What brought you joy today?

[Lynn]

Making plans for this weekend to go with my daughter to a butterfly conservatory in MA. Can't wait!

[Miss Scarlett]

Ummmm :thinking:
At first I was ready to say "yeah"....
but I seem to recall a conversation in the past about our Happy Dance and how we got picked on if that Happy Dance included a tall brass pole and somebody watching us? :sunglass:


yes, i remember that well...we'll arrange that Happy Dance at a place and time they will know nothing about...LOL

[dixie]

night time confessions...

[hpychick]

Waking up throughout the night and hearing his snore over the phone and the silly little things he says in his sleep.

His phone calls to make sure I'm up and to tell me he loves me.

[Kenna]

Blade gave me news that made me VERY Happy!!
It seems HUMANS will be evicted until the baby Killdeers hatch....

Federally Protected Birds Nest At Speedway Campground
http://www.wsoctv.com/news/27941452/detail.html

Yayyyyyy Peepers!! Mark 1 point down for the "little guys"!! :cheer: :cheer: :cheer:


I LOVE Killdeer birdies and their babies! It's about time someone steps up to protect them, their nests and their sweet little fuzzy babies!!
Now.... maybe I can send a reminder to my neighbor that just mows right over their nests every week (I really don't think he knows they are there.... the tiny little eggs blend right in!)
We as humans need to take more responsibility for protecting wildlife and our little pieces of Earth.
Killdeer birdies are so beautiful and VERY unique!! It would be a shame to loose them because we humans destroy their nests because we aren't aware they nest on the ground and we mow our lawns without looking out for them.

We saved baby peepers from storms last year, and returned them to their nests. This year, because our neighbor is mowing more than he did last year, we don't have as many nesting momma's around. :(

Look how they blend right in....
http://c.photoshelter.com/img-get/I000044j9ARTn0BM/s/750/750/Killdeer-nest-7365.jpg
http://t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcS6PHjpmo4V-5MqykgOc9bbbQVSKZJ6__s6q9kURPXltFhPa0szbQ
http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTQRZf-QldrEKAYuzsseKqlUY6dAaHsb4KERKRd_BdXuKNDYuybvw

YAYYYY PEEPERS!!!
You won a big battle against those big ole' camper and car tires!!

[Mister Bent]

My comfort hound (http://www.comforthounds.com/p/ninja-laziness.html), James.

[girl_dee]

all of us together again.

[Ebon]

Homemade salsa and Sanctuary. I have a mad crush on Amanda Tapping.

[lionpaw]

Blade gave me news that made me VERY Happy!!
It seems HUMANS will be evicted until the baby Killdeers hatch....

Federally Protected Birds Nest At Speedway Campground
http://www.wsoctv.com/news/27941452/detail.html

Yayyyyyy Peepers!! Mark 1 point down for the "little guys"!! :cheer: :cheer: :cheer:


I LOVE Killdeer birdies and their babies! It's about time someone steps up to protect them, their nests and their sweet little fuzzy babies!!
Now.... maybe I can send a reminder to my neighbor that just mows right over their nests every week (I really don't think he knows they are there.... the tiny little eggs blend right in!)
We as humans need to take more responsibility for protecting wildlife and our little pieces of Earth.
Killdeer birdies are so beautiful and VERY unique!! It would be a shame to loose them because we humans destroy their nests because we aren't aware they nest on the ground and we mow our lawns without looking out for them.

We saved baby peepers from storms last year, and returned them to their nests. This year, because our neighbor is mowing more than he did last year, we don't have as many nesting momma's around. :(

Look how they blend right in....
http://c.photoshelter.com/img-get/I000044j9ARTn0BM/s/750/750/Killdeer-nest-7365.jpg
http://t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcS6PHjpmo4V-5MqykgOc9bbbQVSKZJ6__s6q9kURPXltFhPa0szbQ
http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTQRZf-QldrEKAYuzsseKqlUY6dAaHsb4KERKRd_BdXuKNDYuybvw

YAYYYY PEEPERS!!!
You won a big battle against those big ole' camper and car tires!!



We love birdies!.....They are so adorable and cute!

[Leigh]

Today's joy included beautiful warm weather, talking to one of My best friends from high school, getting text messages from My honey and knowing that My high school's 50th reunion is this weekend :-)

[lionpaw]

Knowing that Snow will be reunited with her son....

Watching a stormy sky and the rain falling with my wife....

Talking with my wife about scrapbooking techniques....

Having some "me" time.....

[Miss Scarlett]

Yesterday:

a visit to my chiropractor - was actually able to get an appointment at the last minute and late in the day!

a wonderful conversation and some most excellent advice!

Shih Tzu snuggles during the work day!

an ice pack! :awww:

[SmoothButch]

Finding out the my Born This Way cd has shipped out to me.

[Starbuck]

I picked her up after work, took her out to dinner, then took her out to a club. I know that doesn't sound romantic or very interesting but we went out onto the balcony and made out. Sweet, gentle kisses with affirmations of love totally made my day. :)

[LipstickLola]

Seeing my sweet momma (bald from chemo) find a wig that totally rocked! She felt good about herself, that was priceless!!!

[Miss Scarlett]

My friends...they are simply wonderful and i am one lucky femme to have these amazing people in my life...

[Hack]

Toothbrush holders.

[Ms Witness]

having the next three days off :)

[Miss Scarlett]

This weekend -

two delightful, handsome gentlemen...

the truck race...

the All Star Race...

a sparkly #14 hat

nachos and cheesy potatoes at 3AM...

drinking morning coffee while sitting in a rocker on the front porch...

a lovely afternoon cookout followed by wonderful conversation on the deck, under the trees...

iced tea...

laughter...

This was one of those weekends that make you sad when they end...

[Abigail Crabby]

My last hospital stay!!!!!
I hear I'm good as new now......woohooo....:praying:

[DoReMiFemme]

This weekend, friends and family, and the warm welcome from people here!

[Andrew, Jr.]

*Love from my family, furkids, and friends;

*Acceptance;

*Feeling good about the new clothes I was given!

[apretty]

*i am pretty fucking grateful, today.

while getting dressed e slipped back in bed (and froze me!) and hugged me for a minute since i worked till 10pm and he was sleeping when i got home (he gets up around 4am) and i was still sleeping since i don't work until 11. being only half-awake, i still worried about his dress shirt getting wrinkled but savored the few minutes of hugs-time--i don't even remember him getting getting back up. so yeah, i am pretty fucking grateful in this moment.

<3

[hpychick]

Playing Scrabble and learning about the intricacies and subtleties of differences and similarities.

