tomorrow off, I now have a/c and I had a ball with a friend AND I got :sushi:.

Happiness abounds!

[Stone-Butch]

Oh Gemme I know how to flirt just fine but when there are no flirtees around what is the point? I will wait till Feb. and send out cards, "will you be my flirtee"? LOL. I can't decipher what you got in that pic but its good as long it isn't the virus in a can.

[Gemme]

Oh Gemme I know how to flirt just fine but when there are no flirtees around what is the point? I will wait till Feb. and send out cards, "will you be my flirtee"? LOL. I can't decipher what you got in that pic but its good as long it isn't the virus in a can.

Well, now. That's not the right attitude! I flirt with everyone. I can't help it; it's like a tick that kicks in automatically. Makes life more interesting, especially when I come across someone that will give it right back and knows it's all in good clean fun. Maybe it's all my years in customer service since you can catch more flies with honey than vinegar and most people respond positively to a little bit of light teasing. I dunno. My mom used to tell me tales of when she would take me shopping with her and I'd crawl onto the conveyer belt and start singing to the cashier. Tales. As in, apparently it happened a LOT. *shrug*

I was helping an older couple in their 80s a while back and I said something and then winked at the gentleman (like 'wink, wink, nudge, nudge' kind of thing) and he said I shouldn't do that because he'll leave his wife and take me to Tahiti. She was standing right there! lol She then says that he's an old fart and wouldn't know what to do with such a young thing as me and I'd be better off going to Bora Bora with HER. It was a scream. When they see me now, they still fuss over me and who is going to get to take me on vacation. They are some of my favorite customers. I love the saucy types!

Today is going to be one giant smile for me because I have it OFF!!!! I don't have to put make up on. Shoot, I don't even have to get dressed. I fully expect to be in my pajamas all day! I do have to do some chores but I'm not on a time clock so it's a slow pace for me today, which is also smile inducing. I get to have the rest of my sushi (that picture you couldn't see, Stone) and I even weighed in a pound less than yesterday. All good things!

[Blade]

Looking out the kitchen window and seeing that the squirrels are back.

[Reach *BANNED*]

Remembering the bantering that I did with someone last night - or was it flirting? Hell, I do not even know anymore. I am just going to say the conversation that went back and forth made Me smile. I do not have to give the convo a damn label. (laughing).

[Stone-Butch]

Good on you Reach. That gives enjoyable life to life.

Ok Gemme, where is the pic? HUH? I need to see it and what is in that can or whatever it is?

[Gemme]

Good on you Reach. That gives enjoyable life to life.

Ok Gemme, where is the pic? HUH? I need to see it and what is in that can or whatever it is?

This picture? :sushi:

It's a piece of sushi.

[Stone-Butch]

LMAO sushi? I thought it was some mysterious entity, too funny,. ty for sharing now I will be able to sleep without wondering and surmising.

[Reach *BANNED*]

LMAO sushi? I thought it was some mysterious entity, too funny,. ty for sharing now I will be able to sleep without wondering and surmising.


Well what originally made Me smile this morning was waking up to a thunderstorm and the rain coming down so hard that it felt like I was sleeping near a waterfall.

However, after reading your post SB - I will now have to add these words to My smiling list: "some mysterious entity" in regards to sushi. (laughing).

[Kätzchen]

Reading that the Democratic nominee for Virginia will be Terry MacAuliffe. I love how he cut right to the heart of matter concerning why he is running for Governor. Not because of T---p, but because he is going to work for The People.

Right on.

Made me so happy to see someone setting the record straight.

:cheer:

Link: https://www.cnn.com/2021/06/08/politics/virginia-democratic-gubernatorial-primary-terry-mcauliffe/index.html

