Happiness is.... - Page 64

C0LLETTE · 05-13-2020, 03:19 PM

Happiness, for me, is the realization that I don't have to do it all. In fact, i don't really have to do most of it.
Here's a word to those who are dealing with the stress of homeschooling....RELAX

"... until isolation and distancing measures can be loosened, and schools safely accessed for all children, we need to ease the burden on parents. And the external drivers of much of this stress – workplaces and the education system – must do their part. Parents doing home-based work are struggling to produce at pre-pandemic levels, while parenting and teaching off the sides of their shared desks and often sharing a computer. The list of expectations, online curriculums, assignments and school-based meetings with multiple children of various ages can be a scheduling nightmare. This is especially challenging for parents of school-aged children under 10, preschoolers and children with special needs. For parents who are doing essential work outside the home, homeschooling takes on a whole other dimension.

School systems at all levels – starting from Ministries of Education – need to publicly reduce the assignment-driven pressure on both students and parents. Employers need to support parents in the short-term, re-examining expectations and ways of working, so these employees can return to work with their mental health intact. The longer we remain in a collective lockdown, the more of a toll it threatens to take on parents’ health.

Learning is lifelong, and a few months of incomplete schooling will have a negligible effect on most children. They will eventually learn their multiplication tables and the French word for “happiness.” When kids finally gather safely again in schools, each of them will be at a different place. And trained, compassionate, caring professionals will be there to help each one of them.

A parent’s job today is not to homeschool; it’s to stay connected. Kids who are emotionally secure will learn better. There are a lot of lessons in what we are going through together, and many of them are on the home front."

From a very sensible "Globe and Mail" opinion piece today.

clementinefemme · 05-13-2020, 07:08 PM

This thread is so beautiful! It makes me happy just reading it.

Today, happiness is typing these words under a tree beneath the setting sun. I've been in workaholic mode these past few weeks, so it means a lot to take a few minutes to myself.

I'm really trying hard to work in a little "me time" every day, but it's tough! I hope everyone reading this was able to set aside some time for self-care today.

kittygrrl · 05-14-2020, 03:52 PM

3 (kinds of)happiness's today... coffee date w PhD..in her car w Starbucks and the rain outside

RebelDyke · 05-14-2020, 09:55 PM

That first phone call that lasts 5 1/2 hours of (dare I say) a potential budding romance? That leaves you with a cheeky grin or smirk..and makes you start to question this whole ....relationship thing...there may be hope..

Bèsame* · 05-14-2020, 11:36 PM

Happiness...when someone appreciates your creative work and pays you really what it's worth. I sold the teacup quilt I made late last year. Last week I sold battenburg lace and this week a quilt! Yay me!!

FireSignFemme · 05-15-2020, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Bèsame*

Happiness...when someone appreciates your creative work and pays you really what it's worth. I sold the teacup quilt I made late last year. Last week I sold battenburg lace and this week a quilt! Yay me!!

congrats!!!

Kätzchen · 05-24-2020, 10:17 AM

Feeling good about myself!

I'm still a Fat & Fabulous Femme, and I can still rock a beautiful dress, and I can still smile, smile, smile.

Kätzchen · 05-29-2020, 10:55 PM

Having time to blow bubbles and watch them trail off in the air to see where they go (a lot of mine went way up into the sky).
It's a relaxing activity for both kids and adults, alike.

Bèsame* · 05-30-2020, 01:58 PM

Happiness...

Getting an early morning delivery of beautiful red roses! Looks like this but much more baby breath and a few daisies. I'm feeling happy and lucky!

homoe · 05-30-2020, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Bèsame*

Happiness...

Getting an early morning delivery of beautiful red roses! Looks like this but much more baby breath and a few daisies. I'm feeling happy and lucky!

What a delightful and HAPPY way to start off the day.....

Kätzchen · 08-25-2023, 11:46 AM

the way he tenderly loves me and supports me in all I do and in the way he holds me while we cuddle and bond during quiet moments of our lives together. I feel so safe and valued and adored and treasured by the way he cares for me. Which makes me care so deeply for him. He is my heart of hearts. My one and only true love.

Stone-Butch · 08-26-2023, 03:55 PM

Good Health
A combatable woman
A decent income
Good friends
A comfortable home
Happy memories
A free and wonderful country to live in.

kittygrrl · 08-27-2023, 01:43 PM

living in the moment your best life

Kenna · 08-27-2023, 04:15 PM

Happiness is...planning a trip

Stone-Butch · 08-30-2023, 03:59 PM

Having my brother back here after so long.

Soft*Silver · 09-01-2023, 07:51 AM

A pony! I get to go visit one of my former ponies!

Kenna · 10-10-2023, 06:38 PM

Reconnecting with a local friend that has always meant a lot to me. It amazes me our individual journeys we've been on that are so different, yet bring us together.

Soft*Silver · 10-13-2023, 10:13 PM

Celebrating 60 years of friendship with your best friend!

