Little things that make life great...

[JOHNOR]

what are the little things that make life great for you, nothing major, just little things that are special and make you smile?

here are some of mine:

*when my house is lovely and clean and i light my vanilla scented candles

*the feeling that christmas is coming

*taking my young cousins to the cinema on halloween to watch a creepy
film and eat lot's of popcorn

* a cold, crisp winter morning

* a night in with a takeaway and a good film

* my MIL's roast dinners

* my mum's homecooked dinners

[Maureen]

What a great idea for a thread!! Let's see......

Clean fresh sheets dried on the line

Discovering a new author with a complete series of books I have yet to read

Watermelon

A bubble bath and a glass of wine after a really grim day

Getting Christmas cards

Having my 17 year old son still want to (occasionally!) stay in and watch a dvd with me!!

Watching my dogs run along the beach

Going to empty the dishwasher to find someone has beaten me to it

Vampire movies

Cinnamon toast and hot chocolate

That's what comes to mind just now, but I'll keep popping back with whatever made me smile next...!!

[MrsH]

I love this idea. Here are some things that come to mind right now:

1. My husband's omlettes. YUM!

2. Watching the birds at my bird feeder.

3. Getting the mail and finding NO BILLS in it.

4. Playing ball with my dog, Buddy.

5. Chocolate pudding pie.

There's more but I'm going to have to think on it.

[Mumof2]

Really great idea!

*My kids hugs and kisses

*A steak and cheese sub

*sugar cookie candles

*sitting on the beach watching my kids

*the way my hubby still looks at me

*the fall season

*christmas season

*hot chocolate

*freshly made beds

*fresh fruit salad

*sand inbetween my toes

*my mums fried chicken

*picking out and cutting down a christmas tree from the tree farm

[DoubleA]

hhmm lets see...

*Seeing Stef smile at me everyday
*When the Red Sox win
*Having my cat nuzzle me when he see's me
*Cooking up a new recipe and people like it
*Watering the garden every morning and seeing everything grow
*Feeding the chicks and chickens on a bright sunny day
*Coming home to a loving family
*The Simpsons of course
*Everything Christmas!

[Mumof2]

I also LOVE seeing the sox win!!! and the Pats

[dvdelf]

can I say when the red sox lose? for no other reason then to be pain:snowball:

[Mumof2]

As long as I can say when your team loses (let me know which ones) :)

[dvdelf]

my teams usually lose

but the giants are the superbowl champs!!!

[AuntieMistletoeDear]

A few of my little things ...

when the Robins return in the spring

when the bumble bee landed on my shoulder in early November and I wasn't startled I just whispered, "you better take cover, winter is coming"

the giggle of children at play

watching my grandchildren eat cherry tomatoes and healthy foods with the same excitement that I used to display for Chocolate Turtles and sponge toffee

the smell of pine needles (or Scotch Tape)

when my husband surprises me and has the Christmas lights turned on when I get home from work

when my cat calls me "mermama" it sure sounds like "mama" to me

staying awake on Christmas Eve listening for the sound of sleigh bells

hearing the news that someone I know is expecting a baby

the fragrance of lilac trees, peonies, azaleas, begonias, etc.

when I see a parent stop and explain the "why of things" to their curious toddlers or preschoolers

when the phone rings or I get an email from someone I was just thinking about

the sound of all the backyard birds in the morning (not the ravens)

the creek gurgling

thunder

leaves rustling making them sound like waves on the ocean

when I have cool Christmas dreams about people I've never met

when my burger or sub is built in the exact order I want

the sound of horse hooves clip-clopping along and their neigh of joy

touching Echo the Dolphin and doing tricks with him at MarineLand

:cry: I better stop for now, you can only type so much and then the message pops up that you've typed too much. Yikes! Only happened once to me, if you can believe it.

[irishgirl]

A few of my favorite things.....

My son! The way is whole face lights up when he laughs and that he still runs to hug me when I get home from work.
The way my DH can turn my knees to jelly by just looking at me...
Thunder storms
The Ocean
Hot tea, a good book and a roaring fire
Going to sleep on clean sheets fresh off the line (they smell like sunshine)
Spring when the earth smells new
Fall when there is alittle chill in the air
Spending time with my brother and sister playing board games and arguing just like we did when we were kids and are Mom is just smiling at us
Buying back to school supplies anytime of the year
Finding a really great sale unexpectedly

And of course Christmas!!!!:transform:

[usafvet]

great idea of a thread. Here are a few of my favorite things (very clever way to put it, Irishgirl) :

- Taking a walk with my dog in my neighborhood in the middle of the night on Christmas Eve, (technically Christmas morning) knowing that everyone else in is sound asleep anticipating a bright Christmas morning.

- Also walking in my neighborhood and looking at everyone's Christmas lights.

- Looking up at an airplane flying in the air a few days before Christmas and knowing that the passengers on board are flying home to see loved ones, perhaps for the first time in many years...and many wonderful memories will be created for those families.

- Watching It's a Wonderful Life on tv every year and knowing that everyone else in the nation is watching the same thing.

- my son jumping pouncing on me in the morning, though being statled intially after a sound sleep isn't the most enduring feeling.

- my wife and son laughing together. That is perhaps the most beautiful sound in the world.

- walking on the beach in the fall. I used to be able to walk for miles on the Ocean City boardwalk. Also hearing the sound of seagulls, though they can be savages if you have food.

- There is a picture that I have that always brings me to a place of serenity. I have to share it with you. I believe it was an actual photograph at one point...if I could ever find a place like that I'd love to stay there for awhile. Here is a link to what the picture looks like. I have it hanging on my wall and you can find it at a Christian book store (that is where I purchased mine). http://www.pgrahamdunn.com/product_image.php?imageid=3409 (http://www.pgrahamdunn.com/product_image.php?imageid=3409)

[JOHNOR]

usafvet, that's a beautiful picture. it screams "christmas" to me!

some other things:

*when my OH buys me flowers
*when my baby god daughter looks at me with that beautiful smile
*planning my annual christmas party for the kids in my family
*watching how wonderfully my 17 year old sister is growing up, so mature
and going to do so well for herself
*when my OH and i go to a nice restaurant for some quality time
*imagining my first visit to new york for some christmas shopping
*spending time in the beautiful city of london (especially in december)
*having a starbucks with my best friend

[RadioJonD]

1- Blues Before Sunrise
2- The Bone Conduction Music Show
3- American Routes
4- Jugs, Jukes, & Jazz
and many other radio shows diving below the surface!
5- The changing of Seasons
6- The Gulf Coast anytime of year
7- Travel

(I didn't list family & friends since their importance isn't little!)

[reindeerelf]

Just a few of my favorite things:

Time spent with our two foxhounds
The seashore-anywhere from New England to St. Kitts.
Books
Christmas decorations
TSO
Cooking on the outdoor grill

[Sunshine73]

- Looking up at an airplane flying in the air a few days before Christmas and knowing that the passengers on board are flying home to see loved ones, perhaps for the first time in many years...and many wonderful memories will be created for those families.


