What brought you joy today?

[diamondrose]

The peaceful sound of a light steady rain, while drinking a nice big glass of Simply Orange orange juice in my hello kitty cup... :stillheart:

[Write14u]

Being at the race track. In my profession, a bad day covering ANYTHING is better than a good day in the office.

It's beautiful here, there was a a jet flyover and damn it's cool to feel the power of 43 cars doing 190 mph roaring past you.

[weatherboi]

farmers market and st.augustine onions

[Lillie]

:fan:

Thinking about how hungry I am because I forgot my lunch :(..then a knock on the door and my friend (from the kitchen) brought me a plate of fresh strawberries....yummy!

now im full!

Lillie

[Butterbean]

The singing birds. The blue sky. The bright sun. The sound of children playing.










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[TickledPink]

Family, friends, my dog, lyrics. Driving & texting. :flying:

[Nat]

5pidokakU4I

[miss entycing]

VIP tickets
August 1st
Atlanta
Korn and Rob Zombie
yeah baby!
:guitar:

[moxie]

Spending quality time and considerable amounts of cash at the MAC counter today.

[Cowboi]

Breakfast at Ihop with BFF, fishing, ice cream cones, ride to the river, sunshine on my face. Life is good!

[hpychick]

an unexpected phone call from a wonderful woman.
hearing a smile in her voice when I answered the phone.
her listening to me ramble on about make up and laundry and ice cream.
feeling good sending her off to visit friends for the day.
taking a good picture of myself to send to her phone. (cuz she likes that sort of thing)


oh boy. I've got it bad.

[Fancy]

Simple things: getting the Ph and ammonia levels just right in the fish tank.

[Blaze]

:cheer: Medusa brought me Lot's of Joy!!!!

I was Pouting, sulking and kicking my feet! I wrote Medusa and asked if she knew anywhere I could bunk my pups. She sent me an awesome link and it was quick and made me Smile, Smile, Smile. I sooooooooooo love this Planet! :trampoline::walking-poodle:

Now I don't have to Protest in front of the Pea Body :mob::soapbox::crap:

[Spirit Dancer]

Meeting friends from BFP
laughing and support they show.

[Liam]

Playing spades, with a very good friend, and winning two games. :)

[apretty]

unity
being by ez's side
ez by my side
strangers loving my sign (i'm famous, somewhere)
good people
kind people
a crowd of people and their positive energy

[Gemme]

One of my coworkers. She's almost as quirky as I am. :nerd:

[Diva]

My daughter called to tell me she's moving in TWO WEEKS rather than 3 months!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm SO excited, I can't stand it!!!!!!!!!!!

:dance1:

[~Bo]

One of my coworkers. She's almost as quirky as I am. :nerd:





Impossible!!!!! :thud:

[Andrew, Jr.]

With the rain from last night, my grass seed is sprouting grass! WooHoo!

[JustJo]

Knowing that in 48 hours (and 46 minutes) I'll be back in my baby's arms :cheer::kissy:

[GeekBear]

staying up late talking to a special girl and paying way too much for it but enjoying a wrestling pay per view. oh..and little debbie nutty bars, gotta mention those. :)

[ravfem]

Waking up to an email that made me laugh and smile and think:thinking: :bow:

and smile at another one (i love the pictures Hy sends me) :drool:

thinking about this weekend....no one who knows me would ever, ever imagine me gettin all excited over frickin camping! :sunglass:

[Zimmeh]

Have a safe trip! It is gorgeous down here..

Zimmy

Knowing that in 48 hours (and 46 minutes) I'll be back in my baby's arms :cheer::kissy:

[Zimmeh]

Making plans with my mother today to pick up my oldest niece and nephew from their mom.

Enjoying a gorgeous day here and having my mom come visit the new house yesterday.

Knowing that yesterday was my last day on the nasty antibiotic!

[Gemme]

Impossible!!!!! :thud:

I know, riiiiight?!? It seems unlikely, but I'm sure of it!

[Toofrufru]

A glimpse into my old age:
My partner thinking I said one thing when I had something totally non-related.

Do we have dishes?:phonegab:

Aaa? Are there any fishes?:confused:

:doh:
And laughing till tears spurt from my eyes and my stomach hurt.:superfunny:

[femmedyke]

in about two minutes my date with a good book in my yummy bed for an afternoon nap will bring me much joy. xo

[Andrew, Jr.]

Putting coins in expired meters before the police had time to write out tickets.

[DaddyDoc]

Hearing her voice this morning and feeling her love for me, and hearing it in her voice.

:love1: :rose:

[Wryly]

that she is able to get the joke when I am so not cool. :cupid:

[Dylan]

Finding cake in the fridge


YAY!,
Dylan

[PearlsNLace]

Holding a 2 day new infant in my arms, proclaiming against all predictions that she is alive, healthy, and damnit, HUNGRY.

[Diva]

Who knew there were RESCUE CHICKENS?!?!?!?!


Enjoy some Paula Deen.....The Chicken Whisperer (http://www.pauladeen.com/food_section_articles/view5/paulas_chickens/)...........

[~Bo]

I know, riiiiight?!? It seems unlikely, but I'm sure of it!






I'll call Mr Ripley. He won't believe it!!! :shocking:

[Butterbean]

Sweet messages left for me. All over. :ballerina:

Chicken fried chicken with jalapenos and country gravy, okra, potato salad and strawberry cream cake for dessert!




.

[Dylan]

Finding a big honeysuckle growing in my yard

YAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAY!


I'm So Happy,
Dylan

[Fancy]

Expresso soda and Moxie

Delicious treats

[Andrew, Jr.]

I go to bed with Dino and his 1 favorite toy. I wake up with Dino and 10 different toys in bed along with all of his siblings snoring away.