[daisygrrl]

*really sweet messages from amazing friends that made my day :bouquet:
*the young man at CVS who asked me if i was 18--kudos to the women in his life :spruceup:
*making lists & personal introspection :koolaid:
*and, finally, but not least...my kitty scurrying back into the front door after she bolted, sniffing at the steps and me begging her to come back inside :playingcat:

[Semantics]

Watching my little dog chase butterflies around the yard.

:stillheart: her!

[Mister Bent]

Turns out James doesn't sink like a stone. He swims like a little otter.

[OS Butch]

Dinner at Demo's in Lebanon, Tn. :)

[Billy]

Watching Sheila and Jaxon do the Triathlon , pretty cool to see ! Made Me think of setting a goal for Myself to do one before I turn 50 :) Congrats to you both , I am proud of ya !

[dixie]

Hallelujah, I finally finished the hardest of the papers I have to write this weekend! Whew. Good grief. Now I don't have to panic. lol :D

[Wryly]

Despite all the thunder and lightning last night I managed to have a good night's sleep!

[Mister Bent]

Reading my dear friend Brook's guest blog about her most embarrassing moment on the job (http://girliegirlarmy.com/blog/20110529/my-most-embarrassing-moment-on-the-job/).

[Rook]

This brought me Joy...


Cancer survivor Eric Abidal was reduced to tears by his teammates’ gesture in allowing him to lift the Champions League trophy for Barcelona.

3-1 victory over Manchester United at Wembley Stadium on Saturday..

My technician begged me to stop "jumpin'" in my recliner during Dialysis..
:happyjump:

[Andrew, Jr.]

Going to PetsMart for cat food and treats, and coming across a sugar glider and feret festival inside the store! I think I was there 2 hours just watching the little babies. Yes, I want one of each...color. LOL! :hangloose:

[Andrew, Jr.]

Miracle Grow singles made me one happy guy today! (f)

[daisygrrl]

*Helping a colleague
*A surprise morning conversation
*Completing an assigned task
*A fantastic class discussion--with laughter
*A nap with the kitty

[Diva]

Ms. Tabitha came over today with her big ol' bag o' paints and canvas....and for a little while, we just sat there ~ in the sweet quiet ~ and did our thing......

It was a nice thing......

And the kitties are now lookin' at ME with the look that says...."Um....yeah....why can't YOU give us good rubs like Auntie Lori???"

[Andrew, Jr.]

Sleeping In

Sports on TV

Just relaxing

[Miss Scarlett]

A very special friend's confidence in my abilities along with his willingness and patience to teach and guide me over yet another terrifying hurdle...

[Miss Scarlett]

http://www.hotwheelsbr.com/Cycles/1-02-1-lg.jpg

[Gráinne]

I'm taking a summer class that requires an assignment done each day from now until June 10, then two weeks of face-to-face classes. I thought I'd missed the assignment for Friday, which would have meant no 10 points :( (makeups not done). I was shocked to find it still up, and openable tonight, and I got my full credit! Hello, "A" for this class!

Besides that, today was day 3 of going to the pool with the kids, and letting them do their thing while I waterjogged and worked out. Long, long way to go to any semblance of fitness, but it makes me feel gooood.

I think I need to add to this thread a lot.

[Arwen]

Things that brought me joy:


A week of having someone here
Saying goodbye knowing I'd be saying hello in another 2 weeks
Plans for him to return in July
A chiweenie back warmer
Knowing Jack.
Girl time
Breathing

[Violette]

Only been up for a few minutes: waking up and seeing my beautiful child sleeping. So grateful! Fills me with joy!

[Ms. Meander]

http://i1179.photobucket.com/albums/x385/Ms_Meander/secretgarden-1.jpg

[theoddz]

Being awakened in the night by Ivan's loud singing!!! :) :frog::musicnote::awww:

He's back to his old super sweet self again. :heartbeat:

Of course, now he's up on the top ledge, full of crickets and all sacked out!!! It was a big night, last night. :winky:

~Theo~ :bouquet:

[foxyshaman]

One of my bestest friends is a first time gramma today!! We both got teary eyed on the phone this morning!!!

:party:

[dixie]

Damn good conversation...then hearing them cuss out the Family Feud game on facebook. :giggle:

[Arwen]

Things that brought me joy today:



An awesome session with my therapist.

Remembering where my hula hoop starts and ends
Plans to do something for my community
Birds at the feeder
A kitten's paws from under my couch
Austin in general
My honey

[Massive]

Little Brother came over this afternoon to help me try to fix my tv issues, but I'd already bodged a quick fix at about 3am and forgot to let him know, but he did bring my moving in present with him too :cheesy:
:flyingweed:
Then later on, Mum came down for a cuppa tea and a natter, it was great to catch up and we got to talk about everything else I need to do to truly put my stamp on this house to make it all mine. Well, all Tiggers, cos, really, she rules the roost... You never own a cat, you serve 'em!
:playingcat:
:rollcat:
:ballcat:

[Hollylane]

The simplest thing...

My velcro-cat, Maxwell, sitting on the back of my chair, paws on my shoulder, watching the screen as I type, and occasionally nuzzling my ear while purring.....Although, I could do without the claws hooked into my shoulder....

[Massive]

I have a cooker, no more cooking in the microwave!
:chef:

:veggie:

:2butch:

:freak:

:linecook:

:chef2:

:chemist:

:eating:

:cooking:
And, later I should be able to start using my kitchen sink ... it's been depressing not being able to do anything other than emptying the dishwashing bowl into my bathroom sink

:|

[Gráinne]

Wowzers! I got an email from the dean of my masters' program, saying I needed to apply for graduation. What? I thought I was graduating next May. Nope, six weeks from now :D, after I finish up my summer classes, not after my year of mentored teaching. Yay!

:cheer:

[Leigh]

Lots of things brought Me joy today:

~ Texting with friends

~ Watching hockey and The Bachelorette

~ Making plans for the future, seeing where life will be taking Me

~ Chocolate and pepsi while watching tv

~ Getting a few things accomplished

[SmoothButch]

Our friend from Alaska is visiting for her family reunion. She brought with her a ten week old black Husky puppy, who she rescued in Alaska.

Her sister that lives locally will be adopting her. Laerkin and I are pup sitting this week while the family is out of town for their reunion.

[christie]

... not only does it have a convection oven, but also one of those snazzy middle burners so I can use the ginormous cast iron skillet!

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n45/christie0918/IMG00151-20110619-1753.jpg

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n45/christie0918/IMG00152-20110619-1754.jpg

sometimes, it really is the little things in life.

[PinkieLee]

What brought me joy today...

After being on a minivacation, coming home and sleeping in our own bed last night.