[homoe]

~~~
I got a letter from my sister today but it wasn't that that made me smile!

It was the picture of the little 6 year old "homoe" she enclosed! Except for using product and blowing my bangs back, I still have the same hairdo as then....:giggle:

[Stone-Butch]

omg I am smiling ear to ear moe with your same now as 6 yr old haircut. I bet you were a cutie LOL. I dont have one that young but I remember my dad would not let mom cut my hair so he went away to work for weeks at a time and I coned my mom out of $5. to go to the corner hairdresser for the first time. Now she said remember just a trim. LMAO I got in the shop and said only two words, Mia Farrow. I was soooooooooo happy to get all that long hair off.

[Orema]

My niece complaining to me about the Millennials—she's Generation X—and how disrespectful her nieces and nephews (my grand nieces and nephews) are to her. She and most of her sisters and brothers would never speak out of line to their family elders and it annoys her that her sisters and brothers haven't instilled the same values (for good or bad) to their children.

My smile is for her dilemma, for being lucky enough to see her growing older, and for being reminded of how kind and giving my nieces and nephews are.

Lucky me.

[Orema]

Being able to post again!

:bow:

[Blade]

Small amount of sunshine in the mountains of NC this afternoon.

Likely my last camping trip with Skippy. He's 16 and he is now on more meds than me. Me 1 Skip 6. I had hoped to take some walks with him and just enjoy my time with him. He makes me smile

Saw a picture of my 2 great nieces today on FB
First day of school this year 1st grade and 4th grade. They cuties.

It doesn't take a lot to make me smile

[Orema]

Seeing about 8 ducks yesterday walking through the neighborhood like they own the joint.

They were in two difference groups and didn’t freak out when I went outside to check them out. They were checking me out, too.

They went on their way and so did I.

[Gayandgray]

Our 16 year old blind, deaf dog with doggie dementia.

[Stone-Butch]

I had a dog that was 15, a corgi crossed with a long haired dash. She went blind and to watch her get around furniture was precious. They never complain about anything and love you unconditionally. Bless your little one and yes, mine made me smile just now when you mentioned yours, I remembered her.

[Kätzchen]

Enjoying the last few days of our vacation, as we head into the last quarter of the year. It's been so lovely. :stillheart:

[FireSignFemme]

Waking from a good dream, the details of which didn't vanish almost immediately after opening my eyes, and have come back to me in bits and pieces here and there throughout the day.

[Kenna]

Randomly reading my really old posts by going through several pages of my "find all posts" link in my profile...finding some awesome, feel good memories. I started on a page that had posts from 2012.
It amazes me how much my life has changed since then.

[FireSignFemme]

Ah, finally giving into vice and just saying it.

[Gemme]

The number on the scale did. It's finally starting to move in the correct direction and I hope it continues. I just need to keep remembering that knowledge is power and action is change.

[Bèsame*]

I always smile and get excited when my all time fav, Rod Stewart puts out new music!!

I love this!!!
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[BullDog]

Getting my 1,000th positive feedback on eBay (100% positive)!

[Canela]

An old friend wishing me a happy birthday on his birthday. Lol…

[Stone-Butch]

Congrats to you, I am sure you are totally smilin like a Cheshire cat eh! Good stuff. 1,000 is pretty cool with 100%

[Stone-Butch]

I received a long distance call from my brother and it was nice to see his trip went well and he is doing fine. He went to check on his home in Newfoundland and make sure all is well with his tenant. I will be glad when he gets back but then again, I wish I was there with him but I have only had one shot and they won't let you in. Oh well, next time.

[Mel C.]

Hearing that I’m going to get a job offer today.

[BullDog]

One of the postcards that I sold today on eBay was taken in Arizona of a young Native American boy looking into a well. The man who bought it left a note and said that was him when he was 10 years old and he is 68 now and very happy to have the postcard. I am so happy the postcard is going home where it belongs. Hearing this really made my day.

[Stone-Butch]

The kids came to visit and the little one had on her Halloween witches costume
and looked so cute. I had surprises for her of course. It is so nice to see them as it took them 4 hours to get here from their new home with lots of traffic. I do worry about them driving so far in traffic as so many people start drinking and driving once the word Xmas is in the air. Anyway it really makes me smile when I see them all and get lots of hugs from them especially the little one. A five year old can sure make your heart sing and your face put on a huge smile.

[Kätzchen]