[Fancy]

My young lady who is the best baker I know... Her chipless-chocolate-chip cookies are fabulous!! They are now tied with the cake-cookies.

:goodscore:

[Kenna]

Getting to know awesome people like Christie and Jess.

[Passionaria]

Cassanova, a beautiful white Himalayan cat makes me smile. Today he is mine! I have his sister from the same litter, and have had a crush on him since he was a baby. Now I have 3 purebred Himalayan cats. Can you say vacuum daily? They have such loving temperaments, it is easy to do the extra work. :cheer:

[AtLast]

Still working on joy for today....

:wallbreak:

[Write14u]

Sleeping in for the first time in what feels like weeks.

[Gemme]

I can sleep in tomorrow if I wish.

Oh, and I have a FANTASTIC idea for crafty goodness!

:bluesbrothers:

[Fancy]

Two days until Friday!!!

[purepisces]

Squirrels!

And finding some very important papers at work that I thought were lost.

[Butterbean]

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Vrwg0gQgi4g/S3NxwK3FgJI/AAAAAAAAAMQ/I3p09C3Lgxo/s320/owl1.jpg







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[Gemme]

Squirrels!



YouTube- Disney Pixar Up! Squirrel scenes

[Boots13]

A glimpse into my old age:
My partner thinking I said one thing when I had something totally non-related.
Do we have dishes?
Aaa? Are there any fishes?:confused: :doh:
And laughing till tears spurt from my eyes and my stomach hurt.:superfunny:

LOL...I think it went like this:
:phonegab:
Her: Do we have dishes?
Me: Huh? (thinking why is she asking about fishes?)
Her: Do we have dishes, up at the cabin?
ME : Honey, of course we have Fishes...they're in the river
(still thinking..why is she asking such an insane question?)
Her: Huh?
(she's thinking, why are dishes in the river?)
Me: THEY'RE IN THE RIVER ..where else would they be babe?
HER: What are you talking about?
Me: the fishes..you wanted to know if theres fish in the river... you packing your fishing pole?

Her: plates...plates...plates !!! ...do we have DISHES at the cabin !!!

and at this point I am utterly beside myself with gales of laughter because it took us 15 mins to figure it out!

Yeah baby, we have fishes at the cabin :fishingboot:;)

[theoddz]

Getting this new computer system up and running today was a truly joyful experience. More importantly, I found out that I can, after all, somewhat kneel on these titanium knees. I wasn't quite sure I could get up off of the floor after running the wires of my Bose sound system. Wotta relief!!! :simplelaugh:

~Theo~ :bouquet:

[Linus]

:cheer:A huge promotion and a similar raise in pay!!! w00t!!:happyjump:

[Sybelle]

The theater company that I'm currently working in, was invited to attend a special performance tonight. These kids were great! And they are definitely comfortable speaking about LGBT issues. A lot of great questions and answers tonight. Follow the link to read more about Dreams of Hope.


http://www.dreamsofhope.org/


:2cents::2cents::2cents::2cents:

[storyofmylife]

Elderly couple arms around each other as they walk down the street!

[BoiJen]

a little note I got from my baby boy in brown marker that read:
"Dear mom,
i love you and etc etc etc.
Love Jase"
He's been away visiting for a while. :worried:

[Kobi]

Warm sun, gentle breeze, good book, and wild turkeys meandering up the side of the road.

[storyofmylife]

a little note I got from my baby boy in brown marker that read:
"Dear mom,
i love you and etc etc etc.
Love Jase"
He's been away visiting for a while. :worried:


That is wonderful!
Every so often i read/look at all the notes,cards and pictures my daughter drew and wrote for me thru out the years ...... thats what makes life sooo WONDERFUL!

[Nat]

The sound of my alarm clock (heh)

[Fancy]

The giddy excitement in the pit of my stomach. Today is the first performance...

[JustLovelyJenn]

Waking up to hym on cam.... and hys smile when hy realized I was awake finally.

[Sybelle]

The giddy excitement in the pit of my stomach. Today is the first performance...

oOoO Performance??

[tuffboi29]

A smile that just made the sunrise...and the birds chirp (chirping birds used to annoy me) but i would have to say the best joy of today is knowing that smile will be there tomorrow :rose:

[Wryly]

A sweet PM from a sweet someone.

[Jerseyboi]

The SUN and WARMTH!

[BestButchBoy]

Warm, sunny afternoon in NY ending the work week with the torque. The ping. The undeniable sound when the ball hits the sweet spot.

Joy.

[Tucker]

Yesterday

Spending the evening with my bestie. We had some retail therapy, amazing Italian food where the conversation consisted of sex, wine, and diamond rings. Then drinking wine and making cookies! It was perfection

[PinkieLee]

What brought me joy today...

Logging on to my student loan website, and seeing that I only owe less than $600! After YEARS of payments, I'm almost done!!!

[Kobi]

What brought me joy today...

Logging on to my student loan website, and seeing that I only owe less than $600! After YEARS of payments, I'm almost done!!!

Isn't it a wonderful feeling to know the end is near? They sent me a letter telling me I had fulfilled my obligation when my loans were paid off. I framed it!

[PinkieLee]

Isn't it a wonderful feeling to know the end is near? They sent me a letter telling me I had fulfilled my obligation when my loans were paid off. I framed it!

What a great idea... I can put it next to my dipolma :)
Yes it is an awesome feeling.... and congrats to you, too!

[Random]

It's Friday...

and I have music flowing through my veins...

[JustJo]

Waking up next to her :kissy:

[Passionaria]

My profession gives me the opportunity to meet and interview very interesting people. This afternoon I interviewed a Swami who does peace work world wide. It is really moving to see what humans can accomplish when they put their minds to it. This makes me smile!! I am grateful to have the opportunity to talk to such interesting people.....

:rose:

[*Magic_and_Silk*]

Hearing the wind pushing through the pine trees.....