I thought I was the only one who did that! cheesy

I think this is a great idea for a thread and with the way things have been going for me lately, it's nice to have a reason to pause and remember the good things.

Here's my list:

1. Walking into our apartment all clean and shining on a nice spring day with the windows open...the whole place smells so clean and fresh.

2. The way my nephews run to greet me when I go visit them. There's just nothing like four little boys under the age of five who are tripping over themselves to be the first to give you a hug!

3. Feeling my DH kiss my forehead in the middle of the night when he thinks I'm sleeping.

4. The smell of the air in autumn

5. Walking through piles of fallen leaves in the fall

6. Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

7. In the winter, when the days are short, coming home in the near dark to see the curtains open and all the lights blazing...it's perfect welcome home.

8. The sound of cicada's and crickets at dusk in the summertime.

9. Hearing one of my favorite old songs on the radio

10. Driving home from the in-laws on Christmas Eve...the world is so silent with snow all around...it really is magical.

That's all I can think of right now but I'll be back...after writing this list I feel better than I have in weeks!

[Maebeary]

Mmmmmm......still thinking but will list a few.

-Music

-hubby coming home (love the sound of the garage door opening when he does come home....it's right below where I "chat" from)

-a roast cooking in the oven (Yum!)

-anything being grilled on the grill---ANYTHING!!! :razz:

-a clean utensil when I want it

-toilet paper on the roll

-the quiet evening

-laughter

-my daily splash of Bath & Body Works body splash (this was the first thing that came to mind)

-unexpected fun mail or email

-fresh air flowing through the house

-chocolate

-childrens' hugs (I missed those a lot this past year--they weren't huggers.)

-looking at pictures/videos from the past

-Christmas songs--especially the kind I can sing along with

-Christmas decorations

-Christmas lights

-putting up the Christmas decorations

-looking at the few decorations that I have by my computer monitor---it doesn't stand out but it's my daily reminder :razz:

-children opening gifts

-memories of past holidays (like the year when I was 17 and bought everyone a squirt gun---after sitting for a moment after opening them, everyone took off in different directions to the water sources. LOL That's one of my fondest memories!)

[ReineV]

Great thread guys!!

- Hmm...an evening at home with my fiance and a great movie that we both agree on!
- Perfectly made hot chocolate
- A beautiful, crisp fall day
- spending time with my mom
- spending time with both of my sisters (the oldest is a doctor who lives alllll the way in Phoenix so we never see her! but it's great when we do!)
- a day at the park in early spring or early fall
- sleeping in
- spending a day with my friends
- decorating the tree with family
- watching a Christmas movie by myself
- eating sushi
- eating my fiance's cooking
- eating my moms Christmas or Thanksgiving feast
- watching the Macy's Thanksgiving day parade
- watching the lighting of the tree at Rockefeller center
- going to the spa for a massage and facial
- the smell of a turkey roasting
- reading a good book on a rainy day

[Billy Battles]

Here we go!


-Looking in to my GF eyes
-Finishing a good book
-Hearing a good punchline
-learning something new
-A summer day with a gentle breeze
-Being with friends
-Finding the perfect present for somebody
-The look on my GF face when I surprise her with flowers
-The Dark Tower series
-Wrestling with my nephew
-A day off all to myself.
-A good 16 bars
-The smell after it rains in the summer


theres more this is just a taste

[Magnolia]

What a great thread. I feel good just reading your responses!

Here are a few of my favorite things in no particular order...

4:30 on a Friday Afternoon
Thunder Storms
New Cross Stitch Stash
Alone Time In A Completely Quiet House
That First Cup Of Coffee
All Green Lights
Lilacs

;);)

Shirl

[JOHNOR]

That's all I can think of right now but I'll be back...after writing this list I feel better than I have in weeks!

i am so glad i started this thread, reading the little things that makes life good for people makes me feel so happy.

sunshine, i think things can only get better for you. hang on in their! x

[JOHNOR]

another little thing that makes life great for me is the t.v channel paramount comedy. i spend some lazy days watching king of queens, everybody loves raymond and frasier. i particularly love the thanksgiving episodes and the christmas episodes.

[Mumof2]

*The first day of School!
*Oreo Cookies
*Crunching leaves
*Chocolate covered Strawberries
*Making snowmen
*Waking up late on Sundays
*Ham & Cheese Omelettes
*Freshly washed clothes
*My kids artwork
*Watching them sleep
*Football
*Buffalo Wings
*Baking Cookies With the kids
*Decorating the tree

[JOHNOR]

*chocolate milkshakes
*the internet!
*chinese food
*my favourite younger cousin and the days we spend together.

[Wenceslaus]

1. A freshly made bed
2. A back rub
3. A bright autumn day
4. Huge, silent snowflakes at night
5. A smile for no reason at all
6. The smell of bacon cooking
7. A dog's happy greeting
8. Singing in harmony
9. Running
10. A song I love but hadn't thought of in ages is on the radio
11. Reading a good book in a comfortable chair
12. Midnight mass on Christmas eve
13. Roz Chast cartoons
14. Wind blowing through tall trees
15. Stretching exercises
16. Lemonade
17. Being with my brothers
18. Riding a bike
19. Mowing the lawn
20. Naps

[kerst]

1. The warmth of the sun on my face after a long winter
2. the first snow
3. a hot bath with lots of bubbles
4. a smile on people's face after I did something for them or gave them something small like homemade jam
5. receiving a compliment
6. chocolate melting on my tongue after I had something hot to drink
7. seeing the first baby ducks and other baby animals in early spring
8. flowers
9. being outdoors and enjoying nature
10. getting emails from friends or a postcard in the mail
11. laughter
12. a day off
13. a ripe peach
14. when I open my fridge and the first thing I see is a bowl of fresh strawberries
15. eating dinner outside with my family
16. Christmas
17. the smell of something delicious coming out of the kitchen
18. cooking
19. discovering new places
20. meeting new friends
21. MMC
22. .......
23. there is no end to my list !

[George Broderick, Jr.]

crisp fall days in Southwest PA
Chuck Jones cartoons (especially the Rabbit Season, Duck Season ones!)
home brewed Iced Tea
my wife's laugh
that stupid TV commercial where Lassie does kung fu to a bear
when what I'm drawing on the paper matches how it looks in my head
Christmas music in July
Irish stew on my birthday
sled riding with my nieces and nephews
4 E wide tennis shoes

[Annette1990]

Wow this is a great Post Johnor!
Although there are many things I can think of here a a few of my favs (and not neccesarily in this order)!
~Smores~
~Hugs N Kisses~
~Homemade Cookies~
~Turkey Dinner and all the trimings~
~Feeding and watching the birds~
~Art drawn by my daughter~
~Hot Tea~
~Bubble Baths~
~Candles~
~Quality Family Time~
~Watching the leaves change color and fall from the trees~

[JanaBanana]

*Pumpkin, Cinnamon or Vanilla candles burning*

*My Husband looking at me like he is seeing me for the first time after all these years, and still wanting me*

*Holding my newborn for the first time*

*Warm Fuzzy Socks*

*My youngest daughter cooing at me*

*Early morning coffee, going for walks with hubs before the rest of the world has awakened*

*Smelling my fresh baked breads*

*A lit-up Christmas tree*

*My MIL's cooking*

*A made bed*

*Cloudy Days*

*Baby Feet*

*Tea with cream and sugar*

these are just a few :) Great post! Johnor!