A very gratifying day at work. Lots of positive feedback from clients. And hardly any traffic driving home tonight. And our 3 day get-away next week. Lots to smile about today. :balloon:

[FireSignFemme]

Just standing in the doorway looking at my rearranged and mostly put back together bedroom.

[Orema]

Someone put a fully bloomed plant on my door stoop without a card. Maybe the HOA board gave it to me.

I left it on the door stoop overnight and will move it to my deck if it’s still there when I go out in a little while.

:bow:

[Stone-Butch]

Thinking of yesterday and my Dr. visit after my tests and my problems existing have not gotten worse and all my regular functions are a go. I am so blessed to have a somewhat clean slate in health plus my booster shot is almost one month and it is good to eat out for a change.

[Kätzchen]

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[Gemme]

I made myself smile today. I finally dragged myself to the gym and got a decent workout in. The endorphins are pumping and I made myself a reasonably healthy after workout breakfast. I feel productive and accomplished and the day is only half over!

[Bèsame*]

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[akiza]

One of my niece steps in talking or was cute and fun to hear ah kids

[Reach *BANNED*]

It was more a smile with laughter as I watched my cats run after the lights as I was putting them on the tree. Mind you - that smile and laughter did not last long when I was trying to shoo them away so that I did not trip over them and end up in a full on hug with the tree. :|

[BullDog]

I got a shirt in the mail today that I did not order. I asked my Mom if she sent it to me. She said yes, Merry Christmas. It's a red and black buffalo plaid shirt from LL Bean. So my mom sent me a dyke shirt, lol. I like it.

[Gemme]

I just spent an hour and a half on the phone with a new friend!

Happy dance!

:danceparty:

[Stone-Butch]

Had my final phone call from my brother who will be heading here soon. We are going to dinner and stage performance this evening. (got the tickets). I also did him a stocking of lots of things he likes. Probably hasn't had one since he was a boy. I can't wait to see his face after the show. Smiling ear to ear all day.

[Kenna]

My surgery date being set. Helps me feel like I can get this over with soon. Before New Year's at least.

[homoe]

~~
Yesterday, finally seeing Chicago Magazine in my mailbox...

[VintageFemme]

Taking a long neighborhood walk today and seeing my street in full on Autumn. The sidewalks and lawns are carpeted with leaves so thick and the crunch sound walking through them. The trees have finally changed and there are those that are now yellow, orange, rust, and red. Autumn is slow to come to north Texas and she doesn't last very long. If you blink you miss it but if you don't blink, you get to see so much. It's just beautiful right now.

[Stone-Butch]

I just got an email from amazon that my delivery for the last of the Xmas for the little one will come tomorrow. I know she will love what she is getting as it is what she asked santa for.

[Stone-Butch]

The book I ordered on my favorite singer was delivered today (she's Canadian). Time to read and read LOL.

[Reach *BANNED*]

My smile continues from yesterday's interview where I was hired for a job that I REALLY wanted - to which I will start at next Monday. I have a feeling 2022 is going to be a really good year and I am going to my best to make it so.

[Gayandgray]

Our Great-Grandson who is 7 months old and absolutely adorable :baby::baby:

[FireSignFemme]

Wanting something warm and not up for cooking, wondering what to eat, opening up the refrigerator and remembering J sent home leftovers last night– yes!!!

[VintageFemme]

Package deliveries . . . plural! Christmas gifts from both of my sisters {UPS and USPS} the bag I bought yesterday {Fedex} and some hard to find Urban Decay Lipstick {USPS}. I'd say, "It's like Christmas!" but it is! So much fun keeping all the delivery drivers busy in my neighborhood!

[JDeere]

Seeing my new great niece in person, cant hold her yet because her parents are being very paranoid, imo, about certaing things.

Um if everyone is vaccinated there shouldnt be a problem?

Rolls eyes

[Blade]

Seeing 90 yr old Mrs M this afternoon as I came home from work. She had her trusty wagon, pulling it along. Full of groceries. I could only hope to live to be her age and healthy and resilient and still so independent.

[Bèsame*]

actually yesterday..

My heart was filled with so much joy after I volunteered to wrap presents for the Cops n Kid's toy drive. I bet I wrapped 30 presents. Barbies, footballs, skate boards, clothes, those pop it things. I was just imagining the kids faces when they unwrapped the gifts. My heart was overjoyed.

And then...I shared a wrapping table with a woman who came from my hometown area. Boy did we chat it up. I believe we are going to be really good friends! A friend to hang out with. I'm smiling twice as much now!

[Kenna]

Reading my rep messages about my surgery. Thank you.

[Orema]