[JakeTulane]

My niece coming over for a surprise visit...and getting to spend more time with her tomorrow.

[Hack]

I'm moving my office into another building, so I took great joy in throwing stuff away.

And, lately, another thing that has brought me joy is deleting old text messages.

[Mister Bent]

And, lately, another thing that has brought me joy is deleting old text messages.

Deleting, in general.

And the idea of space colonization.

[simpleasdirt]

Intimate and sexy encounter with my love before starting my day :)

[Diva]

Finding my Dad's leather~bound Louis L'Amour collection.....<smile>

[Write14u]

Finding my Dad's leather~bound Louis L'Amour collection.....<smile>




Louis L'Amour brings me joy.
Kilkenny is my favorite of his. He has three books with this character and I love it.

[Duchess]

Giving a co-worker, total loser, a big piece of my mind..:dance2:

[Write14u]

A beautiful butterfly today.

[Butterbean]

I hired a new lawn guy and he came and filled a pickup truck and an extra long trailer with old junk from my yard that has never been cleaned up. It was heavy stuff like an old fridge in the alley and cement work that was not properly removed afterward. He also found a washing machine buried in the backyard. And then he mowed and whacked everything in sight!

My yard looks great and I'm inspired to paint the house and fence in the yard now! WOO! HOO!

[Kenna]

What would bring me joy....

enjoying blueberry pancakes :cheesy: while sitting outside with friends on this beautiful crisp morning

[Leigh]

Its raining outside again, and I love it :)

[Soon]

that feeling when you wake up and realize...I don't have to get up and go to work!

:trampoline:

[Diva]

I had toast this morning....from my brand new toaster......

It doesn't take much to make me happy.... a $14 toaster and I'm good! :awww:

[Andrew, Jr.]

I'm watching Showtime's "The Tudors" while giving Dino a full body massage, and typing online here. :clap:

[Ms. Tabitha]

A video text of my 4 month old grandaugther who has found her tongue!!!
:princess:

trying to find a way to post it

[Kobi]

Joy is the delicious peace that ensues when your middle aged white neighbor, with a fondness for loud rap music, leaves for work.

:sigh:

[GeekBear]

1. getting a package that I've been waiting on for a week (mmm canadian candy)

2. having a very yummy late lunch

3. finding out that my fave coffee creamer was on sale

4. watching some good old school wrestling matches on on demand.


find joy in the small things! have a great day ya'll and remember to smile today.

:bringcoffee: ~geek~ :nerd:

[JustLovelyJenn]

Singing for Tuff's daughter on cam and seeing her smile.

Watching one of my Autistic students in his home so his parents can see their daughter graduate from College.

TACO BELL!!!!!

Lactose wills so I can EAT said Taco Bell.

[Write14u]

- One of my best friends marrying the most wonderful man.
- sinking my toes into the sand and water.
- champagne
- straight women deciding it's fun to flirt with the cute butch.

Life is good!!!

[Hack]

Buying books in an online bookfair to support a local art program for kids. I rarely need an excuse to drop some dough on books, and I love to support anything that encourages kids to be creative. So, a win-win. :)

[SuperFemme]

This did. http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs552.snc3/30234_1262009235654_1392406251_30635139_921569_s.j pg

I just cannot stop smiling. Then I remember that Jesus told APD and June to steal the baby. Is it bad that I want to help them out with that so we can all share her?

[Zimmeh]

Going to the movies with my three year old niece, nine year old niece and thirteen year old nephew and having the baby laugh at Alice in Wonderland.

Playing kickball with my nephew and deciding that hanging out with them was much more important than a birthday party in Orlando.

Knowing that in less than five weeks, my oldest niece and nephew will be down here for the summer.

[Licious]

Phone call was nice, really needed someone to chat with today. :) Lucky me for my friends.

[Soft*Silver]

watching the Derby with a dear friend of mine!

[apretty]

This did. http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs552.snc3/30234_1262009235654_1392406251_30635139_921569_s.j pg

I just cannot stop smiling. Then I remember that Jesus told APD and June to steal the baby. Is it bad that I want to help them out with that so we can all share her?

jesus just said it's not bad, then again it could be ez's sangria.

either way...

[katzietootle]

retail therapy.....

[Abigail Crabby]

My first Saturday off - that I didn't have to use a vacation day for.

This is cause for :party: lol

[Butterbean]

I got my tomato plants in and loaded up the feral kitty feeders and bird feeders. I will wake up to happy birdies in the morning!









.

[Diva]

**Getting a lovely call from my ATL Sissy and catching up......

**and having a call from someone just to check in on me. That's always nice......

**Three...THREE boxes of Beanie Babies.....<sigh>

[storyofmylife]

sitting in my garden

[Gemme]

Being the boss.

[Write14u]

Waking up to the sound of a strong wind blowing in off the Gulf and the sound of waves crashing on the beach. It almost rivaled the beautiful moon over the back bay last night when I went to sleep.

[apretty]

tending the garden before coffee (our coffee maker takes FOREVER to brew so i had plenty of time!), and though i hate that my hands are still dyed green, (why must they dye the bamboo green? what's wrong with plain, bamboo-colored bamboo?!) i enjoyed staking new tomato growth and tying/guiding the older growth so that none of the fruit will sit on the ground and possibly rot.

i watered the patio, the garden and put the soaker hose along the wall where the peas are trailing up nicely. the sage (large varieties) have doubled and tripled in size and one looks like it's about to flower. we probably have 30-40 green tomatoes of all different sizes, peppers, giant chard, squash, radishes, carrots, tomatillos and herbs up to my knees.

[Hack]

My housemate and I have sort of taken to being a buddy to a developmentally disabled kid who lives next door to us. He comes and borrows Xbox 360 games from us a few times a week. Today, he asked us if we would come to his elementary school graduation on June 9. I told him not only would we attend, but we'd get him a present too.