RAIN ~ FINALLY!

Planning to cook a belated Father's Day dinner for my dad tomorrow night.

[Starrynightaw]

Having a peaceful day.

[Tcountry]

Being lazy on the couch before work...canoodled with my honey...just talking :)

[little_ms_sunshyne]

Being lazy on the couch before work...canoodled with my honey...just talking :)


Ditto :) For Sure!

[Arwen]

What brought me joy today:



Waking up with a soft furry purry Flynn head tucked in my hand
Playing hide-and-seek with Batman who pounced on my head
Hearing Nayru streeeetttch and yawn herself awake from her pile of blankets
Vinegar's enthusiastic attack of my hand that was trying to pet her
Knowing I am alive and healthy
The cool air after last night's thunderstorms
Having the power to choose who can be in my world and who cannot
A fun dinner with fun people

[Andrew, Jr.]

* My furkids

* Nature

* My hummingbirds landing on my back, head, shoulders, and walking on my hand

[Liam]

It seems as if the back yard has turned into a huge bird nursery, as all of the parents are supervising their fledglings flight training and trying to instill a sense of responsibility for their own meals. The black birds are loud, the robins are relatively quiet, and all kinds of lessons are taking place in each corner of the space. It is entertaining and I enjoyed watching all of the parents and their children for about thirty minutes today.

[deb_U_taunt]

What brought me joy today has been spending the day with two of our nieces. They are 10 and 12 and are lots of joy to me.
More joy: a friend brought us homemade chicken and noodle soup and I feel great today!!!

[Tcountry]

Bonding with the nephew & sister-in-law....even when I was deliriously tired. :)
My honey is a great driver getting us home safety when we all fell asleep in the car...

[JAGG]

Coming home from the lake to find , someone left a hibiscus plant on my front step. I promptly planted it in my garden.

[PinkieLee]

What brought me joy today...

After a funfilled weekend with a bestie, I soaked in bathtub with my favorite bubblebath goodies, put on my favorite well worn pjs and was curled up in bed at 8:00 pm last night. I can't tell you the last time I slowed down long enough to be able to sleep 10 hours.... and it felt GREAT!

[Gemme]

I'm enjoying my second day off and am anticipating learning lots of new stuff this week to help me be a better BIGGER manager.

[Kenna]

Ohhh what joy!!
No one bothered to tell me that the ceiling has been fixed at the office... after spending a month relocated elsewhere....
until I walk into the office yesterday to wait on a Tech person to bring my new computer; and discovered all new ceiling tiles installed and all the construction stuff gone... my first thought was "Oh what joy!! I get to work from my actual desk and office tomorrow!" :blink: ....
Later that day, the maintenance man stumbles through our area.... I asked him "what did they do to get it fixed?" The damage was so bad, I thought they'd need a new roof!
His response: "They just seemed to hit the right spot with more black tar."
:blink::blink:
Ohhhh what joy!!

I get to work from my office today!!
And get to wear a rain poncho INSIDE the office after last night's storm!
There's no way they fixed that roof with just black tar!
But it brings me joy to finally have a working computer and access to the office again!

[JAGG]

The smell of fresh cut grass.

[princessbelle]

A phone call that has left me with eyes wide, unbelieving, in shock, and out of breath from my insurance company.

OMG i can't believe it!!!!!!!

I NEEDED some good news!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Diva]

My upcoming road trip!!
I haven't had a vacation in 4 years!
I'm SOOOOOO jazzed!

[foxyshaman]

Planning a friend's birthday party. She has no idea what kinda trouble a fox can get into. But she is willing to give me free reign. Bbbbwwwaaaaaahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaaaaa <cough cough> {when am I gonna remember that hurts}

[Daktari]

A 20mile bike ride and the resulting endorphin rush. Probably my longest ride since I returned to riding last year.

http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q8/scoobs63/podpics029-1.jpg

[Novelafemme]

60% chance of rain!!!! YAYAYAYAYAYAYAY :)

[~Bo]

My nieces making over $800 on their yard sale. Nice!! :clap:
They're prolly gonna buy their Uncle Bo a really nice gift. :awww:

[girl_dee]

12 feet of fun ahead!

[Greco]

My honorable nephew, niece in law, and the grand-nephews

sipping on green juice with my veggie grand-nephew and talking
about his love of whales, dolphins, the sea hmmm, think this kid is mine
all mine

will miss them all

Greco

[chefhottie25]

spending time with my best friend. i am really going to miss him when i move to portland in a few days.

[Ms. Meander]

Foraging for breakfast in the backyard. Can't wait for lunch!

http://i1179.photobucket.com/albums/x385/Ms_Meander/fresh-1.jpg

[JAGG]

Nothing makes me happier than to know, I have the resources to help my family and freinds, even strangers. I'm truely blessed. And always grateful.

[Mister Bent]

Seeing Transformers 3 with my son.

A lot of shit got blowed up!

[Kenna]

Homemade blackberry ice cream!! Wish I could send my friends some!!

and

taking a bucket of treats to and checking on the little doggy that I saved the other day... he's such a little love and was so happy to see me.

[DoReMiFemme]

Langston Hughes

A 3-hour rehearsal with great group of people (and, boy, what a workout--whew!)

Coming home to some very happy puppies.

[Holly.88]

Already posted this in a similar thread, but it fits here too, so...!

What brought me the most joy today was getting to play and spend time with my god son, as well as, watching him fall asleep on my chest. I absolutely adore that little boy.

[JustLovelyJenn]

Being told I truly am doing the best things for my son, and that there are still options to help make it better.

[imperfect_cupcake]

I was trying to post two videos that made me laugh this week (and I needed it) but I can't make the utube thing embed with the advanced button.

[girl_dee]

Seal a Meal and parboiled spinach!

[Kenna]

It felt so good to hear from Gramma D!!!
She was in such good spirits and is healing well after her nasty fall in the tub. I am so grateful to her visiting nurse and visiting physical therapist who are taking such wonderful care of her. I loved laughing with her and hearing how "clear" she was. She's an amazing woman!!

She tickled me when she told me in a round-about way that she wants more maple candy.

[~Bo]

A ham sammich :eating:

[DoReMiFemme]

This beautiful, dry, almost autumnal weather.

Oh, Mother Nature. You're such a tease!

[apretty]

beach, sun, salty air, good read, tall iced latte, therapy, pedicure.. not in that order.

[little_ms_sunshyne]

Coming home :)

[clay]

That I was able to make HER day today!!!