Kalamazoo Hockey Team Paints Ice Rainbow

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dGrlbvhP5I

Home ice for the Kalamazoo Wings was dyed a different color on Friday.

The K-Wings said the game against the Toledo Walleye is the first professional hockey game on rainbow ice.

“In partnership with the NHL for Hockey is for Everyone,” Toni Will, K-Wings general manager, said.

Will said the initiative and the rainbow-colored ice opened the doors for fans and players to open their minds.

“Hockey truly is for everyone, it doesn’t matter your race, your religion, your sexual orientation,” said Will.

Fans said its a creative way to show inclusivity and diversity being celebrated in the sport.

“It means we’re kind of progressing, being able to show equality in ice and representing that-- is really cool,” said Madison Hayes.

“Hockey really is for everyone, I play with a lot of people that come from a lot of different backgrounds, it’s a great sport and its very accepting,” said Jeff Masternak.

The rainbow ice game was the first of five times the ice will be colored at Wings Event Center during the K-Wings season. The next one is set for Feb. 11 when the ice will be dyed pink.

The K-Wings are famous for the team's colored ice games, and always draw big crowds. The team is encouraging fans to mask up with coronavirus infections spreading rapidly in Michigan.

“I feel like it’s really not that big of a deal to have something over your face, so other people can enjoy things and live life the normal way,” said Hayes.

“We’re aware of everything that’s happening, we trust that the messaging we’re putting out there, of telling people, come wear your mask-- it’s going to be safe, they’re coming at their own risk,” said Will.

https://wwmt.com/news/local/k-wings-play-home-game-with-rainbow-colored-ice-hockey-truly-is-for-everyone

[VintageFemme]

My best friend's father celebrating his 100th birthday, such an amazing life.

[Gemme]

I fit into a pair of Vera Wang size 8 pants today. Granted, there was more spandex in them than Botox in Los Angeles and I looked like sausage in a casing but, dammit, I fit into them. They were pulled ALLLL the way up, buttoned and zipped and everything. I could breathe just fine and the seams weren't even stretched out!

Those of you who have never struggled with weight or body issues may not recognize the significance of this, but it's a big deal for me.

:poc-shocked: <---this was my face at first

:nixon: <--- then this face

:hk13: <--- then this face

Some days, it's the little things....

[FireSignFemme]

I fit into a pair of Vera Wang size 8 pants today. Granted, there was more spandex in them than Botox in Los Angeles and I looked like sausage in a casing but, dammit, I fit into them. They were pulled ALLLL the way up, buttoned and zipped and everything. I could breathe just fine and the seams weren't even stretched out!

Those of you who have never struggled with weight or body issues may not recognize the significance of this, but it's a big deal for me.

:poc-shocked: <---this was my face at first

:nixon: <--- then this face

:hk13: <--- then this face

Some days, it's the little things....

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[Bèsame*]

I fit into a pair of Vera Wang size 8 pants today. Granted, there was more spandex in them than Botox in Los Angeles and I looked like sausage in a casing but, dammit, I fit into them. They were pulled ALLLL the way up, buttoned and zipped and everything. I could breathe just fine and the seams weren't even stretched out!

Those of you who have never struggled with weight or body issues may not recognize the significance of this, but it's a big deal for me.

:poc-shocked: <---this was my face at first

:nixon: <--- then this face

:hk13: <--- then this face

Some days, it's the little things....

I so get that smile. It's the face you make in the dressing room mirror! It's the selfie you take!

Congrats! Definitely a smile you earn. I'm proud of you!

I had a size jump at Christmas myself. I love my new jeans.

[Gemme]

I so get that smile. It's the face you make in the dressing room mirror! It's the selfie you take!

Congrats! Definitely a smile you earn. I'm proud of you!

I had a size jump at Christmas myself. I love my new jeans.

I'm proud of me too! I didn't buy them, not because I didn't like them, but because they were a metallic wine color and I have nothing to wear them with but the point is, I got them up!

I'm having more of those moments, which always seem to catch me by surprise and definitely make me smile.

Congrats on your size jump!!! It's a wonderful feeling to go, oh, I guess I need new pants because THESE aren't working anymore. Not for the pocketbook, but a good feeling for the soul.

[FireSignFemme]

Watching videos and looking at pictures with my son of my grandson's birthday party. He's so adorable and I'd love to share pictures of him, show him off, but of course I can't because of all the perves and peepers and freaksters out there. So you'll just have to trust me on this he's gorgeous!!!

[Stone-Butch]