Kenna · 10-28-2023, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Kenna

Reconnecting with a local friend that has always meant a lot to me. It amazes me our individual journeys we've been on that are so different, yet bring us together.

It absolutely amazes me how the past several days since our chance encounter has transpired, and transformed my life. This is a good thing.

Stone-Butch · 10-28-2023, 06:21 PM

My brother came in to see me after 4 months apart and we went to lunch. The second time I have been out of the apt building in over 4 months. First time to restaurant. Wonderful lunch. Went to the Halibut House and had fish and chips and a side of deep fried clams. Coffee. I had a very happy day which I have not had in a very long time. *S

05-13-2020, 03:19 PM	#1261
C0LLETTE Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Depends on the day. Preferred Pronoun?: "I" and "we" Relationship Status: Very good. Thank you for asking. Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 11,501 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 16,676 Thanked 15,262 Times in 4,345 Posts Rep Power: 21474859	Happiness, for me, is the realization that I don't have to do it all. In fact, i don't really have to do most of it. Here's a word to those who are dealing with the stress of homeschooling....RELAX "... until isolation and distancing measures can be loosened, and schools safely accessed for all children, we need to ease the burden on parents. And the external drivers of much of this stress – workplaces and the education system – must do their part. Parents doing home-based work are struggling to produce at pre-pandemic levels, while parenting and teaching off the sides of their shared desks and often sharing a computer. The list of expectations, online curriculums, assignments and school-based meetings with multiple children of various ages can be a scheduling nightmare. This is especially challenging for parents of school-aged children under 10, preschoolers and children with special needs. For parents who are doing essential work outside the home, homeschooling takes on a whole other dimension. School systems at all levels – starting from Ministries of Education – need to publicly reduce the assignment-driven pressure on both students and parents. Employers need to support parents in the short-term, re-examining expectations and ways of working, so these employees can return to work with their mental health intact. The longer we remain in a collective lockdown, the more of a toll it threatens to take on parents’ health. Learning is lifelong, and a few months of incomplete schooling will have a negligible effect on most children. They will eventually learn their multiplication tables and the French word for “happiness.” When kids finally gather safely again in schools, each of them will be at a different place. And trained, compassionate, caring professionals will be there to help each one of them. A parent’s job today is not to homeschool; it’s to stay connected. Kids who are emotionally secure will learn better. There are a lot of lessons in what we are going through together, and many of them are on the home front." From a very sensible "Globe and Mail" opinion piece today. __________________ ______________________________ ______________________________

05-14-2020, 03:52 PM	#1263
kittygrrl Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: her poison apple Preferred Pronoun?: b. grrl Relationship Status: her favorite snack Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: real close Posts: 8,806 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 21,382 Thanked 21,373 Times in 6,723 Posts Rep Power: 21474859	3 (kinds of)happiness's today... coffee date w PhD..in her car w Starbucks and the rain outside __________________ "All cruelty springs from weakness" Seneca

05-14-2020, 09:55 PM	#1264
RebelDyke Senior Member How Do You Identify?: butch Preferred Pronoun?: She/Her/Hers...please no male ID..it's insulting Relationship Status: settled and content Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: oz Posts: 2,568 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4,565 Thanked 3,221 Times in 1,574 Posts Rep Power: 21474852	That first phone call that lasts 5 1/2 hours of (dare I say) a potential budding romance? That leaves you with a cheeky grin or smirk..and makes you start to question this whole ....relationship thing...there may be hope.. __________________ *"Do it trembling if you must, but DO IT!" ~Emmet Fox* "The cave that you fear holds the treasure you seek" Please, cancel my subscription to your issues.

05-14-2020, 11:36 PM	#1265
Bèsame* Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Femm Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: ☀️☀️☀️ Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Closer to the waves Posts: 14,777 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 28,404 Thanked 39,539 Times in 10,209 Posts Rep Power: 21474862	Happiness...when someone appreciates your creative work and pays you really what it's worth. I sold the teacup quilt I made late last year. Last week I sold battenburg lace and this week a quilt! Yay me!! __________________ kisses A kiss is a whisper in your mouth. Can I borrow a kiss? I promise to give it back.

05-24-2020, 10:17 AM	#1267
Kätzchen Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: Monogamously Attached ❤️ Join Date: May 2010 Location: Where it once rained daily but now it doesn’t. Posts: 15,092 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 35,992 Thanked 32,009 Times in 9,947 Posts Rep Power: 21474865	Happiness is ... Feeling good about myself! I'm still a Fat & Fabulous Femme, and I can still rock a beautiful dress, and I can still smile, smile, smile. __________________ Kätzchen _____ ______

05-13-2020, 07:08 PM	#1262
clementinefemme Member How Do You Identify?: femme Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Southwest Posts: 143 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 359 Thanked 458 Times in 117 Posts Rep Power: 7477734	This thread is so beautiful! It makes me happy just reading it. Today, happiness is typing these words under a tree beneath the setting sun. I've been in workaholic mode these past few weeks, so it means a lot to take a few minutes to myself. I'm really trying hard to work in a little "me time" every day, but it's tough! I hope everyone reading this was able to set aside some time for self-care today.