[Tcountry]

This time leaving the San Antonio airport wasn't a sad occasion...cause my baby came home with me :)

[Fancy]

A cooling breeze across the front porch, my favorite coffee, a good book, noisy birds, and a happy dog...
:)

[msW8ing]

Finding this picture posted to my FaceBook from my daughter, knowing I adore polar bears. lol

http://i1142.photobucket.com/albums/n620/Wendy_Sampson/261706_189937261061009_100001342108736_485913_5751 647_n.jpg

[Novelafemme]

getting to spend the morning with my little one. she is going to zoo camp and so we went and got breakfast together and then chatted the whole drive to the zoo. it's those special one-on-one moments that mean the world to me. :)

[amnesia.bfp]

My game brings me joy. Can you guess who I am?

[girl_dee]

"APPROVED" !!!!!!!!!......

:cheer::cheer::cheer::cheer::cheer::cheer:

:happyjump:
:superfunny: :o:huhlaugh:
:D:::thumbsup:
:canada:
:flyingweed:

[wimsiclegirl]

I haven't stopped smiling since about 4 pm yesterday....wow... the joy continues....

[durrrrrrrr]

I haven't stopped smiling since about 4 pm yesterday....wow... the joy continues....

that makes two of us :)

[JustLovelyJenn]

7 very loud little kids runnin through my house having a grand ole' time!!!

[Gráinne]

http://physicsiscool.webs.com

My website for school ;). I hope it passes, but I'm so damn proud of it :eyebat:

[JakeTulane]

A continuing consonance.

Keeping a goal safe and sound.

Love.

Plans for the future.

Deciding to revamp and promote My jewelry business bigger and better than before. (insert BionicMan music here)

Knowing that some day will come.

Words with meaning, always.

Texting with My niece and her usage of -ish now at the end of just about every word - and the laughter that brings.

One word that caught Me off guard though inevitable.

The promise of more joy today.

[msW8ing]

My niece who I raised as my own due to her drug addict mother. When she born under 2 pounds I could hold her in one hand..bought her cabbage patch doll clothes because all the baby clothes were much too big for her. She sent me a photo of a sonogram of my future great-niece. For such a lil one born in the world with slim chance of even survival, graduating top of her high school class, joining the Air Force and recieving all sorts of medals and commendations and now is going to be a mom herself. She amazes me every day.

[JustLovelyJenn]

Little bits of hope hidden in my soul that are unearthed everyday.

Chances, no matter how hard they may be to take.

Sunshine.

Focusing on me.

Reading words of other that are genuine and inspiring.

[Kenna]

Planning to make and finding all the goodies to make my Strawberry Dream Cream Pie and an Orange Creamsicle Pie.... I LOVE making pastries and pies!! Too bad I can't make a living off of it. .... *shhhhh don't tell the people I'm serving this to that it's sugar free and low fat cream cheese ... I'm hoping they can't tell the difference...*

[JAGG]

I am building some new adirondack chairs for my patio today. I'm going to get the wood as soon as the lumber store opens in an hour. This time I'm going to make them rocking chairs !! I can't wait, I'm excited .haha Doesn't take much , huh? haha hey just 50 more min. now!!!!

[Leigh]

My joy so far today came from a very unexpected, but sweet and thoughtful, rep note that has Me smiling bigger than I have in days ~ the person who wrote it knows who they are, and I just wanna thank you for starting My day off right :-)

[JustLovelyJenn]

Early Joy...

Candles lit and incense smoke
Simple words that render hope
A morning rite to focus thought
A day to come, happiness sought

[bright_arrow]

Putting stamps on all the invites to send out :balloon:

[~Bo]

The pm I got from Diva. I'm sooooo excited!! :freak:

[Arwen]

Recently I've found joy:



By seeing my niece and best friend
Hearing that north TX man will be down for another visit
Driving my car all the way to Fort Worth and back on ONE tank of gas
Funny Facebook exchanges that involve cinnamon buns and chains and harem pants
Invitations to movies (even if I couldn't go)
Vocalizing at the top of my lungs to keep myself awake driving home
Reading other people's joy
Lisa Thiel
Mexican rock and roll

[girl_dee]

Catching fish with my Sister! That was FUN!

[JustLovelyJenn]

Today joy came in ample supply....

... Ending something that wasn't right

... Saving the friendship that was there before

... Rekindling a friendship I had missed

... New jewelry

... Snuggles from my son

... Singing through kitchen chores

[Queerasfck]

The NFL is back!!!!

[Blade]

Watching Little Spirit enjoy many firsts. Catching her first fish, baiting her first hook, touching her first fish. She had a big day today and was full of smiles and giggles.

[Soft*Silver]

having my two nephews over and doing cut outs of Finn and Jake with them

[dixie]

HD singing "happy birthday" to me over the phone a minute ago. She's so great. :D

[JustLovelyJenn]

Emotions..... Returned

[Greco]

Time spent with my sisters...funny, loving, I'm grateful for them

And just now the sound of thunder

Greco

[StillettoDoll]

:rainsing: Rain!!!!!

[SomethingBeautiful]

I figured out how I wanted my wedding to come together. :D

[Novelafemme]

having my girls home after a week of vacationing in san diego with their dad. i missed them soooooo much!!

watching two hummingbirds perform a virtual ballet in the sky.

rescuing a colorado river toad from the pool.

forgiveness and honesty.

[Slade]

Just the plain ole fact it is Friday !!! Such a long ass week !!:balloon:

Slade

[Leigh]

Getting to talk on yahoo, knowing that soon things will work themselves out and how great that is :-)

[Kenna]

my Roomie making a special trip to the farmer's market to get SMOKIN hot peppers for me today...
and a whole bushel of homegrown hot and sweet peppers given to me by friends... so now I can finish my special order Salsa canning this weekend!!
I loved hearing how "awesome" my first batch turned out!! (considering I can't do my own taste tests because hot peppers don't love me)

I made positive plans today for the near future that brought me joy...

And I had a long, VERY productive and wonderful conversation with a friend this evening after work. Her respect, strong 'voice', support and positive energy really made my day!!

Honoring my son's memory by celebrating the positive rather than giving into the negative memories gives me much joy from realizing that I have processed my grief in a very healthy way and can Move Forward.

[Hack]

Getting my car thoroughly detailed. I decided I needed to spoil myself. Love a clean and tidy ride.

[Soft*Silver]

spending time with the horse today. Pure heaven!

getting texts from my daughter about her classroom, as she prepares it for next year. Her excitement as a teacher is wonderful!

making plans to go see a newfoundland dog .... maybe this dog will join my family. I have been dreaming and my dogs that have gone over the rainbow bridge have been coming to me and telling me its time for a new dog...and this dog feels "right"

the slightly cooler but much less humid weather

a really good cup of coffee this morning!