The kids are on their way here. Should be about an hour and a half. I haven't seen them since last year. The little one will get a second Xmas when she gets her stocking and gifts lol. Kids don't care for time or dates but they love unwrapping gifts. I can't wait for them to get here. Smile, smile, smile.

[Kätzchen]

The love and care of my sweet darling Rico and the awesome care I receive from my health care team. :stillheart:

[Kätzchen]

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[Stone-Butch]

I was up before the crack of dawn and out shopping by 7a.m. Happy and smiling cause my food is put away and the huge snowstorm we are suppose to get with freezing rain can come on in, this butch is ready.

[Kätzchen]

Knowing that this is my last year as a single tax payer. Next year Rico and I will do our taxes together, as Married Filing Jointly. :cheer:

[Bèsame*]

seeing baby birds in a nest being feed by Mama bird. It's at work, so, I'll see and hear the often😊🎶🐣


Oh yeah...turning in paperwork and such for my taxes this year! Oh hello Florida, lol.

[FireSignFemme]

Finishing up with inventory and realizing I have met my first goal. I might not have exactly what I want but I have what I truly need and the peace of mind that comes along with having it. It was such a sense of satisfaction, stepping back taking a look at my work and seeing how much I've accomplished. It put a huge smile on my face.

[BullDog]

Someone - who used to be a little girl but who is practically all grown up now - called me "ules jay" today. It made me smile big to think she remembers our old pig latin days.

[Reach *BANNED*]

Finding a note here from a friend saying they were thinking of Me. Pretty cool given I have not stopped in for awhile.

[FireSignFemme]

Too late for this year but maybe next

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[Stone-Butch]

Big smile here. That is my kind of humor, harmless and funny. Especially love the rock thing, that is too clever.

[Stone-Butch]

Checked my mailbox and got my 3 movies I ordered.


Joker

Carol

Promising Young Woman




Smile *SSS

[FireSignFemme]

I got good things in the mail today too, both sets of pillowcases I ordered, each in great shape. One set is vintage, brand new still in its original packaging and all that I hoped it would be. The other was made by a work from home/stay at home mom and she did a really good job.

[Kätzchen]

A Stephen Hawking strand of thought, which I came across today:

There is a fundamental difference between religion -which is based on authority, and science -which is based on observation and reason. Science will win because it works. ~ Stephen Hawking.

[BullDog]

I was told today I was the most patient customer he had talked to all day. Ok, probably says that to everyone, but still, I should have taken a screenshot. When does anyone ever call me patient, lol.

It's amazing how many times Infinity can screw up my new service before my internet is even activated. It's been a huge nightmare but everyone I talk to is nice and tries to help. They sent my equipment to the wrong address, scheduled a technician even though I'm doing self-install, canceled my service and had to set up my account again, and the self-installation app was not working at all. Other than that it's been great. Fingers crossed it works. I need the internet for all my work.

[Stone-Butch]

I slept in the night omg, wonderful. I know its going to be a good day cause I woke up. LOL. Not much sleep but better than a kick in the butt with a frozen mukluk.

[Converse]

That I finally remembered my log-in details

[JDeere]

Having two job interviews, tomorrow!

Hopefully I can get a job going then get into an apartment or house soon!

[Reach *BANNED*]

Best of luck to you on this JD - the tide seems to be turning in some areas of the U.S. - and it is starting to turn in the job seeker's favor - so I hope you nail the one down that is right for you!






Having two job interviews, tomorrow!

Hopefully I can get a job going then get into an apartment or house soon!

[JDeere]

Best of luck to you on this JD - the tide seems to be turning in some areas of the U.S. - and it is starting to turn in the job seeker's favor - so I hope you nail the one down that is right for you!

Thank you Reach, much appreciated!

One is at an recycling facility for oil filled, electrical component transformer company another is collections/data entry...Both pay decent for me to move up to Oklahoma and get a rental house.

[BullDog]

I finally have electricity and internet at my new place! It took far too much effort and raising hell than it should have.

It took them 4 days and me raising absolute hell to finally get my electricity turned on. I have always gotten it same day or the next day in the past. Fortunately, I did get a very helpful rep on the phone who made sure it got done.