[Oiler41]

Several Things:

1. Watching the birds enjoying their little feeding spot and bird bath that we set up in the yard,

2. A beautiful sunny day,

3. Seeing a hummingbird again today,

4. Reading the comments on our wedding website,

5. Realizing yet again that I am so happy to be living the life that I have now! It's good,,very good!

Glynn

[Miss July]

My new Softub

Ahhhhhhhhhhhh

[JakeTulane]

Spending the day with My niece again. :awww:
Monopoly.

Sorting camping gear and trying to decide where to go.

Texts and pics.

Offline messages.

[Bella~Vita]

Told my crew I am taking tomorrow off hope things don't crumble shesh

In my my sweet/nice voice .. Where are you from Mister Wolf?

~ RedRidingHood ~

[Zimmeh]

I am giving my oldest niece my small collection of Beanie Babies and taking her to the Build A Bear store so she can puck out her birthday present.

Have a good Sunday,

Zimmy

**Getting a lovely call from my ATL Sissy and catching up......

**and having a call from someone just to check in on me. That's always nice......

**Three...THREE boxes of Beanie Babies.....<sigh>

[waxnrope]

being told that I am loved.

[Blade]

Watching Moma and Daddy together today acting like ole times lovingly giving each other a hard time, picking at each other

[storyofmylife]

I am giving my oldest niece my small collection of Beanie Babies and taking her to the Build A Bear store so she can puck out her birthday present.

Have a good Sunday,

Zimmy

I love build a bear store! I hav a owl named Alex and i need to take him out for summer clothes shopping soon! :)

[Kenna]

Talking to a close friend, listening to them be happy and enjoying their laughter, even though I need to restock my medicine cabinet... getting a sense that they sincerely care. (I had a tough day, and was caught off guard when I found myself enjoying the tone of their voice....very soothing.)

Making plans with another friend for her birthday celebration and hearing her in a much better mood.

FINALLY hearing from a nearly-lost friend, listening to her good news and making plans for a Friday veggie-tarian cook-out.


Close, caring friends brought me joy....

[MissItalianDiva]

I am learning to find joy in the simple things....being pregnant has shown me how to finally live in the moment and see that I am complete just as I am. I woke up this morning but some casual clothes on....pulled my hair up...put on some lip glass..grabbed my diva sunglasses...got in my bug...turned the top down...got on the interstate..driving to the beach...feeling the wind blow in my face...music blaring...singing....finally getting to the beach sitting in the sand, toes feeling the grains of each peace of sand and realizing everything is as it should be and is somehow perfectly imperfect!

[Fancy]

a day full of life and laughter

[MsTinkerbelly]

My second day of Birthday celebrations...one more to go!:thumbsup::cheer::heartbeat:

[Softly]

the air conditioner.

[Write14u]

** Finally being home after a long day of driving (about 5.5 hours)
** Having Jack Daniels ribs at one of my favorite places on the beach, sauce dripping down my fingers, laughing with my friends.
** Watching the huge (wind-driven) waves crashing into the beach. It was beautiful and peaceful.
** Window down on the drive back, tunes blaring, dodging motorcycles (It was bike week) and just enjoying the beautiful day and the drive.

[SassyLeo]

30% off Old Navy's entire website!!! Ends today!
How does one NOT take advantage of a sale like that?
...even though I am trying not to spend money :|

(in case anyone wants the sale code: ONBIG30)

[redrose]

i dreamt of her,,, telling me that she's no longer in pain,,, assured me that she's watching my every move,,, sweeet even in dreams,,,
i miss you beybi (f)

[PinkieLee]

What brought me joy today...

The weekend rain is out of here, and the spring sunshine is back.

Opening up my front door, and the smell of jasmine greeting me. My front porch is lined with jasmine & it is in beautiful, full bloom!

A weekend filled with peace & quiet....and sleeping in. Waking up today, refreshed!

Going through TONS of paint samples, and picking out new color schemes for the living room & possibly the kitchen & bath. YAY for possibly getting new living room furniture, too :)

A lunch date tomorrow for my mom's birthday.

[storyofmylife]

another day off!

[DamonK]

Waking up, rolling over, big dog nose to nose with me, then she snorts.

Priceless...

[JakeTulane]

Plans.

:spank:

[diamondrose]

A conversation with a good friend

[MsTinkerbelly]

Going into work and having the power be out...whoo hoo....day off with my honey!:love1:

[Massive]

Knowing I've made her smile,
That always brings Me joy,
And it always will.
:stillheart:
:bunchflowers:
:cheesy:

[*Magic_and_Silk*]

Waking up, rolling over, big dog nose to nose with me, then she snorts.

Priceless...


I had to laugh...My dog often sneezes in my face when I pick him up to love on him. I laugh at that, too.

[Wryly]

spending time with my young niece - she's such a cutie. Plus she knows how to work the DVD

[Blaze]

Going to work, looking at the schedule board.
Seeing that many surgical proceedures had canceled.
Getting to come home early and enjoy the day.....

[Andrew, Jr.]

My joy was walking around Home Depot and getting what I needed. It was actually in-stock! WooHoo! :flying: :bouquet:

[Butterbean]

Gardening! I have all the time in the world for so much gardening. :)

[Massive]

http://www.hedgelink.org.uk/images/news/Dormouse.jpg
:awww:
http://seasweetie.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/dormouse_in_hibernation_sussex_uk1.jpg
Being reminded how seriously, adorably cute doormice are!
And unfortunately they're near extinction now ...
:watereyes:

[Hack]

I'm about to get my joy on a 8 p.m. -- Tigers vs. Twins on Fox Sports Detroit.

:baseball:

[Butterbean]

Go Twins!!!