[*Anya*]

Joy oh joy! My joy? Having the IT Tech guy come fix my home computer yesterday. I had no Internet and my computer was freezing.

Turns out I had saved so many episodes of True Blood on my TiVo desktop- I had virtually no hard drive space left. He cleaned 'em out, deleted all kinds of stuff I didn't need (AOL?); found I Had dropped my camera one too many times & was actually broken; defragged it; got rid of some suspicious malware-looking things, etc. And got it humming again!

Great joy: he said I don't need a new computer- I am just seriously short of ram. I can't add Skype or anything else until I get ram but he showed me what to buy and he will install it for me! Ram is much cheaper than a new computer

Best of all, he spent over 2-hours on it and only charged me $75.00! The Geek
Squad would have charged me $129 just to show up.

Now I don't have to use my IPhone as my primary computer anymore! I put IT women and men up there with physicians! I am in awe of what they can do. They have a secret language that I know next to zero about and am so glad that they can do whatever it is that they do!

Happy Saturday all:):)

[Leigh]

I know ow you feel about the whole computer thing Anya, I almost had to buy a whole new laptop Myself. The one I have now was not working that well anymore, so My friend's uncle (who is a computer technician) took a look at it and determined two things: I had the crappiest operating system ever (Windows Vista) and I absolutely had not enough RAM either to accomodate everything I had on here. He totally fixed My entire computer; he installed Windows 7 Ultimate for Me and since I only had 1GB of RAM on My laptop he gave Me 4GB. My laptop is back in My possession and it runs smoothly, he's only charging Me $60 for fixing the computer so it's definately worth that amount to have it back :-)

[Medusa]

Sometimes joy is really, really simple.

I was standing barefoot on the front deck this morning watering the hanging ferns while Gracie scampered around the yard sniffing at the wild rabbits who come to eat the sweet weeds.
I looked out at our huge front yard in such a peaceful country setting and was grateful for a home that I love.

I then went inside and had some coffee with Jack before sending her off to work with a packed lunch.

Today, I'll clean house and work on getting the guest room ready for new paint and carpet. I'll marinate some chicken for grilling tonight and listen to my iPod. Maybe I'll work on some web projects and actually get one of my other blogs into production.

I found joy today in the simple pleasures of a life I love. Truly. <3

[Cowboi]

I had a fantastic workout with my trainer. He used the word impressive,..... that brought me joy!!!! (even if I felt like puking!)
I am 4 pounds away from my 1st personal goal!!!

[Abigail Crabby]

Sleeping in till 11 am (this from someone who gets up at 6am every day)

Looking at my schedule again - two more weeks and no more early mornings :)

Sugar free :chocolate:

[JustLovelyJenn]

Today, so early, I find joy...

... Joy in my child snuggled against me as he watches a movie.

... Joy in new found paths that lead to places I have dreamed of many times before.

... Joy in giving reassurance.

... Joy in being needed.

[msW8ing]

Waking with Zues (my dog son) snuggling with me. Knowing that for today and tomorrow the world is on MY schedule, not I on it's schedule.

[SomethingBeautiful]

Waking up in somebody's arms, and knowing things were all going to be okay. *Smiles*

[Massive]

Talking to my baby girl, as always, is the highlight of my day and also, today, because I'm grumpy and in pain, my cat is being particularly cute, she's found a bit of plastic from a vitamin container lid, the security seal part and she's chasing it around, picking it up in her paw, bringing it to me to show me and all the while telling me all about what she's doing and where she is ...
It's hard to be grumpy when I'm loved by my beautiful baby girl and my little furry arse!
:playingcat:

:ballcat:

:rollcat:

:cat:

:king::princess:

:married:

:love1:

:sparklyheart:

[christie]

Hearing from a dear friend (and employee) that she went to see my chiro this morning and that for the first time in a couple of years with disc fusion surgeries, knee surgery, another pending cervical spine surgery coupled with fibromyalgia that she feels 100% better than she did this morning and that she is hopeful to get back to living her life soon rather than just pushing through the pain!

YAY!!!! (I might happen to love it when I am right! LOL I have been trying to get her to see him for almost a year!)

[blue-eyed blonde]

Getting off work this morning after a non-stressful shift, having breakfast with a good buddy, then coming home for nap time with the Best Cats Ever.

[~Bo]

I just bought a dune buggy on Ebay!!

OMG!!!! :clap: :clap: :clap:

[little man]

a big lotta postal lovin'. small things that i enjoy, from someone i adore. such a good friend, she seems to know when i need a pick-me-up.

i forget, sometimes, just how very fortunate i am...how wealthy all the wonderful people in my life make me.

i *am* a fortunate son.

[Soft*Silver]

finding my old cat all wrapped up in my couch blanket, slumbering peacefully, knowing he has a good life and feels loved. Not taking this for granted...

[Dominique]

A trip to the farmers market always makes me happy. Stocked up on stuff for the week. Actually, I didn't buy much as the garden is starting to peak.

I sat in the overstuffed chair to read, :glasses: then fell asleep. Why can't I do that at night? makes me feel elderly.......cat napping in the chair.

Soon it will be time for baseball :pirate-steer:

[Soft*Silver]

got my strawberry pyramid filled with soil today. Lord that was harder to do than I imagined! next, we need to get it planted...I have a garden waiting to be put up around it and its all been on the backburner until i could get outside and do this step!

[ReDo]

my dog biting my ex.

I knew I loved that dog for a reason.. LMAO

[casey35]

Today was a great day spent the morning in the aisle of the book stores, first barnes and noble and then this lovely used book store. Three stories of books , with a cup of coffee and a great book what a way to spend the morning.

[Sassy]

Posting pictures in the SHOES thread :)

[girl_dee]

seeing and awesome sunrise
blanching veggies for the freezer from the garden
household chores all done
fishing with Syr
an awesome sunset
cleaning fish with Syr
quiet time before bed.

[Bard]

My girl as she always does with her sweet ways she knows I am having trouble dealing with the being hurt thing and feeling useless in many ways she is so much stronger then I am and I am one lucky Cowboi to have a beautiful woman that supports me loves me and stand by my side.. I have met my match in every way

[SomethingBeautiful]

Being able to let my walls down and talk openly about happiness.

[sharkchomp]

I posted this on my facebook but this just made me so happy today I want to post it here.

This morning I took the dogs out to pee. One of the dogs is half german shepherd (or maybe one quarter lol) and the rest whippet (which is a small greyhound) and he LOVES to run and is lightning fast - so fast he can catch mice.. and flies.. and wasps (which aren't really fast per se but will sting him and he's a fearless little fella). So I take them out but he stops cause he can't go any further cause he had to pee so badly. But I didn't know he stopped and kept walking and accidently pulled the collar off of his head. Well, he knew he was free. But did he bolt? NO! He went right to the steps to the door to be let back in.