As for internet, good lord the comedy of errors from Comcast Xfinity was absolutely unreal. I have never experienced so much incompetence and errors in my life. After the second time that a tech was supposed to come out to establish the outside connection did not show, I gave up. I am canceling. I called the local service called Yucca and I literally had internet service within 15 minutes. I just called them on the phone, got my plan set up, went and picked up the router at the local office which is just a few blocks from my house, came home and plugged in my router and I had service. It just absolutely amazing the contrast between the two companies. I will be paying quite a bit more per month which is a drag but at least with them right down the street I should be able to get issues resolved quickly if they arise. That's important to me since I earn all my money online.

I still have more stuff to move and clean the old house so this weekend will be busy. But I have everything I need in place at my new house and I am very happy about it.

[Gemme]

...
As for internet, good lord the comedy of errors from Comcast Xfinity was absolutely unreal. I have never experienced so much incompetence and errors in my life. After the second time that a tech was supposed to come out to establish the outside connection did not show, I gave up. I am canceling. I called the local service called Yucca and I literally had internet service within 15 minutes. I just called them on the phone, got my plan set up, went and picked up the router at the local office which is just a few blocks from my house, came home and plugged in my router and I had service. It just absolutely amazing the contrast between the two companies. I will be paying quite a bit more per month which is a drag but at least with them right down the street I should be able to get issues resolved quickly if they arise. That's important to me since I earn all my money online....

The first thing that came to mind when reading this was...shop local! lol

Glad you have service and can make some mo-nay.

Today, my smile inducer was Gracie. I have two cats that cannot be fed together. Loki eats everything and Gracie is subservient to him so she just walks away and doesn't get to eat otherwise. So, he gets some alone time in the bathroom and she and I get some one on one personal time while I put down the food for her. When she's done, she comes to get me and then it's treat time. I think she looks forward to this the most. Even more than wet food, so that's saying a lot, and I have a ball with it too.

Gracie is my predator. She eats all the little bugs and spiders and whatnot that come inside and are not welcome so she's got a good prey drive. I make a game of tossing treats to her and making her chase them. She's got good reflexes and does a killer impression of Patrick Roy (look him up).

Today, she was especially playful, which means she would block the treat but then start to bat it around and she went all over the place with them before eating each piece. She got so invested in the game that she actually fluffed up her tail at one of the pieces that didn't go where she wanted it to. Too funny!

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A sweet friend sending a text to check in on Me when she has so much going on in her life right now.

[Soft*Silver]

Took my granddaughters school supply shopping and let them pick out anything they wanted. Man oh man I was delighted over how much joy this brought them!

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My crazy cats. I love it when they just do something either together or singularly out of the blue that just makes Me smile and laugh. Today was one of those days.

[Bèsame*]

I have a very sweet friend who has put a smile on my face even though I'm having a stressful time. I'm thankful for the time we have chatting it up.

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Thinking about the people I have in My life and how different My world would be if they were not there.

[Gemme]

My crazy cats. I love it when they just do something either together or singularly out of the blue that just makes Me smile and laugh. Today was one of those days.

I love it when this happens! Tonight, Gracie did her goalie impression again. Man, she's FAST!!!

Today, I had a visit from my supervisor. We had some hard discussions about a variety of things but we're on the same page in regards to everything, so that makes me very very happy.

Also, she's waiting on an appointment with her supervisor and the first thing on her agenda with him is getting me a damn raise. Hallelujah! If anyone has any spare juju or Universal input towards this kind of thing, I would appreciate a nudge in my direction, please. It's been a long, long time coming and is desperately needed right now. Please and thank you.

[VintageFemme]

Walking through old pictures in a chest today as I do some purging. So many beautiful yesterdays. I've been very blessed with an abundance of love in my life and I am grateful. :heartbeat:

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A sweet note. Sometimes all it takes is some kind words to just make Your day. We need more of that type of stuff going on rather than prevalent negativity.

[Bèsame*]