I'm about to get my joy on a 8 p.m. -- Tigers vs. Twins on Fox Sports Detroit.

:baseball:

[Jess]

Meeting with a new Pulmonologist who actually discussed MY illness instead of just "the" illness. Left actually with a sense that someone out there does listen and look at the whole situation instead of just symptom a or symptom b. It is getting increasingly difficult to find these folks anymore.

[JustLovelyJenn]

Sounds!!! The sounds of rain and hail. Completely deafening hail as it hit the top of my car today...

[*Magic_and_Silk*]

Seeing my little Jack Russell Terrier nose to nose with a Doberman with 'other dog' issues....and seeing that doberman kiss my dog on the nose....Even the doberman's owner was impressed....He said so.

[Packin'Boi]

Having the unconditional support of wonderful friends thru times of change.. :cheer:

[miss entycing]

Having the unconditional support of wonderful friends thru times of change.. :cheer:




wonderfully unconditional is deserving of wonderfully unconditional
:winky:

I'm just sayin....

[Massive]

Seeing her smile,
I can't not smile in reply,
she fills My heart with joy!
:stillheart:
:bunchflowers:

[Gemme]

Getting what I wanted! Woot!

[Bad_boi]

Today I got bored and measured my biceps. They are a foot around so I am really proud.

(Holy crap there is a sperm smiley :balloon: I'm sorry I had to post it since it just made me crack up!)

[Gemme]

Today I got bored and measured my biceps. They are a foot around so I am really proud.

(Holy crap there is a sperm smiley :balloon: I'm sorry I had to post it since it just made me crack up!)

I will never look at that balloon smiley the same way again. :blink:

[Bad_boi]

I will never look at that balloon smiley the same way again. :blink:

Wow I gotta get my mind outta the gutter ><

[Cyclopea]

One of my fave bands contacted me to say I am their #1 choice to do their portrait art on their new cd. Whether it plays out or not, I am SO HAPPY! :)

[~Bo]

Getting what I wanted! Woot!





Red peppers on your pizza? :elefant:

[Jaques]

Its my joy just to be alive, like anyone i have my aches & pains but the fact that i can walk freely along the promanade or in the park, eat and drink what ever i like and have a great family, partner and friends make me thankful for it all..................

[Bevidotcom]

Hmmmm what brought me joy today? Having two beautiful deer leap out from the woods, and across the road- about 7 feet from my front bumper on my way out this morning... and not hitting either of them.
(whew):antler:

[Kenna]

A beautiful morning!!
The compassion and understanding of an AMAZING and dear friend.
FINALLY truly excited about moving!! (no apprehension or regrets or fear of the unknown/possibly being stranded in a strange place) Getting final plans in place.
The birdies outside my window... I'm as happy as they are with their little tweets and twitters!!

[redrose]

a good cry last night ... (f)

[Gemme]

Red peppers on your pizza? :elefant:


Surprisingly, that was not what I was talking about.

Shocking, I know. :blink:

[PearlsNLace]

A shivering struggling new client reached through my widow today and touched my hand, looked me in the eye for a second, and said "thank you for being so nice. I wasnt sure I could do this today. But now I think I can and its going to be ok"

Damn. I wasnt even going out of my way, just doing what I normally do. It made me feel like I was, at least for today, doing exactly what Im supposed to be doing.

Its the kind of thing that makes a small paycheck ok. Cause the work FITS. I had joy today cause I felt I was doing a good job, just by being me, and being there. How frellin cool is that?

[Queerasfck]

This Thai shrimp salad I just whipped up. With jicama, carrots, celery, green onions, fresh cilantro, mint, lime juice, fish sauce and a pinch of sugar. It's virtually fat free if you don't sprinkle crushed peanuts on top. Soooo good and refreshing. I added a couple of dashes of tapatio as well just for a kick.

[SassyLeo]

This Thai shrimp salad I just whipped up. With jicama, carrots, celery, green onions, fresh cilantro, mint, lime juice, fish sauce and a pinch of sugar. It's virtually fat free if you don't sprinkle crushed peanuts on top. Soooo good and refreshing. I added a couple of dashes of tapatio as well just for a kick.


Sounds delicious minus the jicama.

I'll never understand the point of jicama. It tastes like nothing. Why bother?

:whoop:

[Queerasfck]

Sounds delicious minus the jicama.

I'll never understand the point of jicama. It tastes like nothing. Why bother?

:whoop:

I guess it does absorb some of the other flavors.....and add a lot of crunch. I don't eat a lot of it but once in awhile in a salad like this it's pretty nice.

[Oiler41]

Knowing that my sweetheart made it home safe and sound!

Glynn

[SassyLeo]

I guess it does absorb some of the other flavors.....and add a lot of crunch. I don't eat a lot of it but once in awhile in a salad like this it's pretty nice.

The crunch part I get... I'd rather just eat celery ;)

You might like this... it is a nice side dish for roasted chicken

Spinach and White Bean Salad

Fresh spinach, 6oz
1 can white beans, cannellini 15oz
3 - 4 shallots
2 tsp olive oil
1 tbs white Balsamic vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Herbes de Provence (or other spices you like/have)
3 tbs olive oil

Slice shallots and sauté in oil over medium heat until brown and crispy, 20 minutes. Do not let burn. Open, drain and rinse beans. Wash spinach and tear up if necessary. Put into a salad bowl. Whisk together vinegar, mustard and herbs. Slowly add olive oil, whisking constantly until vinaigrette is thick and creamy. Add about half to the spinach and toss well to coat. Add the remaining dressing to the beans and stir to combine. Arrange the beans on top of the spinach. Divide the shallots and sprinkle on top.

I also saute the spinach in fresh garlic and add crumbled bacon if I have it

[DamonK]

Puppy kisses.

Anticipation of real kisses.

Anticipation period.