This was HUGE to me. My other dog is terrible about running away and it takes me hours and hours to get her back. But my boy did not want to run away - or even run. While it may not seem like much, it touched my heart and made me smile :)

~~~shark~~~~~~~~

[Dominique]

This just happened within the hour. The Pirates called me and asked me if I was available to attend a week night game in the next home series. (yes)...history, I have a weekend season ticket plan. They asked me what game I wanted to see...blah blah blah....and they told me these seats would be my complimentary upgrade if I renewed my ticket plan.:blink: Whoa!
My seats now are really great seats, 10 years of upgrades. I was not expecting this.

[Soft*Silver]

spending time grooming the horse today. I cant ride for awhile because I am having some tummy problems but I can still groom her. She is so personable and witty for a horse! I smile the whole time I am with her and forget about my pain. Its the best part of my day, week and life!

[christie]

Well, this brought me joy Friday - I love finding rare jadite pieces!

http://www.shopmadisonbelle.com/images/products/jadeite%20measuring%20cup%20and%20juicer.jpg

[tapu]

Asa and I went out last night and got a leopard gecko. He named it Davis. He came in this morning and said, "I already love Davis." Actually, I do, too.

[DoReMiFemme]

After trying the proverbial glass slobber on a ridiculous amount of candidates, I think we finally found someone who will fit the bill as the administrative assistant I. My office.

There is light at the end of the tunnel--however small, there is always light.

[girl_dee]

sitting on the river with Syr and my Sister.. was a wonderful afternoon!

[DoReMiFemme]

After trying the proverbial glass slobber on a ridiculous amount of candidates, I think we finally found someone who will fit the bill as the administrative assistant I. My office.

There is light at the end of the tunnel--however small, there is always light.

Also? The fact that I never proofread anything that I write. That always brings me lots of joy.

[Kenna]

getting exciting news about scheduling an interview for an AWESOME job I recently applied to!!!
*happy dance!!*

[Leigh]

Just life in general, moving along the way it is supposed to :D

[sweetfemme247]

my life finally looking up again, Im out of my depression state for now, waiting on someone to help me finally get out of here

[Leigh]

Knowing that I will soon be helping someone out and its a great feeling :-)

[Wryly]

My nephew decided to wait until he was a bit older before getting his drivers licence. He has matured so much in the past few months and it is reflected in his driving - - no need to speed, careful & courteous. Hopefully he is out of the terrible teen years and well on his way to being the fine young man I knew he would be.

[Leigh]

Anticipation .............. its killing Me but I'm surviving lol :-P

[Butterbean]

I have learned how to put things together and it only took 44 years!!!!

[ReDo]

My little Bailey dog. He growels at the ex, bites the ex... and the ex still thinks Bailey likes him.. LMAO its too funny.. I have had Bailey for 11 years he is 100% my best friend.

http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/26282_1093952487228_1779050339_183924_6159759_n.jp g

In this picture he was helping me put in a new flower bed. He loves riding on top of the dirt to dump it. He is just an awesome little old man. Yup I love my dog

[miss entycing]

a care package from the west coast...and 8 days.
:cheer:

[sylvie]

- Everyday that i wake up, i think to myself i'm one day closer to being in His arms, and i smile the biggest smile from ear to ear...Having dates picked, travel plans, list of what i need to pack, applied for vacation time at work and making plans for things to be taken care of here at home... *squeals* - absolute friggin' joy!

[Diva]

Life these days, makes me smile SOOOOOOO big! ~Who KNEW the painting would be such a force in my life!!! But it IS!
~Who KNEW a silly road trip would turn my life around!! But it DID!
~Who KNEW a church gig would turn into such a force and become a home! But it IS!
~Who KNEW my personal power would return because of very difficult choices and being kicked to the curb by several. But there it IS!

Angels watch over me...I believe it now more than ever!!!!!

LIFE. IS. BETTER. THAN. GOOD!
And so am I.

[Soft*Silver]

all of your happinesses!!!!

[oblivia]

the unexpected

[jules5041]

Today was a good day because I got to grocery shop at Kroger. It's the little things in life, ya know?

[Soft*Silver]

spending the afternoon w my niece, helping her organize her house. I love being close to family.

trimming branches off my trees and getting the weeds out of my yard. It feels good to see such a nice yard and know its mine

cleaning closets at my house and sending some things to family, others to good will...knowing it will help where I send it

ice cream...espresso chip ice cream. Oh man!

[DoReMiFemme]

Finding this taped to my bathroom mirror this morning:

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6064/6034710662_b28b5e3ab8.jpg

[PinkieLee]

What brought me joy...

While eating lunch at a local deli today, I noticed a young woman in her 20's with one of the most beautiful smiles I have ever seen. She sat down at the table across from me, and I smiled as I saw her be-boppin' in her seat at the 80's music playing throughout the deli. As she got up to leave, she glanced my way and I smiled at her. She said to me, "I hope you have a great day gorgeous."

It's not very often that you see such random happiness in a stranger... and it's contagious!

[Leigh]

My joy for today is knowing that I no longer have to wait for the other show to drop, I can finally move on and find proper joy :-)

[sweetfemme247]

Reconnecting with someone, finishing packing, though I have been doing this forever now, 5 weeks to go.

[Sweet_Amor_Taino]

A long phone conversation.

[Puplove]

My beasties came home earlier than I expected!

[blush]

My beasties came home earlier than I expected!

We're the beast! And next time you're coming with us! It was aaaammmmmaaazzzing.

[Puplove]

We're the beast! And next time you're coming with us! It was aaaammmmmaaazzzing.

I thought you were trying to hide those 666 birthmarks.

[Leigh]

I had a good time out tonight with My best str8 female friend, had dinner then I dragged her shopping with Me to Wally World (Wal-Mart, Wally Mart etc). Its always nice to see her and hang out with her, we don't get to very often cuz she works full time and has lots of family commitments but I cherish the time we have together!

Thank the God and Goddess for friends :-)

[Soft*Silver]

I got my dually back today! OMG...I love my truck! She rides like a big old belgian mare...smooth ride but oh so much power ...


sighing happily....I missed her....

[girl_dee]

mmmmmm her fried green tomatoes!

[Tcountry]

A very helpful msg...from a very smart lady... *tip hat*

[Cowboi]

Only 1 pound to go, till I reach my 1st personal weight loss goal !!!!

[Scorp]

Sipping my Dunkin' Donuts coffee this beautiful, sunny morning.... :)

[JAGG]