My little brother said it ...you had a great divine intervention today.

My nieces who have planned a visit with me for months on this very date, walked in with me while the re hab wanted to tell me what was next. They weren't ready for my questions, yet alone the clinical billing doctor of psychology or the practicing lawyer. I guess I had my big guns with me on the very exact day I needed them!

But still I feel overwhelmed. And somehow I feel fully supported. I love my family!

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I got some GREAT news!!!! I was also just sitting here thinking - I had a feeling at the beginning of this week that it was going to be a good week and I was not sure why I had that overwhelming feeling - and here we are in Thursday and the good news keeps coming.

I am now wondering if I should do a Powerball ticket (laughing). Although, that might be pushing My luck!

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Waking up to kind words full of meaning and laughter. All I can say is, what a week!

[Soft*Silver]

I have 120 pound dog that looks like a border collie on steroids. She’s my good girl and follows me around whenever I garden. Smart as a whip! I look outside today and there’s a groundhog sitting on top of my new bucket bed. (it’s like a crate on stilts with six buckets inside.) just pissed me off because nothing was inside the bucket bed. It was brand new. I went outside hollered at it and it just looked at me! I chirped for Moon, and she sped out like a jet! That groundhog jump two feet off the ground!
That’s my girl! Made me smile big!

[kittygrrl]

my kittens...all creatures great & small.. chocolate pudding

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A wonderful phone call and the promise of more to come! :balloon:

Also, knowing no matter what anyone says or does - it will not change the wonderful space I am in - and that is a great feeling!

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This really sweet person and her really sweet texts. :glasses:

[FireSignFemme]

Walking in to see J and my grandson working on an art project together. She was letting him do most of it but he's not even three yet so he still needs lots of supervision. Someone to make sure he's gluing those mini pompoms and fake bird feathers onto the construction paper and not stuffing them in his mouth.

[VintageFemme]

I'm downsizing and moving to a much smaller place in Autumn, as part of the Island Move Plan for next year :) so I have a lot of stuff I'm trying to sell and this morning I've sold more than half of most of it, to one person. That was easy. Plus when things go that smoothly, you know you're on the right path.

[easygoingfemme]

Finding out that a program renewal submission that I wrote, valued at a little over a half million dollars, is at the top tier in review and will get the most funding out of all other submissions!

[Canela]

My amazing clients in group…😊

[bright_arrow]

A freshly mowed lawn
Puppy paws excitedly jumping on me
Admiring the gazebo lights he put up while I cooked dinner
Him ♡

[Bèsame*]

Gender reveal...a baby girl at Christmas!!!!

Great Aunt for the 6th time! And those kids are just between two neices!

[Kätzchen]

My mom and I figured out how to talk by video chat last night. Oh my, i got to see all the beautiful flowers in her front yard garden...and my brother's huge chocolate Lab, Zeus and the pale blonde Lab, Roxy 🥰♥️♥️♥️💜💜💜💜🎯💯😎

Such a lovely time we had last night and the smiles we still have this morning.

Sunday night chat fest❣❣❣

[nina03]

My sweetheart, sitting across the table with his kind eyes and sweet, sexy smile. Fifteen years, and all the ups and downs two people can live through, and he still lights me up like Christmas morning just by smiling at me.

[Bèsame*]

It was yesterday. I was visiting my Mom,( hopefully just another month of PT), and I had my feet propped up on her bed. She says you want me to massage your feet? I smile and I told her, no, Mom, you dont need to do that. I thank you for thinking of it.

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The feeling that I get when everything happens for a reason - what I feel inside brings the smile to the surface on the outside!

[Bèsame*]

Afternoon game of hide and seek.

[Bèsame*]

smiling... Cherries, summer fruit, perfect timing. You just never know when you get to have them.

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Thinking about a very recent conversation I had with My girl.

[kittygrrl]

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[ksrainbow]

The two of them in the White House for their portrait unveiling! Classy and genuine to their very core!

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Thinking about next week, and sometimes I am actually happy when time passes quickly.

[BullDog]

Opening up my eBay & Etsy stores today and getting my first sale after a long time away. It feels good to be working again and my life not being just about being sick 100% of the time. I still have a long road ahead but it feels good.