[Annette1990]

*The first day of School!

I loved this one Mumof2!!

[Holiday]

Great thread!! :)


Coming to this website anytime of the year & being able to find people who love Christmas as much as me, and being able to find something on the website at any given time that gives you the *warm Christmas fuzzies* :-D – now that’s cool!

When I drive by my aunts house in the spring & see that her magnolia tree is starting to bloom. I always know spring is coming then!!

When I see the sign at the end of our road for Apple Cider in the fall at the neighbors Orchard. Mmmm, mmmm

Candles burning

Leaves changing colors / crunching under your feet

Trees budding out in the spring

The sunset

The sunrise

Big Fluffy Clouds

The 1st snow of the year ~ watching it snow from inside at home w/ candles burning

Having dinner outside

Clothes/sheets/towels dried on the line

Christmas open houses

Watching the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade & then Miracle on 34th Street after

Staying up til wee hours of the morning talking to an old friend/friends

A cloudy day (just every now & then...)

Seeing the sun & feeling it's warmth after a long winter

Coffee on a crisp fall morning (coffee is good every morning, but even better in the fall)

Watching Buckeye Football

I agree w/ Jana...Warm Fuzzy Socks!

When my niece(s) calls & want to watch a movie or go out to eat

Planting vegetable seeds in February & watching them sprout

Planting & harvesting the garden & eating the 1st ripe tomato right out in the garden…all warm, dirty, juicy & delicious! Lol!

When we are at the garden (which is at my parents house) & my parents come out to “watch” & the next thing you know, the neighbors who live in the next 2 houses (who are all in their mid 70’s to early 80’s) are all over talking gardening….now they are some wise folks! Those times make great memories!

Capturing the perfect picture (Thank God for digital cameras...)

Making/eating Sunday breakfast with our neighbors

A sunset cruise on our pontoon

Bonfires

Snuggling with my hubby

Candy Day (making Christmas candy with all my sisters/sil at my Moms)

Movie night...cuddling up in a blanket, lights low (or off) ~ watching a good movie

Finding the perfect gift

Buffalo wings & football

Having the whole family "home for Christmas" (at my parents)

Thanksgiving feast (all the wonderful smells & delicious fall foods)

Being greeted at the door by your dog who is ALWAYS happy to see you!

Waking up early & having extra time in the morning to sit & read, crochet, or surf the net while having a cup of coffee & everything is so quiet!

I know there are many, many more but I better stop….I'm at work! Lol!! I could go on & on….

[Holiday]

great idea of a thread. Here are a few of my favorite things (very clever way to put it, Irishgirl) :

- Taking a walk with my dog in my neighborhood in the middle of the night on Christmas Eve, (technically Christmas morning) knowing that everyone else in is sound asleep anticipating a bright Christmas morning.

- Also walking in my neighborhood and looking at everyone's Christmas lights.

- Looking up at an airplane flying in the air a few days before Christmas and knowing that the passengers on board are flying home to see loved ones, perhaps for the first time in many years...and many wonderful memories will be created for those families.

- Watching It's a Wonderful Life on tv every year and knowing that everyone else in the nation is watching the same thing.

- my wife and son laughing together. That is perhaps the most beautiful sound in the world.

- There is a picture that I have that always brings me to a place of serenity. I have to share it with you. I believe it was an actual photograph at one point...if I could ever find a place like that I'd love to stay there for awhile. Here is a link to what the picture looks like. I have it hanging on my wall and you can find it at a Christian book store (that is where I purchased mine). http://www.pgrahamdunn.com/product_image.php?imageid=3409 (http://www.pgrahamdunn.com/product_image.php?imageid=3409)

Those give me the warm fuzzies just thinking about them! Great picture!

[JOHNOR]

i love this thread, it always makes me smile no matter how down i am feeling.

all the posts are fantastic, but jana - yours really made me feel all warm and fuzzy!

[Mumof2]

Annette,It's true,right! lol Jana I said the same thing in one of my posts about my hubby,still makes ya feel great dont it? :)

*Snowball fights
*Gumbo on a cold day
*Clam chowdah (thats how I sound when I say it ) :)
*Comfy sweater
*Fireplaces
*Almonds
*Apple picking
*Pumpkin picking
*Walking around Downtown Boston anytime of the year
*The Swan boats(boston)
* Driving to Vermont for the vew
*Sleding
*Sewing little treasures for the kids
*the feeling I get when the house is all decorated
*that same feeling knowing Christmas is comming...Im such a kid!

I really love this thread.

[auntieclaus]

*sons who still share the details of their day - it may be midnight, but it's worth it

*children's laughter

* a husband who can still make my heart flutter with just a wink

* talking to my Dad every day

* the smell of fresh cut grass

* a day at the beach

* the smell of a baby

* crawling into bed that has fresh sheets and blankets that were dried outside

* family reunions

* everyday life

[MerryNoel]

listening to my son giggle....

[misjordi]

*sons who still share the details of their day - it may be midnight, but it's worth it

*children's laughter

* a husband who can still make my heart flutter with just a wink

* talking to my Dad every day

* the smell of fresh cut grass

* a day at the beach

* the smell of a baby

* crawling into bed that has fresh sheets and blankets that were dried outside

* family reunions

* everyday life
You really hit all them for me! Also my husband coming home from work with something for me is a nice surprise, he does it often too. He drives truck and stooped at a truck stop last time and bought me a stone rooster! I just love chickens also.....

[MerrySilver]

Oh gosh, where do I start? :) I love everyryone's answers so far!

- The smell of Scotch tape and new wrapping paper
- Watching children at play
- A cool afternoon with crickets chirping everywhere; a sign of autumn's approach!
- The haunting cry of loons on a lake.
- Colourful autumn leaves and wooly, wintery clouds.
- The first snowfall of the season.
- The smell of fresh-baked bread.
- Nice surprises in the mail.
- The first breath of spring.
- The way the outdoors smell on summer evenings.
- Gathering craft supplies.
- Cozy sweaters and hot apple cider on a cool day.
- The smell of turkey roasting while the Macy's parade plays on tv :)

[MsChristmas]

great idea of a thread. Here are a few of my favorite things (very clever way to put it, Irishgirl) :

- Taking a walk with my dog in my neighborhood in the middle of the night on Christmas Eve, (technically Christmas morning) knowing that everyone else in is sound asleep anticipating a bright Christmas morning.