It rained last night and cooled things off around here. But what brought me joy, was sitting on the patio, and the outdoor rustic country aromatic smell of nature , from the wet trees, in the forest that my yard backs up to. It smelled just like it did at my fav. aunt's house out in the country, when I was a kid. When I was about 7 yrs old I spent a summer with her, some of my fav. memories were made that summer. My love and appreciation for the outdoors, and nature, were cemented that summer. And my fantasies of owning a ranch with lots of acres and a big barn, were created from my adventures that summer. It's amazing how some smells take you back, the memories seem so vivd, such a happy time, just put me in a great mood!!!

[msW8ing]

Morning coffee and chatting with a very sweet country boi every day this week.

[luv2luvgirls]

Morning coffee and chatting with a very sweet country boi every day this week.

the coffee and company have been my joy all week :)

[jelli]

Watching Banjo wash his little face.

[luv2luvgirls]

Watching Banjo wash his little face.

who is Banjo jelli? :)

[Kenna]

Key Lime Cake with creamy icing

[Strappie]

Good News!! .... ..... ..... ........

[Strappie]

Sipping my Dunkin' Donuts coffee this beautiful, sunny morning.... :)

Still waitin for the good news that you will be attending the Reunion!

[Daktari]

The first 10.5miles on the big chain ring and tiny sprockets brought a big grin to my mush. :cheesy:




However the second 10.5 on the granny ring and the big sprockets against a horrible headwind brought a grimace and sore lungs. :blah:

[Dominique]

The storm that missed us. We were on the river in kayaks.

Otherwise, I wouldn't have been happy about not getting that rain. We are pretty far behind for the spring, summer and going into fall.

[Leigh]

Six days until I meet a very special woman ~ no guarantees, no promises just hoping for a good connection and friendship if nothing else! I'm nervous but excited :D

[Dominique]

CCR

Creedence Clearwater Revival......it's getting a little loud in here.

[Medusa]

WEE!

The dude that was fixing our boat called at 6:45 this morning to tell us it's ready! We already have a trip planned to go out on Wednesday and fish all day. :)

THIS makes me very happy! Now, just gotta figure out how to bring something healthy in the ice chest for breakfast, lunch and dinner since all of our meals will be out of a cooler that day because marathon fishing is where it's AT!

[JustLovelyJenn]

My life is full of joy...

... The sight of my children doing Yoga in the morning
... The knowledge of oh so wonderful things happening on the horizon
... My family... finally
... Couch snuggles and movie time

[Leigh]

My joy today is going to the theatre tonight to watch the wrestling ppv with a friend ~ I'm a HUGE wrestling fan so this will be fun :-)

Oh and ............... five days!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Soft*Silver]

helping a single mom out today....

[Wryly]

That I had a good night's sleep!
A nice long walk with my furbaby.
A relaxing day - - - despite being at work!

[JustLovelyJenn]

A 3+ hour long phone call....

[Abigail Crabby]

Getting my calif # back and everyone recognizing it was me when I texted to say I'm baaaaaaaaaaaaaack lol

[Arwen]

A movie/dinner date with myself
A buyer for my Blazer
2 Skype chats with my honey
1 phone call with my sister
Too many WordsWithFriends game
Life in general

[sweetfemme247]

getting to know someone

[SmoothButch]

We got out and did a day trip to the Shenandoah mountains. The weather was perfect, nice and cool. Plus, we got to see a momma bear and her cub right along the edge of the road in the woods. So cute!

[girl_dee]

getting the house cleaned

wonderful lunch full of garden treats

time with my Syr, and the beating that She gifted me with

a wonderful crepe dinner

finding the stray chicken

quiet time

[Wryly]

During my lunch break I was just walking along - in my own little world - when I was suddenly surrounded by the subltle smell of sweetgrass. I looked around and noticed a woman walking by me - - just a quick glimpse - an impression of a summery blue and green dress, a curl of blond hair. I had to smile that the perfume of a stranger could fill me with comfort.

[sweetfemme247]

this brought me joy

http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab271/bellasmom1986/crystal2011.jpg

[christie]

We went to the Peach Festival on Saturday. A tiny affair but with some really cool local artisan vendors. Mountain roads, windows down, bluegrass on a static filled AM radio station, wind on my face and my beautiful Jess behind the wheel, arm slung around my shoulders. Was a pretty joyous day...

These lil treasures were just a bonus:
An original stickered Jade-ite extra large batterbowl (shown here already nestled amongst a few of our other pieces)

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n45/christie0918/0822112053.jpg

Another shot of it sitting on the range:

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n45/christie0918/0822112051.jpg


We found some really nifty artisan pieces - those will be in another post (I can't make the pictures smaller when I photobucket them)

[christie]

Iron hooks - hand forged by a young blacksmith offering demonstrations - still warm to the touch when we bought them:

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n45/christie0918/0822112054.jpg

A lovely mortar type bowl handmade from local cherry:

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n45/christie0918/0822112052.jpg

[Soft*Silver]

a drive out in the country

[Bard]

A talk with my father he has a way of putting me at ease and and his telling me he is proud of me for making the correct dicision and having the surgery and getting it fixed besides the fact that he said he figures out of his 3 kids one of them had to get it right.. also telling him where his grandaughter wants to go to college >>> Yale or Harvard to which he replies welll you or Desd better get a second job >>> mind you my goose is only 7 ... I miss my daddy.....

[kannon]

getting my AC to work again.

[Dean Thoreau]

hearing that my recently college graduated daughter has an interview for a real job and if she gets it she will have to move away from home ............. ok fine mixed emotions but i am honest enough to admit there was a big hunk of joy!!

[Gemme]

Quality time with Ebon and Gordon.

:stillheart:

[Estella]

My puppy Gretchen who actually did the potty dance next to the kitchen door today. Big girl does the potty dance ... !

[DoReMiFemme]

A tough decision made.

[sylvie]

- i have my passssport!
- i'm going to Oregoooooooon!
- i will be in His arms SOOOOOON!

Opening the envelope to find my passport yesterday, was SUCH joy!
Holding it in my hands and knowing, finally, this is all possible!
it's happening, it's really happening !!
and in 8 days, i will be squealing because then we'll also have TICKETS!!

happy, happy, joy, joy!
*bounces around*

[Leigh]

- i have my passssport!
- i'm going to Oregoooooooon!
- i will be in His arms SOOOOOON!

Opening the envelope to find my passport yesterday, was SUCH joy!
Holding it in my hands and knowing, finally, this is all possible!
it's happening, it's really happening !!