[Duchess]

Hangin' on the patio and soaking up rays:tanning:

[Kenna]

My office mascot came pouncing and prancing into the room with such a happy face... reminding me it's time to take him out. Then he proceeded to chase his tail... and Tashi came dancing in and stole his favorite stuffed froggy!!

[miss entycing]

a mani and a pedi
then finding the perfect grill............. on sale!
anddddddddddd they put it together for me-
ah, the little joys.

:cheer:

[apretty]

god almighty, that practical is over! last one of the semester! one final left!

(meanwhile, ez's had the patience of a SAINT this entire time... he deserves something, maybe i'll buy myself some sexy new grannies!!)

[Lillie]

going to see one of my favorite patients today in the hospital (she had a bad fall and cut her head) and her recognizing me!..even if she thought of me only as the BINGO lady lol..she still knew who I was :)

Get better Helen:flowers::flowers::flowers::sparklyheart::spa rklyheart:

Lillie:flowers:

[Boots13]

My girlfriend brings me such joy, even though she's a bb in a marble room
(hi honey)

...how am I ever going to keep up with her ?

[JustLovelyJenn]

This one is simple... LINDT WHITE CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES

[Butterbean]

A long and fun conversation with my gayboy friend, Donn. He can make me laugh so hard.


:koolaid: The Koolaid guy was cool. They need to bring the pitcher and drinking glasses set back!

[redrose]

PURE emotions heart at iHEART
(f)

[Lillie]

being smarter than my smartphone!...:happyjump:

so now I can send text messages too!.. :computer:

:)

Lillie

[PinkieLee]

What brought me joy today...

My tummy & face muscles still hurt after laughing so much with friends last night.

[Diva]

What brought me joy today was receiving a Mother's Day card from my Karate Princess <looking up>....

Thank You, Pinkie! MWAH!!!!!!!!!!!

[cinderella]

LeftWriteFemme's writing...

[Andrew, Jr.]

A really good taco salad with guacamole (small amount for me)


:rockband:

[redrose]

PEEK-A-BOO
(f)

[Tommi]

This one is simple... LINDT WHITE CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES

:awww:
I crave.....the above

My gift card for NFLSHOP.com on-line shopping spree. :footballpass::football::footballpass:
Are we almost there?

[katzietootle]

finding my bazooka joe comic collection....

[Kenna]

A pair of Mourning Doves.

And working for a great boss who understands and is willing to work things out.

[Fancy]

Friday Friday Friday!

[Gemme]

I woke up early enough to play online for a bit before my workout. Woot!

[Enchantress]

Joy is:

Opening the windows early in the morning to let in the cool, sweet smelling(the scent of freshly cut grass) Spring air...

[GeekBear]

falling asleep on cam last night and my baby girl's smile was the first thing I saw this morning. she brings me joy every day and I'm enjoying this journey with her. oh..and yay for a cold mountain dew in the morning too!

[Wryly]

my 3 year old niece letting me brush her hair without any fuss! Usually she acts like I am trying to scalp her with a dull butter knife.
She seems quite happy with the long braid that reaches half-way down her back.
And she didn't even fuss about wearing a dress - it is pink calico with white eyelet ruffle and little angel wings on the back. very cute. :angel:
Hopefully I'll be able to get a picture before it gets too dirty.

[Gemme]

It is SUCH a beautiful day!!!! I'm going to go and enjoy it before work.

:bolt:

[fever]

My son arrived at my door last night with a dozen beautiful roses and a card. I asked, "What are these for?" And his boyfriend said, "It's Mother's Day on Sunday". Was my face red.......but my heart was glowing.

[ravfem]

waking up to Hys scent :cheer: :stillheart:

finally getting caught up on housework :laundryday:

the beautiful weather outside! :dogwalking:

[Massive]

waking up to Hys scent :cheer: :stillheart:

finally getting caught up on housework :laundryday:

the beautiful weather outside! :dogwalking:

:cheesy:
Seeing this brings Me joy!
Hopefully you'll get the last parcel soon too
I love you babygirl,
Daddy
:stillheart:
:bunchflowers:
:love1:

[hpychick]

A wonderful conversation with a beautiful friend.

[UofMfan]

The four Thin Mints Girl Scout cookies I just had after my dinner, yum!

[*Magic_and_Silk*]

Seeing my silly dog jump around like a rabbit. He makes me laugh.

:happyjump:

[Soft*Silver]

coming home from ER and being greeted by a dog I know spent the entire time I was away, plastered to the door I had left through. I just know she prayed for me to return. I know dogs and all animals have some form of communication to that which is "us and more than us"...when I saw her face and the relief on it, my own face lit up with joy. What love we share, she and I.

[apretty]

an amazing electrician!

[Queerasfck]

Getting home from work tonight...

[redrose]

talkin to hym before hy goes to sleep,,, kisses!!!
:grandpiano:

[Diva]

Joy is mine! My daughter leaves Michigan tomorrow ~ Mother's Day ~ to move home to me! It will be the first time in almost 19 years that we will have lived under the same roof!

Can You say 'Full Circle'? I do believe this might be one of my most favoritest Mother's Days EVER! (Even though she won't get here until Monday or Tuesday....I'm good with that!)

[JustLovelyJenn]

Its another beautiful day in the Great Northwest!!! And my kids are full of energy. I'm thinking they will need a picnic in the gazebo today. Ahh, to be a kid.

[cali4nyaprincess23]

My carb smart icecream brings me joy!

[Andrew, Jr.]

The beautiful weather here :hangloose:

Birds chirping outside :harp: Music to my ears!

Dino and his brother Madison snoring away on the soffa

My BFP Family :groupphoto:



:pile:

[Gemme]

It's another beeeee u tee full day in the PNW!

[Fancy]

Waking slow
Breathing deep
Knowing that today
is a new day.

