Martin, I used to be a "glass half full" type of gal. Always wanted more than I had. Today what makes me happy:

1. Watching cats play in the honeysuckle and chase each other around the pecan tree.
2. Working in my flowerbed
3. Lazing around with my partner in crime (Hal).
4. Visiting with my friends on DS.
5. Playing my DS XL and not getting killed.
6. A nice, juicy James Patterson book

My glass is full today and I realize I've never had it so good, despite the pain.

Hmm... I have to agree with you on the fresh sheets, but I'll try to come up with five of my own.

Let's see....

1. Cuddling with my kitty while watching TV and all wrapped up in warm blankets.
2. Photography - I love catching that one moment that people think you aren't watching. A hidden smile, a surprised expression, sincere laughter
3. Butterflies. They are so beautiful and come from just a squishy caterpillar. Short lived and yet they float freely from flower to flower.
4. Cooking. I love creating something delicious from fresh, organic ingredients.
5. Going home from the doctor after hearing the words "no blood work today" (Doesn't happen often).

There are many more things that I try to find happiness in, but that's a nice short list.

- Iggy

Coool..... there are some great "Simple Things in Life" up there,.... 8-)

1 > Fresh aroma and the satisfaction of the first cup of coffee of the day...
2 > Unconditional love of 19 years from dear ol'e Mr Phomphrey.
3 > That nice little sunny spot during winter to just warm up the energies.
4 > My dear feathery friends that choose my company throughout the day.
5 > The joy of feeling apart of something amazing, with such a wonderful group..
6 > Frogs and Sparkles....

Oooooh,....,... Yup,.., n,..... My big, daggy, baggy, green jumper,..... 8-)

Great post Martin.... Huge (((Hugs)))) Everybody..

This is a great post.

For me it is very hard to find those things. I work really hard to see the simple things, the little moments of joy.

1. My rescue dog who is all of 8 lbs. and afraid of the world jumps backwards hopping like a rabbit when I come home. Too funny.

2. My hubbie's 12 lbs Schnauser will attack any ball any size. We brought in the huge exercise ball for her. She went nuts trying to pick it up and run with it. She jumped up and down, stood on her hind legs trying to walk it into her room, she cried, barked, ran in circles around it, and would not give up. We finally had to hide the ball. Can't say she wasn't determined. LOL

3. Most pets, like small children, can bring a smile.

4. to have a good day and enjoy it, is a choice that we make before we get out of bed. (Somedays I should have that typed and taped on my ceiling so I can remind myself of that. ) LOL

Hugs-RJ

For me I find the following give me a reason to smile and enjoy my day:

1. Sitting in my lounge chair in the sun on a warm summer day;

2. Spending time with my Godchild Nicholas;

3. Listening to my R & B Disco Music -:if it's good, I'll start dancing

4. Love coming to DS and Talking with my friends at the circle

5. Enjoy working out at the gym

6. Working in my garden

Great topic Martin!

Hugs and love,

Mary Ellen

1. Like great positive posts like this :)

2. Laughs, there's nothing like a good reason to laugh.

3. My amazing friends here at FC who truly have blessed me by seeing all the outpourings everyone has for each other.

4. My granddaughter Addie and my daughter Mary for sharing her with me. I'd feel like an alien without her.

5. The wonders of the world and beyond! Nature, people, critters, creativity, space it all just amazes me. I come across things on the web all the time and it takes me to so many places.

6. My little Daisy Mae and Luma, they're always good for comfort and giggles.

7. And all the hug swappin' that goes on around here ;)

Thanks for the post Martin!

Many hugs to you all!

1. Sitting in front of the ocean and watching the waves come in
2. I too love the smell of fresh sheets
3. Waking up and seeing twelve little paws in the air all lost in their doggie dream
4. Having the privilege of being apart of the wonderful group filled with compassionate & hilarious people
5. My Hubby. He is my rock, my memory, my best friend
6. Bearing witness to simple acts of kindness

Great post Martin! Thanks!

Love, Hugs & God Bless
Lisa

1. Stopping to smell the roses (literally). I am in love with flowers, butterflies, birds and nature - although if you want me to go camping, there better be electricity, a bed, a shower, etc. :)
2. A warm comfy blanket and a cup of hot cocoa on a cold night.
3. Logging in and finding a number next to my hugbook.
4. Sunrises and sunsets over the ocean, waking to hear the sound of the waves crashing in. If only I lived on a beach in Hawaii...
5. Of course, like everyone else, fresh clean sheets.
6. A snuggle from my fur babies (or hubby).
7. A hug from my Mom can make anything better.

Love this post Martin! Thank you!
Vicky

martin, i agree with others. gratitude for the little things makes all the difference

things that really uplift me are

watching the sunrise and sunset and the majesty

watching, petting, playing with penny

cooking a good meal and sharing it with others

finding a great bargain

last but certainly not least when my computer plays nice

warm blanket , sitting on my pouch watching the sparrows ect, being outside breathing in sweet smell of summer , baking when it snows , lol until my belly hurts , garage sales , my fav is smelling new born baby there skin smells so clean ,really i miss the baby's i just do not have fortitude to do it but i can hold everyone else s lol good thread hugs minnie there's tons more