and in 8 days, i will be squealing because then we'll also have TICKETS!!

happy, happy, joy, joy!
*bounces around*


Now I have to say that this is enough to bring joy to My day, knowing how much I adore both sylvie and My buddy Mtn ~ you two deserve all of the happiness in the world and knowing you'll both be together soon brings a huge smile to My face, make sure to take LOTS of pictures so we can all see :D

[BlindProfit]

I finally found my dream wedding dress and we have set the day.

Everything I have ever wanted is all coming true thanks to you sweetheart-I love you so much

[Leigh]

Morning text messages and knowing that no matter what, those feelings will always be there and that part of My heart is always set aside for her :rrose:

[girl_dee]

Making spaghetti sauce with Daddi using the garden veggies only

Making Kettle corn and not burning down the house!


:popcorn:

[Leigh]

My joy today includes exchanging messages with posting with new friends here on the Planet, and they have all made it a wonderful Wednesday so far ~ thank you for making Me smile :-)

~ sweetfemme247 :rrose:

~ Library_girl :rrose:

~ ScandalAndy :rrose:

~ lettertodaddy :rrose:

[sylvie]

Now I have to say that this is enough to bring joy to My day, knowing how much I adore both sylvie and My buddy Mtn ~ you two deserve all of the happiness in the world and knowing you'll both be together soon brings a huge smile to My face, make sure to take LOTS of pictures so we can all see :D

awwwh Matthew thank you! soon, sooon, SOOON!
it's just so exciting that it's finally happening for us!!
(and His butch giggles about this absolutely rock, just sayin'..) heh..

<------------------- i'm bouncing this way!
i'm bouncing that way!-------------------->

how annoying am i today LOL!

[Liam]

Stepping outside one last time for the day, and hearing the cicadas, noting the deep blue of the night's sky, and watching a hummingbird moth dining in the petunias.

http://www.birds-n-garden.com/butterfly/white-lined_sphinx_moth_link2.jpg

[Kenna]

discovering a beautiful community garden at a Homeless Center today that has been tended with loving hands all year...and seeing all the art work around the grounds.

Watching a very loving, tender, caring mother in a wheelchair with her almost-newborn dressed in a very sweet, bright yellow tiny dress today at the Center... they were very beautiful together, touched my heart deeply...they brought me joy to see the love....and the whole scene made me deal with some of my internal stereotypes about homelessness and focus more on the content of my "Bridges Out Of Poverty" seminar. She and her daughter are the reason why I am in this career.

[DoReMiFemme]

Real mail.

Ah, there's nothing quite like getting an honest-to-goodness, handwritten letter!

[Leigh]

awwwh Matthew thank you! soon, sooon, SOOON!
it's just so exciting that it's finally happening for us!!
(and His butch giggles about this absolutely rock, just sayin'..) heh..

<------------------- i'm bouncing this way!
i'm bouncing that way!-------------------->

how annoying am i today LOL!


LOL Your do damn cute when your bouncy, and you have a great reason to be that way ~ and NO you are NOT annoying :rrose:

[msW8ing]

While reading one of the many LGBT blog thingies I belong too I ran across this

http://www.care2.com/causes/cyndi-lauper-to-open-homeless-shelter-for-lgbt-youth.html

[Leigh]

Next week My sister goes back to school, and once she does I will finally be able to take back control of My life and go out into the world :D

[sweetfemme247]

waking up and it not being 89 degrees out

[Medusa]

I got a call yesterday morning from a local radio station informing me that I had won the "grand prize" in their Redneck Yacht Club giveaway!

Went down to pick it up just now and got the following:

a $200 gift certificate to a local nursery with awesome plants and shrubs
a $200 gift certificate to a local catfish restaurant
4 tickets to Magic Springs theme park
a gift basket from a florist with all kinds of stained glass windchimes and yard ornaments

and a mega-awesome camping package from a military store that included the following:
*a dome tent with rain fly
*2 sub-zero sleeping bags
* 2 sleeping bag covers
* a multi-fuel lantern
* an aluminum camping cookware set
* 2 camo backpacks
* citronella candles, campin cutlery, a canteen, sunblock, and various other little stuff

[Bard]

just the little things our kitten cuddling close cause Desd is not home to look after me, not having to take a pain pill this morning and most of all Desd has a short day today and will be home soon. she brings me joy every day this woman that will be my wife with her sweet smile and love she is my perfect match in every way

[Diva]

31 years ago this very minute, I was in full~force labor with my oldest child, Melody Claire, who was about 1 hour away from discovering America! :heartbeat:

[sara-bera]

Beautiful music.

A sense of peace.

Friendship.

[funkyfemme]

The simple pleasure of getting to know hym better. And welcoming the distraction. :)

[NJFemmie]

Oddly enough, being able to do laundry after coming back from vacation directly to a hurricane. I was running out of shorts!

[Greyson]

Playing with our two pet rats, Alie and Ginny. They bring me many moments of joy.

[Daktari]

It was Ride the Lights tonight. Thousands and thousands of folks got a preview of Blackpool's famous Illuminations.

http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q8/scoobs63/IMG_0277.jpg

http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q8/scoobs63/IMG_0278.jpg

http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q8/scoobs63/IMG_0281.jpg

These Blaze guys were awesome as they entertained many cyclists as they stopped for a chip butty break.
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[bright_arrow]

just the little things our kitten cuddling close cause Desd is not home to look after me, not having to take a pain pill this morning and most of all Desd has a short day today and will be home soon. she brings me joy every day this woman that will be my wife with her sweet smile and love she is my perfect match in every way

I'm glad, today is your first pill-free day (f)
Thank you for helping with the dishes, I appreciate it.

[girl_dee]

Nice Pot Roast for dinner
Kettle Corn!
A fire made by Daddi ....
Being together
Lots of joy to be had...

[~Bo]

Finally getting my newly purchased dune buggy back from the mechanic who spent a week going over it top to bottom.
And now it's loud and powerful as hell. Yayyyy!!!! :clap:

[JustJo]

An email from my new boss...telling me that he has secured funding and approval for me to take a 4 day seminar in Orlando this November that will result in my MPM (Master Project Manager) certification. It's expensive, and with all that's gone on lately at work I was astounded that this was approved. :)

[Random]

After talking to my moma, I found out..

She's up to 103 lbs!!!!!!!!! After her hovering around 80-85 lbs for two years, this is AMAZING!!!!

[PinkieLee]

Last night's joy...

a long, hot soak in a bubble bath, my favorite pjs fresh out of the dryer, and crawling into bed to read ~ at 8 o'clock last night! Sometimes you just need a lil' down time.