- Also walking in my neighborhood and looking at everyone's Christmas lights.

- Looking up at an airplane flying in the air a few days before Christmas and knowing that the passengers on board are flying home to see loved ones, perhaps for the first time in many years...and many wonderful memories will be created for those families.

- Watching It's a Wonderful Life on tv every year and knowing that everyone else in the nation is watching the same thing.

- my son jumping pouncing on me in the morning, though being statled intially after a sound sleep isn't the most enduring feeling.

- my wife and son laughing together. That is perhaps the most beautiful sound in the world.

- walking on the beach in the fall. I used to be able to walk for miles on the Ocean City boardwalk. Also hearing the sound of seagulls, though they can be savages if you have food.

- There is a picture that I have that always brings me to a place of serenity. I have to share it with you. I believe it was an actual photograph at one point...if I could ever find a place like that I'd love to stay there for awhile. Here is a link to what the picture looks like. I have it hanging on my wall and you can find it at a Christian book store (that is where I purchased mine). http://www.pgrahamdunn.com/product_image.php?imageid=3409 (http://www.pgrahamdunn.com/product_image.php?imageid=3409)


Ocean City Maryland ???!?!??!?!!

[MsChristmas]

What a great thread! Where do I begin...

- Cool Fall mornings
- Hot chocolate with whipped cream
- My 18 month old son giving me hugs & kisses
- Getting ready to start off my favorite time of the year which is about to begin (Sept is my wedding anniversary and the beginning of Fall, October is my Birthday and Halloween, then of course Thanksgiving and Christmas!)
- Getting new furniture (which Im in the process of now)
- Decorating (for all holidays)
- Watching Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade on TV
- The smell of Pumpkin, Pine and Sugar Cookie candles
- When the radio stations start playing Christmas music
- Anything to do with Christmas

:rudolph:

[CharlestonNole]

Sunrises, sunsets, starry nights, calm breezes, beach lapping at your feet, family, friends, the smell of a vanilla car air freshner and so on....

Everyone's list has at least one I feel is great.

[trackrebel]

seeing my daughter (2-years-old) just smile or open her eyes outta exitement
havin a clean house and being to able to sit down and enjoy my daughter and fiancée
a walk over the Weihnachtsmarkt makes my day...and since I walk there most everyday during the Christmas time...:D I´m happy throughout the season
listen to some good ole G-Funk (Westcoast rap from 92-95)

[joyful]

Spending time with my husband when he doesn't have to go to work and when he holds me.

Seeing my grandchildren and feeling their hugs and kisses.

When my children and grandchildren use a stumbling block in their lives as a stepping stone.

A candlelight Christmas eve service at church.

Remembering past Christmas mornings when I was growing up.

Meeting wonderful people online that bless me with their kindness and friendship.

Watching home movies of my loved ones who have passed on.

When I have the chance to help someone and bless them.

Watching our flag passing by in a parade held by men/women of our Armed Forces.

When I get the opportunity to thank a returning veteran and past veterans for helping keep this country safe and free.

When I hear "I love you" from my husband; children and grandchildren.

When I think of the greatest gift, Jesus and what He did for me.

[Trinityjae]

Spending time with my husband and daughter

When my 18 month old daughter laughs, smiles and gives hugs and kisses

Drinking Cinnamon Holiday Blend coffee from the Coffee Beanery

Listening to Christmas Music

A hot bath

A nice glass of wine

[WhiteFloridaChristmas]

Seeing how happy my dog is when I get home from work.
Taking photographs of anything I see while out and about. It's so nice to get that picture you want.
Chasing a butterfly around in a field for a few good shots.

[Faith4always]

I love this thread!

The little things.....

When Nathan (2 yr old) stays for the whole time at his nursery class at church and has fun!

Listening to my 2 teenage daughters giggle...

Listening to my 18 yr old son giggle

Watching the same 18 yr old son who is 6'2" gently pick up a little kitten(that one makes me teary eyed for some reason!)

Opening the door and smelling fall/winter

apple cidar

one on one time with each kid

HGTV and Food Network

My Merry Christmas - I haven't met any real friends here in our new place yet, but I have you wherever I go - as long as my dh brought his laptop!

talking to my 78 yr old dad on the phone everyday

daydreaming about "back in the day"

When I'm sitting in church and the singers/musicians play and sing "that one song" I was hoping they would because it lifts my spirits..

a beautiful,crispy, winter's day - and I have plenty of hot cocoa, apple cidar, and cappucino

hot bubble baths

scented candles

Christmas lights

I could go on and on.....:-)

[Mumof2]

Memories of Pupi(My Father) During the holidays
Warm Pecan Pie w/ Cool whip
Iced Tea
Chocolate Milk
Christmas Wreath Candle...from yankee candle co.
Cherries
Ranch Dip,Carrots,Broccoli
My sausage dish
Fenway Park and their Sausages mmm
Taking pics of the kids at the park,beach

[JOHNOR]

*going for a coffee with my favourite cousin
*when my partner is away watching his football team and he phones me up. my heart skips a beat when the phone rings!
*going for lunch with my girlfriends
*lounging all day, watching tv and chilling out
*busy saturday afternoons at my nanna's house with all the family
*dreaming about the future and (please god) the beautiful family i will one day have
*coming home, hopping online and seeing how many new posts there are on here since i last logged on!
*treacle pudding and custard
*spending time with my john boy (my little cousin, complete christmas nut!)

[Maebeary]

I had forgotten about this thread but it sure was fun to come back and read the little things that make you happy! :razz:

[JanaBanana]

i love this thread, it always makes me smile no matter how down i am feeling.

all the posts are fantastic, but jana - yours really made me feel all warm and fuzzy!

Aww thanks :D

Here are some more for me...