05-29-2020, 10:55 PM	#1268
Kätzchen Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: Monogamously Attached ❤️ Join Date: May 2010 Location: Where it once rained daily but now it doesn’t. Posts: 15,092 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 35,992 Thanked 32,009 Times in 9,947 Posts Rep Power: 21474865	Happiness is.... Having time to blow bubbles and watch them trail off in the air to see where they go (a lot of mine went way up into the sky). It's a relaxing activity for both kids and adults, alike. __________________ Kätzchen _____ ______

05-30-2020, 01:58 PM	#1269
Bèsame* Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Femm Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: ☀️☀️☀️ Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Closer to the waves Posts: 14,777 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 28,404 Thanked 39,539 Times in 10,209 Posts Rep Power: 21474862	Happiness... Getting an early morning delivery of beautiful red roses! Looks like this but much more baby breath and a few daisies. I'm feeling happy and lucky! __________________ kisses A kiss is a whisper in your mouth. Can I borrow a kiss? I promise to give it back.

08-25-2023, 11:46 AM	#1271
Kätzchen Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: Monogamously Attached ❤️ Join Date: May 2010 Location: Where it once rained daily but now it doesn’t. Posts: 15,092 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 35,992 Thanked 32,009 Times in 9,947 Posts Rep Power: 21474865	Happiness is . . . . . . the way he tenderly loves me and supports me in all I do and in the way he holds me while we cuddle and bond during quiet moments of our lives together. I feel so safe and valued and adored and treasured by the way he cares for me. Which makes me care so deeply for him. He is my heart of hearts. My one and only true love. __________________ Kätzchen _____ ______

08-26-2023, 03:55 PM	#1272
Stone-Butch Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Stonebutch Preferred Pronoun?: she Relationship Status: single Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 3,202 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 12,188 Thanked 8,469 Times in 2,635 Posts Rep Power: 21474851	Happiness is. Good Health A combatable woman A decent income Good friends A comfortable home Happy memories A free and wonderful country to live in.

08-27-2023, 01:43 PM	#1273
kittygrrl Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: her poison apple Preferred Pronoun?: b. grrl Relationship Status: her favorite snack Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: real close Posts: 8,806 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 21,382 Thanked 21,373 Times in 6,723 Posts Rep Power: 21474859	living in the moment your best life __________________ "All cruelty springs from weakness" Seneca

08-27-2023, 04:15 PM	#1274
Kenna Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Fiery, Sassy, Tough As Nails, Femme Tomboy Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: I am your favorite hello and hardest goodbye. Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NC & CO Posts: 4,784 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4,613 Thanked 12,108 Times in 3,757 Posts Rep Power: 21474855	Happiness is...planning a trip __________________ **************************** She has been through hell, so believe me when I say, fear her when she looks into a fire and smiles. ~E.Corona~

08-30-2023, 03:59 PM	#1275
Stone-Butch Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Stonebutch Preferred Pronoun?: she Relationship Status: single Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 3,202 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 12,188 Thanked 8,469 Times in 2,635 Posts Rep Power: 21474851	Happiness is. Having my brother back here after so long.

09-01-2023, 07:51 AM	#1276
SoftSilver Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: femme Preferred Pronoun?: she Relationship Status: Married Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: rose cottage Posts: 5,502 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 8,428 Thanked 15,619 Times in 3,976 Posts Rep Power*: 21474856	A pony! I get to go visit one of my former ponies! __________________ Pole bachit, a lis chuye. The field sees, the forest hears

10-10-2023, 06:38 PM	#1277
Kenna Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Fiery, Sassy, Tough As Nails, Femme Tomboy Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: I am your favorite hello and hardest goodbye. Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NC & CO Posts: 4,784 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4,613 Thanked 12,108 Times in 3,757 Posts Rep Power: 21474855	Reconnecting with a local friend that has always meant a lot to me. It amazes me our individual journeys we've been on that are so different, yet bring us together. __________________ **************************** She has been through hell, so believe me when I say, fear her when she looks into a fire and smiles. ~E.Corona~

10-13-2023, 10:13 PM	#1278
SoftSilver Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: femme Preferred Pronoun?: she Relationship Status: Married Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: rose cottage Posts: 5,502 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 8,428 Thanked 15,619 Times in 3,976 Posts Rep Power*: 21474856	Celebrating 60 years of friendship with your best friend! __________________ Pole bachit, a lis chuye. The field sees, the forest hears

10-28-2023, 06:21 PM	#1280
Stone-Butch Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Stonebutch Preferred Pronoun?: she Relationship Status: single Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 3,202 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 12,188 Thanked 8,469 Times in 2,635 Posts Rep Power: 21474851	Happiness is. My brother came in to see me after 4 months apart and we went to lunch. The second time I have been out of the apt building in over 4 months. First time to restaurant. Wonderful lunch. Went to the Halibut House and had fish and chips and a side of deep fried clams. Coffee. I had a very happy day which I have not had in a very long time. *S