[JakeTulane]

Picking out a beautiful windchime for My Mom for Mother's Day.

Words with meaning and from the heart, always.

Smiling through the tears.

A passing-thru rainstorm.

Knowing.

[WheelieStrong]

Please don't laugh, i mean i'm talking about something i did in Second Life..
i went to my very first bathhouse which thankfully wasn't as seedy as i thought it would be.

But my joy isn't about going to the bathhouse, it's about being able to put myself out in in social situations, i find being social very incredibly difficult

i did it, and didn't stress myself out once

[GeekBear]

enjoying time with my friends, my chosen family..I am very lucky to have a gang of friends that love and support me for who I am. it took me a long time to find them but I thank the Lord for them every day. I'm also very blessed to have a partner in this life that wants nothing more than for me to be happy and healthy, seeing her smile warms my heart. Electra(mrs. geek and my Goddess), Missy and Sara(the bestest sisters from another momma that a geek could have), Ernie(my gay boy who looks better in women's clothes than i ever did)and last but certainly not least, all of my bfp buddies...I love you all more than words. that's what brought me joy today :) ~geek~ :nerd:

[Cowboi]

Taking Miss Carol, and her dog Josie to Oklahoma City to be with her daugther for mothers day!

[daisygrrl]

*Gettin' smoothed talked (to) just the right way...
*Completing all of the final requirements for my degree on Friday
*My family, friends, & partner
*A clean house

[Soft*Silver]

playing scrabble with someone who was just as happy when I scored big as he was when he did himself. It was fun being supportive of one another!

[BornBronson]

Being Home.

A box full of new baby kittens.

Thank you Bunny :kissy:

[Andrew, Jr.]

Congrats Born Bronson!

[ALittleStar4You]

My Joy came to me today via some really pretty flowers i bought for the table. I live for simple things now.

[FetchingClever]

*Both* foster pups being adopted. Giving a much needed bath to a very skinny puppy, who then ate approximately twice his weight in kibble.

Watching a movie with someone who is not-so-slowly seducing me...

And looking forward to another great day tomorrow.

~Clever

[WheelieStrong]

clever i want your day :)

[WingsOnFire]

Being asked a question so unexpected 2 days before our first anniversary.. Of course my answer was YES!! :sparklyheart:

[WheelieStrong]

OMG (yes i'm a girl lol) congratulations

[Massive]

Seeing her smile and smile and smile and keep on smiling
Even though I knew she was tired her happiness and joy lifted up My spirits
I love getting My babygirl gifts
And after seeing her reaction to her third and final parcel
I'll be damned if I won't keep on getting her the things I know she will like!
What can I say? I love her and yes, I am a big softie
A tired but still grinning from ear to ear Daddy
:cheesy:
:stillheart:
:bunchflowers:
:love1:

[Butterbean]

Watching my big feral kitty cat, who has been with me since I bought this house, enjoy his plate of haddock this evening. I must get His Highness to vogue for a picture. :)






.

[Write14u]

Went to a co-worker's bash after getting off work tonight. Wasn't expecting much because he's a kind of emo guy (not that there's anything wrong with that). Anyway, he was hammered, his roommate was hammered and another guy that works for me was hammered. Basically, it made it hysterical watching everyone. It was a lot of fun, particularly when I grabbed my camera and started taking shots. A Viking hat was passed around for all. And I had my picture made with the Seasons (for realz, two sisters named Summer and Autumn -- and they had a funny since of humor about what happened to Spring.) *grin*
And a a good time was had by all.

[Epicpwn]

Having a much needed talk.

Having time for me and my needs.

Hearing that giggle that I haven't heard for a while.

Knowing not everything has gone to hell.

[redrose]

keeping hys promise,,, kisses,,, (f)

[Oiler41]

Oh seeing that little hummingbird stop by for a visit; And not just a fly by,,for the second day in a row she showed up and lit on a branch and just hung out for a while. I know what it means. Happy mother's day mom! Still miss you but I am doing fantastic!

Glynn

[Leigh]

My joy today is simple but yummy ~ A Tim Horton's iced cappuccino along with a banana nut muffin and a cinnamon bun :D

[JakeTulane]

Only 4 more weeks.


:playingcat:

[JustLovelyJenn]

Being woke up for Mother's Day. I was told to go upstairs and sit with Grandma, then my brother got my kids together, they got all my gifts and they marched upstairs with them. First were the hand made gifts. A little poem from my son about hands, with his beautiful red hand print on the bottom and a poster from my daughter with a hand drawn picture of me and a poem about Mom's. Those will be framed of course. Then came the bought gifts. A new picnic basket from my parents (I just love picnic baskets, and I really do use them) filled with paper plates and cups and plastic bowels and silverware. And from my kids, a new necklace with a blue geode slice on it and a pretty blue shirt for work. This is one of the best Mother's Days I have had in years.

[UofMfan]

The Mochaccino I just had delivered to my front door, yum!

[femmedyke]

Our first farmers market trip of the season!

Yummy, fresh and organic food; so glad strawberries are finally in season!

[Fancy]

The best mother's day evah!

:)

[Soft*Silver]

spending time with my daughter and her bf on Mothers Day...I so love this child of mine...

[cane]

Today, right now, just looking at my wife sleeping...she brings me joy.

[*Magic_and_Silk*]

The 'Happy Mother's Day' phone call from my son. Then, him telling me to stop asking about him, because the call was about me....He is so sweet. The best son a mom could have.

*sniff*

[TIMBERWOLF]

Seeing Ironman2,hearing Happy Mothers day from my sons or at least one so far. Watching familys fishing and having picniks.........being lonely

[BestButchBoy]

Hanging like a bat in my cave.

Joy!