*Baking a pumpkin spice cake with honey butter frosting all homeade for the first time and it turning out.. the family loved it!*

*A fire burning in my pellet stove*

*Complete strangers stopping to talk to my baby Autumn Faith..she is a people magnet!*

*Finding that perfect recipe*

*BBQ-ing with my inlaws*

*A cold misty morning, out hunting with my best friend- my hubs*

*Walking in the aisles of a store and seeing all the decore*

*A new pair of fuzzy mittens*

*A baby kitten*

[trackrebel]

waking up inbetween winter and spring....when more and more birds are coming back and are singing.

going outside on Christmas Eve...driving to my mother´s and grandmother´s...everything is sooo quite

listening to Janet Jackson´s Again....I love this song

seeing my family enjoy what I cooked

just looking at my daughter when she is asleep....I think there is nothing more beautifull than a baby/toddler that is sound asleep....so sweet and peacefull

[lizziexo]

This post is lovely, I've enjoyed reading it

Some of my favourite things are:

Waking up really early on a morning just laying in bed all warm and cosy and hearing the birds singing outside

Long car journeys! I live in yorkshire so theres lots of lovely country side around us, I love how picturesque (did i spell that right?) it looks

Spending time with my mum. Shes probably my best friend even though we argue I love her unconditionally :)

Coming home from school and my nephew greeting me with a big smile and a big "****OOOOOO AUNTY NOO NOO:D"

Going downstairs first thing on a morning and my puppy jumping up and down because shes so happy to see me

Waiting for a bus in autum when its really sunny and theres heat from the sun, the sky all blue but theres a crisp cool wind

Watching strictly come dancing - Okay sounds weird but it really puts me in the christmas mood! After a big cooked dinner with all my family and we just sit round and watch it. && No offence guys but its soo much better than dancing with the stars! Lol after all we did start it :P:P

With my grandad and him telling the worse jokes ever, and how he looks at my grandma even after nearly 50 years of marriage

&&& being with my best friend, in silence watching tv knowing we don't need to talk to enjoy each others company, or making up a new private joke we just laugh at, with those high pitch laughs we only use around each other, for months or years after making it extra special.

Theres more but these are some of the most special little things

[Santa's Helper]

This is fun!
Here's some of my favorite things (some may sound strange):

The smell of the dried leaves in the air in the fall.

When department stores put their Christmas decorations up in Sept. I love to go and just hang out in the department even if I don't buy anything. Just to be around all that Christmas stuff makes me smile.

The sound of the waves crashing onto the beach and the smell of the salty air.

Getting off the plane in Hawaii. The obvious reason is because I'm in Hawaii but, being there gives me an overwhelming feeling of peace just like I feel during Christmas.

One of my absolute favorite things is when it snows really, really bad to the point that the roads are to bad to drive on. As long as I don't have to go anywhere it can do whatever it wants outside!

I also love the sound of tires spinning in the snow when someone gets stuck. Not mine of course, but when I all tucked into bed and someone is trying to get up the hill and their tires are spinning. I don't know why but, I love that. I guess because I know it's bad out and I'm all snuggly warm in my bed. I told you some of them are strange!

When my dog, Maggie, greets me at the door!

When I see my husband driving the firetruck going to a call. I think he looks sexy, all in command and everything.

When my husband comes home safe and sound after a fire call!

When my house is all nice and clean. I like to light candles and curl up on the sofa.

The smell of my candles in the house, apple spice, apple jack, baked apple pie or anything that has a warm scent to it I just love.

The smell of dinner cooking on Thanksgiving.

My family coming over for Thanksgiving dinner and hanging out for the night.

When the radio stations start playing 24 hour Christmas music.

Wrapping Christmas gifts has been a favorite thing of mine to do since I was about 12.

Decorating for the holidays.

Getting the tv schedule for upcoming Christmas shows/specials.

Christmas shopping with all of the crowds and the hustle and bustle.

Being off of work with pay for the holidays.

Getting on the scale and finding that I lost weight!

When my Aunt Ruth comes home for a visit. She lives in California and I love and miss her very much. I wish she lived closer.

The smell of fabric softener from someone's dryer vent blowing into the outside air.

When summer is over! I hate to be hot and I love the fall and winter months! The only exception I'll make to being hot is if I'm on vacation somewhere warm. Other than that, let me be cold!

When my boss takes a day off from work! It's such a nice break.

And finally, decorating for Christmas for other people. My brother, mom and the fire dept. let me decorate for them. I love it because I do whatever I want to do! It really gets me in the spirit.

[Lorn--xx]

Mine are:

Seeing my mum smile

Making someone feel happy

Doing something kind

Winter - wrapping up warm

Wrapping Christmas presents

Walking on the crunchy leaves in autumn xx

basically i love everything, im a lover not a fighter xxxxx

Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow Xxx

Lol xxxxxxxxxxxx

[Holiday]

This is fun!
Here's some of my favorite things (some may sound strange):

The smell of the dried leaves in the air in the fall.

When department stores put their Christmas decorations up in Sept. I love to go and just hang out in the department even if I don't buy anything. Just to be around all that Christmas stuff makes me smile.

The sound of the waves crashing onto the beach and the smell of the salty air.

Getting off the plane in Hawaii. The obvious reason is because I'm in Hawaii but, being there gives me an overwhelming feeling of peace just like I feel during Christmas.

One of my absolute favorite things is when it snows really, really bad to the point that the roads are to bad to drive on. As long as I don't have to go anywhere it can do whatever it wants outside!

I also love the sound of tires spinning in the snow when someone gets stuck. Not mine of course, but when I all tucked into bed and someone is trying to get up the hill and their tires are spinning. I don't know why but, I love that. I guess because I know it's bad out and I'm all snuggly warm in my bed. I told you some of them are strange!

When my dog, Maggie, greets me at the door!

When I see my husband driving the firetruck going to a call. I think he looks sexy, all in command and everything.

When my husband comes home safe and sound after a fire call!

When my house is all nice and clean. I like to light candles and curl up on the sofa.

The smell of my candles in the house, apple spice, apple jack, baked apple pie or anything that has a warm scent to it I just love.

The smell of dinner cooking on Thanksgiving.

My family coming over for Thanksgiving dinner and hanging out for the night.

When the radio stations start playing 24 hour Christmas music.

Wrapping Christmas gifts has been a favorite thing of mine to do since I was about 12.

Decorating for the holidays.

Getting the tv schedule for upcoming Christmas shows/specials.

Christmas shopping with all of the crowds and the hustle and bustle.

Being off of work with pay for the holidays.

Getting on the scale and finding that I lost weight!

When my Aunt Ruth comes home for a visit. She lives in California and I love and miss her very much. I wish she lived closer.

The smell of fabric softener from someone's dryer vent blowing into the outside air.

When summer is over! I hate to be hot and I love the fall and winter months! The only exception I'll make to being hot is if I'm on vacation somewhere warm. Other than that, let me be cold!

When my boss takes a day off from work! It's such a nice break.

And finally, decorating for Christmas for other people. My brother, mom and the fire dept. let me decorate for them. I love it because I do whatever I want to do! It really gets me in the spirit.

These made me smile reading them!! :-D As I was reading them, I was saying "yep, yep, yep" (to myself) Lol!!

[caseydbell]

The feeling of Christmas
The month of December
Blue Bell Ice cream
College Football (a holiday season warm up)
cold weather
The peace and joy at Christmas

[Mumof2]

*When the parking lots freeze and you dont need ice skates,just ya sneakers to "skate" on!
*Wrapping the gifts.
*My big fat black cat Salem.
*makig bread
*Watching the snow fall with no TV's on,just silence
*sledding
*Winter naps on Sundays

[Lorn--xx]

i also love spending time with my mum... she is most deffinatly my best friend forever!! xx

playing with my sisters kitten awwwww

[yolie8174]

Rainy Days
watching the simpsons with my son
a box of chocolates
Thunder
Cloudy days
windy days
playing with my dog
the smell of a new baby (not poopy diaper)
Midnight on Christmas eve
the smell of cookies baking
christmas music

[Ms_Speedy_Elf]

* Hearing the bird's singing early of the morning

*Sleeping with the window's open at night to let the gentle breeze in.

*Having the window's open during the day to enjoy nature's "air conditioner"

*A Clean house

*New fallen snow .LOTS of snow :snowball:

*A BEAUTIFUL sun rise or sunset

*Yard Sales & Flea market's

*Finding new Christmas ornament's at the store's

*My favorite NASCAR driver winning

* Multi Colored leaves in the fall

*Snuggling with my boyfriend

* a warm sweater,warm sock's

*English Toffee cappachino

*Extreme Home make overs (I love any type of true feel good stories)

* My Boxer dog wagging her little nubby tail

* My Greater Swiss Mountain dog setting with his paws crossed(never seen a dog do that before)

* I love the smell of something being cooked on the grill

*Being inside a warm house when its cold on the outside

*hugs from my boyfriend.

* kissing my boyfriend on the top of the head or on the forehead . ( He's 5'3" ...I'm 5"11" )


*Going back home to Indiana

*Seeing my daughter (she lives in Oklahoma )

[trackrebel]

just loggin on MMC and see all my Christmas friends

being with my grandparents....I love them so, so, so much....on Easter Day this year...I was sitting with them...Kandice was playing with her new toys and eating Easter-chocolate...it suddenly hit me...that they won´t be there forever...of course I didn´t say that....but it almost made me cry...actually....I´m chokin up right now again...just thinking bout losing them or my mother one day

hearing my daughter burst out laughing

eatin a great hamburger

riding rollercoasters

seeing cats running around in the nature

seeing deer (where I live....You very seldom see them free)

hearing some early 90s WestCoast Hip Hop

listening to Janet´s Again

getting hugged by my daughter

my daughter telling me "Is lieb dis mommy" proper German "Ich liebe Dich" translation I love You

[JOHNOR]

being with my grandparents....I love them so, so, so much....on Easter Day this year...I was sitting with them...Kandice was playing with her new toys and eating Easter-chocolate...it suddenly hit me...that they won´t be there forever...of course I didn´t say that....but it almost made me cry...actually....I´m chokin up right now again...just thinking bout losing them or my mother one day

i hear you there tanja, i am so close to my mum's mum. she is a wonderful woman, and at the age of 89 i can't help but realise she won't be with us forever. her and my mother are my world, i would find it virtually impossible to be without them.

[trackrebel]

I could just cry now...no kidding....same here...my mom is my queen....and so is my grandma...and my grandpa, too....ok...he´s my king then....since he´s male....they are so important to me, it´s unbelievable

[mistletoe misfit]

Seeing excitement and joy on my childrens faces (especially on Christmas morning)
Hugs or kisses from my children
Knowing and hearing that my husband still loves me as much as I love him
The first snowfall
Watching our DD6 catch snowflakes on her tongue each year during that first snowfall
Watching our three children sleeping (especially if they have all fallen asleep together)
Great topic!!
This is just the beginning.

[Doris Walker]

What a wonderful thread.
Been reading about your little things for 2 days now (I don´t have the internet at home and have to do it in babysteps at work) and they make me really happy. Thanks.

Few of my favorite things :

-listening to "You make me feel so young" by Sinatra and "Pennies from heaven" by Louie Prima (these songs always put a smile on my face)

-wake up early and it´s really dark outside and you look out the window and see that the earth turned white during the night

-come home, in out of the cold, and my boyfriend has already lit some of my scented candles

-listen to the radio with my parents late on Friday nights

-it starts to rain and I have an umbrella

-be at home in a really bad weather, knowing that I don´t have to leave the house

-have really good friends, being able to talk to them about everything

(I´m at work, don´t have time for more but I´ll be back...)

[Mumof2]

The sound of the Ocean
Fried clams
Salt water taffy
Painting rocks with the kids.
walking on the beach and picking up sea glass
swimming at night
lunch with my girlfriends (without the kids)
A really creamy lipstick
Bubble baths
When my stylist washes my hair(or when the hubby does)

[Christmasstar]

picking fresh strawberries and turning them into jam so that when the snow is flying, I can enjoy how fresh and wonderful it tastes.

[Meceka]

Great thread!!

Just a few off the top of my head:

Hearing a song I love that I haven't heard in ages on the radio
The first sighting of a robin in spring
The sound of rain on the roof
Having my cat greet me at the door when I get home
A smile from a stranger
A happy thought about a long gone relative

[trackrebel]

watching some old cartoons
seeing a bird´s nest
seeing cats that are living outside and only come out at 7 to be fed by a gentle older man who loves them

[Snowman1971]

The smell of suntan lotion.
The smell of a pumpkin being "cooked" by a candle in it.
The first 70 degree day with no humidity at the end of summer.
Christmas lights when you plug them in for the first time.
The smell of popcorn at the movies.
The smell of carnival food.
Puppy breath.
The crunch of snow beneath your feet.

[Head Elf]

What a wonderful idea!

1. The scent of Cinnamon
2. The scent of new mown grass/hay
3. Bread Baking
4. When my dogs run through the fields
5. The way my husband looks at me (still)
6 A baby's giggle
7. Memories of Christmas past
8. putting up my Christmas trees and decorations
9. Making my Christmas cards
10.Getting Christmas cards from friends
11. Hereing a song that brings fond memories back
12. Seeing the signs of Christmas spring up
13. Parents who "play" with their children
14. baking
15. riding my motorcycle
16. staying up Christmas Eve listening for Santa or seeing where he is at
17. being on the forums with my MMC friends

[savingstar01]

having fun with my family
watching snow flakes fall
watching the waves in the sea
walking by the river
playing with my dogs
watching a good chick flick

[whitney37354]

-Hearing "Will you sleep with me mommy? I need a mommy to sleep with." "I love you mommy."
-The smell of cinnamon
-Sleeping on just cleaned sheets
-Christmas music
-A long Sunday afternoon nap
-Having DD help make her own pb&j sandwiches (it's really cute right now)
-a grilled hot dog
-the smell of hot asphalt (reminds me of going to the amusement park!)
-watching DD intently playing with her toys or "reading" books in her room

[Holiday]

-An EARLY morning bicycle ride (or walk) by the lake
-Waking up early on Saturday morning, knowing you have the WHOLE weekend ahead of you yet! :smile:
-your 1st boat ride of the summer
- a bonfire

[Mumof2]

Watching the snowfall on an empty street
The sound of leaves crunching under my feet.
Dancing randomly with my Husband.
A hayride
A sleigh ride in New Hampshire
Baking with the kids
Watching my Niece,Mckenzie grow into a Beautiful young woman (A Cancer Survivor,she's 11)
A funnt Memory that makes ya giggle
Reconnecting with old friends

[Snow-in-Texas]

Watching my wife with the pets. We have 2 dogs, 2 cats, 2 birds, several mice and a hamster, and they all get attention, and caring and loving from her. I love how she baby talks to them when she is feeding or holding them. They are all her children, and they all benefit from her compassion and love of animals.