[Duchess]

:tanning::walking-poodle::movieguy:

[WingsOnFire]

Seeing her smile and smile and smile and keep on smiling
Even though I knew she was tired her happiness and joy lifted up My spirits
I love getting My babygirl gifts
And after seeing her reaction to her third and final parcel
I'll be damned if I won't keep on getting her the things I know she will like!
What can I say? I love her and yes, I am a big softie
A tired but still grinning from ear to ear Daddy
:cheesy:
:stillheart:
:bunchflowers:
:love1:

Daddys are amazingly wonderful!!! Just sayin.. Mine rocks my world! Your babygirl adores you I am sure!

[tuffboi29]

What brought me joy today...


pennies snagged from an older sibling by a sneaky younger one while i smiled and said nothing....but made her return later...still unnoticed....



handpainted swirls that were supposed to be flowers...



cupping sweet sticky faces in my hands and returning those gooey kisses...





squirrels!!!!!




a text telling me that today was mine....no matter what anyone else thought..

[Leigh]

A nice, lazy sunday with plenty of online things to keep Me busy :D

[Massive]

Getting to see My babygirl before heading to bed,
And knowing she will be thinking about Me while I'm in hospital for My six monthly visit to see My consultant.
Long day, but I get to come home and see and talk to her!
So it's not that bad really.

I love you babygirl, you bring joy into My life,
you are My heart,
I love you and your fabulous socks ;)
:stillheart:
:bunchflowers:
:love1:

[Dragonfly]

My son's grown up Happy Mother's Day wish and knowing that he was so overly sweet as a little guy that he has stockpiled extra points and can fuss over me less now that he's older. lol.

My surprise call from my ex girlfriend's daughter just before midnight. And hearing she misses me as much as I miss her and she is still wanting me to make the long trip to visit her this summer. She will always call me mom and be my daughter.

And my third Mothers Day wish from someone pretty special topping off an otherwise pretty empty day.

Joy is realizing that you can't be everything to everybody, but to the certain few you are their everything and that is enough for me.

[rubygirl]

It was very heart-warming to be able to celebrate mother's day not only with my sons but also with my parents, my sister and her family.

[Sachita]

The curry plants I thought I lost this past winter finally from the stump.

Feeling renewed after a wonderful birthday and mothers day weekend with a special friend and my family.

Feeling like I can do anything.

[ravfem]

The wonderful weather that is once again spring-like! i so love the breeze and the gentle sun, no humidity and a perfect 65F! :cheer:

Knowing, and believing i am loved. It feels good. Really. :stillheart:

Drifting off to sleep with the smell of Hym all around me, Hys bracelet on my wrist, proclaiming what is Hys. :stillheart:

Waking up with a smile on my face. :stillheart:

:listening:

[Massive]

The wonderful weather that is once again spring-like! i so love the breeze and the gentle sun, no humidity and a perfect 65F! :cheer:

Knowing, and believing i am loved. It feels good. Really. :stillheart:

Drifting off to sleep with the smell of Hym all around me, Hys bracelet on my wrist, proclaiming what is Hys. :stillheart:

Waking up with a smile on my face. :stillheart:

:listening:

And you are SO loved babygirl,
and not just by Me,
there are a lot of people around you who love you because you are you!
We all see what a wonderful, giving and beautiful person you are.
:flowers:

I am always with you My love, and yes, you are Mine.
:cheesy:

I want you to always wake up with a smile on your face babygirl.

:stillheart:
:bunchflowers:
:love1:

[Kenna]

Getting a very unexpected message that made my day!!!

[shadows papa]

Recalling the joy in my Mama's voice and on her face when I got to surprise her with a visit for Mother's Day. Me and her laughing at her granddogs tearing through her yard in the sunshine playing chase. Getting my grades today and FINALLY scoring a 4.0 GPA for a semester. The warmth of friends,near and far,in my corner rooting for me. Life is GOOD!

[Rook]

2 things...

My boi calling me {hy's alive, w00t!}:drool:

&

My phosphorus actually came out Low, so my dietitian said I can have random pickles or phosphorus rich foods..
Sooo...
Artichoke & spinach Dip beware !!!!!!:chef:

[chefjenn]

Listening to my sons (12 and 7) singing "A hard days night" in their room not knowing I was listening. Another generation of Beatles Fans. <3

[JustLovelyJenn]

Finding a place where my son actually can be himself. I took him to Chucky Cheese for the first time today. That place is just as hyper active as he is, so... hes ok there. He bounced from this game to that game, shooting bad guys, racing cars, throwing balls, earning tickets... and every time his pocket was out of coins he would come find me for more and back he went... for THREE hours... its amazing. Was so nice to see him happy and unrestricted for once.

[BoiJen]

Finding a place where my son actually can be himself. I took him to Chucky Cheese for the first time today. That place is just as hyper active as he is, so... hes ok there. He bounced from this game to that game, shooting bad guys, racing cars, throwing balls, earning tickets... and every time his pocket was out of coins he would come find me for more and back he went... for THREE hours... its amazing. Was so nice to see him happy and unrestricted for once.

it is a wonderful place sometimes. :D i know my son loves it there.

[Jess]

Recalling the joy in my Mama's voice and on her face when I got to surprise her with a visit for Mother's Day. Me and her laughing at her granddogs tearing through her yard in the sunshine playing chase. Getting my grades today and FINALLY scoring a 4.0 GPA for a semester. The warmth of friends,near and far,in my corner rooting for me. Life is GOOD!


F O U RRRRRrrrrrrrrrrRRRR!!!! :golf: schwinggggg! Can I get a woot woot!!!! Rock on shad!!! We always got yer back! So proud of you!!!!!!

[Jess]

Getting my Harry Lauder in the ground. Poor baby has been waiting ever so patiently and I have been waiting to hear where he wanted to be. We finally had a minute of quiet to work it out! YAY!