[jenalin]

How wonderful to pause and think about these things in life. Here are a few from me:
-Hearing my husband call me by my name
-Snuggling up in sheets fresh off the line
-Baking bread from scratch
-The smell of a fresh cut lawn
-The way my dog cuddles into me before I go to bed each night
-The moment in a girl's night out when you realize your friends are absolutely wonderful
-When we visit my family in Illinois and we get off the interstate in my hometown
-Waking up and thinking it's a work day only to realize it's Saturday
-Sunday night dinner
-Hearing the first Christmas song for the season on the radio
-Watching my husband debate a topic he's passionate about
-Listening to "Wait, Wait Don't Tell Me"
-Cooking in a crockpot
-And of course, anything and everything about Christmas

[Christmaschick]

-Having a datenight
-Dancing with my Husband
-Seeing my 3 children laugh together at the same time:merry:
-A nice crisp fall night
-A pretty snowfall on Christmas Eve night and Christmas Day
-Everyone sitting together at the table for a meal
-Hearing old songs my Dad used to play
-Hearing "Because You Loved Me" by Celine Dion (reminds me of my Dad)
-My children telling me they love me
-My Mom and I laughing
-My connection with my siblings
-Spending time with my good friends
-Wrapping gifts with Christmas music playing
-Sugar cookies
-Decorating the tree and house
-Watching any kind of live performance
-Bellydancing
-Celebrating a loved ones Birthday
-Feeling like God just did "that particular thing" for me
-Seeing the glass half full as opposed to half empty
-Knowing I can make a difference in someone' life
-Baskin Robbins Ice Cream



Wow, sometimes you forget some of the things that aren't a big deal but make such a difference in your life.

[ballcoach]

Had a blast reading this thread....

1. The touch of my wife....especially at night when I am sleeping...she always puts her foot on my leg and the comfort it brings me is great!

2. The walks I have with my wife when we walk around the block, holding hands....

3. Kisses from a puppy

4. Coffee outside on a cool fall or spring morning

5. Watching the martins fly around in the spring and early summer....really hate it when they leave....

6. Coming home to a clean house

7. Hearing a child's laugh....

8. Christmas Tree Night....

9. Going to a baseball game with my Dad

10. Visiting with my mom

11. The season, the music, the fellowship, breaking bread with my family....I love Christmas!

[snowberry]

the first crisp, chilly morning after a long hot summer.
the sounds of my grandchildren at a holiday get together.
pumpkin spice candles
fire in a fireplace
home made hot chocolate
A clean, newly decorated house.
watching a new baby sleeping.
looking through old photo albums and remembering.
a fan letter or email.
going for a walk and smelling the scent of wood smoke in the air.

Could go on forever. :)

snowberry (who thanks Jesus for the little things)

[Dukicin1]

The fact that my 13-year old daughter still wants to hold my hand in public and will still kiss me hello, goodbye, good night, and good morning, even when her friends are over.

The fact that my son replies, "Love you more" every time I tell him I love him (he's 15).

Having my daily journal up-to-date.

When my husband calls me from work because he's wondering what I'm up to.

Taking thousands (literally) of pictures every month of the kids, nature, family, etc. - I just love digital cameras!

The smell of fresh mincemeat or plum pudding filling my kitchen.

Listening to Christmas music all year long whenever I'm so inclined.

Coming home from work on Friday afternoon and my kids telling me that they are so glad it's the weekend and I don't have to go work tomorrow.

Warm double chocolate chip cookies fresh out of the oven.

Puppy kisses from my parents new black yorkie puppy. They're not really kisses -- more like love bites.

Watching SciFi movies all day Saturday with my son.
Watching Christmas specials all year with my daughter.

Everyone is right, I could go on and on. What a wonderful thread. It really helps put everything in perspective.
:hello:

[made582]

The smell of a campfire
Being able to walk through the woods after the leaves have changed
Fresh Cinnamon Rolls
My niece calling me just to tell me she loves me
And Many More

[Mumof2]

Fresh clean laundry.
Iced Tea.
My cat purring on my lap.
Watching my kids sleep.
A Christmas candle in may.
A steak & cheese sub from D'Angelo.
Fried Clams in the cape.
giving myself a manicure.
Driving my truck,windows down and listening to her roar!

[xmas365]

A steak & cheese sub from D'Angelo.


Best Steak and cheese in New England! I haven't had one in awhile though.

[rockchild]

These are all wonderful, thank you so much for sharing all of your favorite little things. I read them all and love majority of them!!

I too love freshly washed sheets! Especially my fleece sheets, they are SO warm and SO soft.

I love new clothes. When you buy them, can't wait to wear it and feel confidant and wonderful.

I love scented candles, especially Christmas ones.

Hot chocolate with whipped cream!

The smell of fall in the air.

Crunchy leaves under my shoes and the all the fall colors.

A cool winter day with a nice warm sweater or jacket.

A warm fire in winter.

Putting up xmas lights and the xmas tree on Thanksgiving. The smell of turkey with the tree lit is just wonderful.

The smell of a freshly cut tree or real wreath.

The first turning on of the xmas lights or turning on the tree for the first time.

Fresh socks. Fresh pajamas.

Snuggling and watching tv or a movie.

Hugs from my almost two year old niece.

Taking out the Halloween and Christmas decorations.

Christmas music whenever I want. Especially the classics, or my favs, they make me smile and feel warm inside.

Relaxing at home and doing nothing!

The sight of snow! I love the snow. I don't live in it but live near it. I think snow and Christmas go together and hopefully someday I can have a white christmas.

My fav shows, with my fav food/snack or dessert.

A warm soft blanket

[White Christmas]

A day off work to spend with my 7-month-old daughter.

A night at home with my family.

A good book that I wish wouldn't end.

Christmas music in May.

[whitney37354]

Going this afternoon to watch DD graduate from daycare. It'll be sad and funny at the same time!

[JOHNOR]

hearing a newborn baby cry...

going for a coffee with a good friend....

when somebody comments on how beautiful your child is....

vodka :D

so, come on MMCer's, what other little things make life great? i love this thread, it really does help put things into perspective. i recommend anyone having a bad day relaxes with a drink of choice and reads through it....

[caninemom3]

Being able to be free in my opinion, thoughts and actions

Being able to buy what I want at the grocery store

My sister and brother-in-law's continued good health

My furchildren, Wishbone, Ivy, Clancy, Goblin, Punkin' and Smokey and their absolutely unconditional love

Listening to Christmas music any time I want and also my favorite band Third Day

A stranger holding a door open for me as he or she exits ahead of me

My vision being restored after cataract surgery in my left eye to 20/20 making it possible to read and see clearly again

Putting up my Christmas tree !!! And reveling in seeing all the decorations as though I am seeing them for the first time as each one is unwrapped after its year of rest

Knowing there is Someone far greater than anyone in this world and that there is a place much better than this


:tree:

[JOHNOR]

just thought i'd re-visit this thread as it really cheers me up cheesy

having a coffee really early in the morning with nobody else around, just a nice, peaceful half hour for me and my coffee!

my dolce gusto coffee machine, really don't think i could live without it!

when my 20 month old precious daughter goes to bed (around 7.30pm) and i can kick back and relax and have some "me" time

going for a chinese meal and a few drinks with my girlfriends to have a catch up and a gossip

spending time with my mum. i love it when my daughter and i spend the afternoon at her house. i love watching them interacting together.

[whitney37354]

Swimming with DH & DD in my parent's pool. Just something about it made me so happy. I guess I was reminded of the many carefree summer days I had spent at the lake or in a pool as a child.

[JOHNOR]

coffee and cake

the smell of rose essential oil

starbucks cheese and ham paninis

having a lie in

a freshly made bed

episodes of frasier

putting on new, comfortable, cosy pyjamas

[MerryBells]

Yankee Candles "Harvest" candle
Sleeping in on Saturday
Fireflies
Singing Cicadas
Thunderstorms
Chocolate snowballs with marshmallow
Subs from Captain Harvey's
My Christmas spinning ornaments

There are too many other little things that make me happy...too numerous to count. I love how the biggest blessings are in the little things.

[JOHNOR]

christmas carols

church hymns

sunday roast dinner

cocktails with friends

ben and jerry's ice cream sundaes

waking up early in the winter and going outside in the cold and mist before anybody is up and out.. it's so peaceful

going to my local carvery for a turkey dinner, it's so christmassy and cosy in their, even in june.

my sister

the rain in november

[elf bazaar]

Christmas music
gingerbread
walking my dogs early in the morning while the world is still asleep
smiling
sunshine
christmas eve

[Laney]

Childfree trips to the grocery store!

[JOHNOR]

Childfree trips to the grocery store!

hahahaha!!!! :D

that's one for my list too!

[JOHNOR]

dim sum

chocolate milkshakes

the smell of fresh cut grass

the smell of a bonfire in the crisp autumn air

sitting in starbucks on a seat at the window, sipping a christmas drink in december and watching the world go by....

visiting london, it's so beautiful

afternoon tea - scones with clotted cream and jam, finger sandwiches, mini cakes and pastries

going out for breakfast with my fiance

taking my daughter to the park and for long walks in her pram

[caninemom3]

Listening to Christmas Carols (esp. Nat King Cole singing The Christmas Song)

Reading

Reading Christmas Books

Paper Dolls

Time Spent with my sister on one of our unique adventures

Time spent with my furchildren, especially my Wishbone. I love to gather him up in my arms and look into his eyes, even though they have gray around them now.

Getting on the scale and NOT gaining !

Talking to God as I perceive Him

Going to Mass

Getting ANYTHING NEW about polar bears !

[trackrebel]

seeing kandice smile
listening to warren g. and snoop dogg
watching roseanne
watching and playing basketball
seeing marion jones do any sport....she is just too good at anything
cuddling my cat
visitin my grandparents
the feeling you have, when u drink water after being thirsty for some time....like during a soccer or hockey or basketball game

[JOHNOR]

love your last one track, such a good one!

chilling on the couch watching a dvd with a mulled wine in the winter months

getting a hug from my fiance, they are amazing

getting an aromatherapy massage

having a date night with my fiance

laying in bed when it's a thunderstorm outside

[Christmasstar]

having an air conditioner that works
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[xmas365]

Stanley Cup Playoffs

[Sabine]

the smell of the first Snow before its snowing
to see the first Christmas Decoration in the Stores and Streets
to see the laughing in Children's Eyes
to feel and see the wonder of the Nature
to taste a good dinner after a hard day

[happyelf]

Rainbows - I saw a double one last night.

Planning our pre Christmas Break.

Watching the children dance to christmas music and knowing they share my love for the season.

Smell of Starbuck Christmas blend - I stock up and have one in hand as we speak!
:tree:

[Mumof2]

Finding papers with my Fathers writtin' on it.

Havin' a washer & dryer that works!

[snowflake85]

1. morning coffee
2. falling leaves
3. first frost
4. first daffodils
5. first snow
6 bubble bath
7. rainy days
8. watermelon
9. the smell of elderberry in the summer
10. starry nights
11. dawn
12. cinnamon candle
13. the smell of freshly cut grass and hay ...

[happyelf]

The first chocolate from the box cheesy

Holiday brochures - and the dreams of exotic shores that accompany them.

Popping the lid over a jar of coffee (we actually argue over whos doing this!)

Receiving our first christmas card of the year.

Watching the childrens assemblies (I always cry)

[MsChristmas]

I also love to revisit this thread cheesy... how can you not smile and be reminded of the simple things in life reading through all of these...

I have posted here before back in 2008 but wanted to add a few more!

Watching my Boys grow up... its sad and goes by too fast but its also exciting... they are turning into little Boys..they arent Babies anymore!

My Boys kissing me and telling me they love me.. my oldest (4 1/2 years old) wants to marry me he says HAHA

Wrapping Christmas gifts with Christmas music playing

The first Christmas song that is played on the radio to start of the season

The quietness of an early morning

Having a nice big Sunday dinner… with my parents and brother all around the table too

Hearing the ice cream truck

Checking on my Boys when they are sleeping

[sgrenoble]

A calm quiet winter's night, my duaghters smile, and a quiet evening in with my wife.

[MerryBells]

Fireflies

[Meceka]

Playful kittens

[George Broderick, Jr.]

Cinnamon Life cereal

[Meceka]

Christmas Word Stew

[Mumof2]

Watchin' my kids play,together and not one fight.

the way my dog greets us at the door,his whole back-side wiggles.

[maggie2]

Some of the things that make my day:
Our dog, Einstein, being a goof ball (he runs down the stairs on 3 legs and holds his back left leg up)
My granddaughter's smile
Finding great bargains at garage sales for our antique booths
Garage sale-ing with my hubby
When my hair behaves as I want it to
Seeing the mountains
Sunshine

[Cetacea]

This Idea ist great! Here my list of things that I have on the top of my head:

- a good Book
- chocolate
- hot milk with honey
- candles of all sorts
- walking through a quiet forest or some hills
- sitting at the lake and watch the ducks
- cozy pillows
- getting postcards from all over the world
- a freshly snowed landscape

More will probably follow :-)

[snowflake22]

Family & friends, our pets, pizza, chocolate, books, movies, rainy days, road trips, girl's night out, date night, walks, boat rides, photos.
I could go on & on! Love this thread :)