How To Be Happy Today

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Why Am I Writing About Happiness??

Pretty much to remind myself of the fact that if I want to be happy, I can't just sit around and wait for someone else to do it for me. No one can make ME happy but ME! And strangely enough I have had that power all along. I can decide to be miserable or I can decide to be happy. It's that simple. I have decided that I am going to be happy today... and probably tomorrow as well!


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Okay... 6 Desserts To Make Me Happy 

1. Really gooey brownies with ice cream
2. Rice Pudding made with oodles of whipping cream
3. Really thick chocolate milkshakes (that is just as good as dessert)
4. Hot Sugar Pie with Ice Cream
5. Apple Crisp straight from the oven... with ice cream again.
6. Chocolate Cake with tons of frosting! (from Hersheys)

Okay I know... as a pre-diabetic, I'm not supposed to eat stuff like this, but every once in a while I allow myself one spoonful of my husband's dessert.

6.... I'm adding a new one. I just discovered sugar free ice cream bars! Now you might wonder why that is so unusual. Well, it's January, I'm in Florida and it's okay to eat ice cream when the temps are in the 70s ;) I could get very used to this place! At home it's -15 centigrade. That's cold!!!
7. I love muffins and I can have them if I control the sugar! I'm down to 1/4 cup and while they might take some getting use to at first... I love the other flavors that are suddenly coming through!
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Things That Make Me Happy Today! 

It really doesn't take a lot. I'm quite happy with a good strong cup of coffee. Just something soothing about it. And these days, I'm drinking it black. I thought that adding Half and Half, which I tended to prefer over regular milk, was just adding to the build-up in my arteries, which I really didn't need. And oh yes, A nice glass of red wine is also something that I do find very relaxing later in the day.

So, what is making me happy today??

I'm going shopping today. Christmas is frighteningly close, but I haven't begun to feel the spirit as of yet. At the moment, I'm trying to get used to living in a new house, a new city and a new country. This is hard!! Hopefully a little shopping can help!

The day is shaping up to be one gorgeous day... going out for a walk. :)

Several friends who have realized the situation that I am in at the moment took time out of their busy schedules to offer me advice. There are some amazing people out there!

Went for a nice long walk all by myself. It was a quiet morning and I had the street all to myself. Very peaceful!

Things To Add To Your Happy List 

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A Walk on the Beach

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A Cup of Coffee

My husband has learned to make an amazing latte us more...4 points

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Getting positive comments on my lenses

Ahh the simple things in life :-)4 points

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Chocolate

As I'm sitting here a piece of white chocolate is more...3 points

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A smile and a hug

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Watching the babies play

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A Foot Massage

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An Ice Cream Cone

Maple Walnut is my favorite at the moment, but you more...2 points

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A Scalp Massage

Nothing relaxes me faster than someone massaging m more...2 points

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chick peas

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The Mall

Nothing makes me happier than wandering around loo more...1 point

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almond chocolate

the fine taste of candy at the height of the day, more...1 point

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Music.

Lying down, eyes closed, headphones on. Bliss!1 point

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Walk barefoot

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Compliment Someone...

It always cheers me up when I give a compliment to more...1 point

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For all you comedy lovers
I love to laugh
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A clean and shiny kitchen sink!

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A hug from someone you love!

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A relaxing foot run

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*Choose Swiss Cheese For Happiness 

What could be better than an afternoon of cheese and whole wheat crackers? Not only does it taste great, it contains vitamin B12, which can keep the worry tendencies in hand. How can it work such a miracle? It's the Serotonin and Norepinephrine that is produced by this combination. A little bit of happiness thanks to an afternoon snack.

Happiness... Scenting Your Own Candles

Did you know that unscented candles will pick up whatever scent that is close to them? Pack away a few with some lavender buds and a week or so later... lavender scented candles... for pennies. And yes, candles will make you happy!

The Infamous Treadmill Dance to make you HAPPY! 

You have to love this! Sorry about the song being stuck in your mind the rest of the day. ;) But, you will go around with a happy grin on your face all day!

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Chocolate To The Rescue

Need just a wee bit of a treat to get that old blood sugar up a bit. I just broke off ONE SQUARE from a dark chocolate/nut/raisin bar and savored every last bit of it. I feel better already!

Deciding Whether To Be Happy Today 

If you have been following my so called life lol, you will know that I have been pretty much living with my dentist, periodontist, endodontist for the past couple of months. In a couple of weeks, it all comes to an end. I will have the last procedure done! My Root Canals will be history. And for that I am happy.

Have you entered anything in your Gratitude Journal yet today?? It's been gathering dust?? Actually I was just reading that you should try to write down the 25 most important things in your life if that is the case. Sort of reminds you of what has been going on in your life in the past few months that you can be grateful for!.

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Happiness is Puttering In the Garden 

It is thought that puttering in the garden is a great way to relax...

... but it doesn't work for me...

... so if it doesn't work for you either and you've been wondering what on earth is wrong with you... NOTHING AT ALL. Some things are not going to work for all people. The trick is to find what works for you and then do it... a lot!

What you find relaxing is all that counts. Actually, I do find thumbing through a gardening magazine relaxing. I wonder if that counts??

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Where To Look For Happiness 

Well, you can stop looking right now, because if you are hoping to find it in a box, on your next holiday, right around the corner, you won't find it. And so many of us make that mistake. We go looking for it SOMEWHERE ELSE. And you are never going to find it because...

Happiness is already inside of you! It's as easy as thinking happy thoughts. It might seem too simple, but try it this afternoon. Head outside, breathe in the fresh air, listen to the birds chirping and I can guarantee that you will come back into the house feeling happier than when you went out!

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Happiness... It's this simple! 

Happiness- Henry David Thoreau




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Be Nice To Yourself Day 

Did you beat yourself up over anything today? It's an easy thing to do but for just one day... to start, we are going to make today... BE NICE TO YOURSELF DAY. That means that you are going to get up and do something special for yourself. Take a bubble bath and NOT shave your legs. You might curl up with a mushy novel and read for the sheer pleasure of it... whatever appeals to you today.

Not sure what I'm going to do today! It's 7:30 on a Saturday morning and I'm the first one awake. I just might head down to breakfast. I'm kind of in the mood for pancakes!

Over and out ;) and sweet dreams. I have indeed been good to myself today.

You Are in Charge

Christmas is not very far away and things might not be working out as you planned, but remember, you are in charge. Plan something special for today and concentrate on that. I'm thinking that I just might bundle up and go for a nice long walk today. Good thoughts today... all day long!

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What You Need To Be Happy

Remember happiness doesn't depend upon who you are or what you have; it depends solely upon what you think.

Dale Carnegie

*IT ALL DEPENDS ON WHAT YOU THINK... a very hard concept to get your head around, but life would be a lot more enjoyable if we could put it into play.

5 Things You Need to Be Happy 

1. Have a few good friends. Actually the more you have, the happier you will be.

2. Do something that you enjoy. That sometime means making a list to refer to. I have about 123 things on my list to choose from. On any given day, one of them is going to appeal to me.

3. Learn something new each day.

4. Have a place in your house that is soothing.

5. Spend some time on your hobbies. Work shouldn't take up all of your day. This can be a tough one. I know this from experience.

Happy for No Reason: 7 Steps to Being Happy from the Inside Out

Go and Sit in the Park 

Take a little time and go and sit in a park. Now listen to all of the children laughing. I read somewhere that kids laugh about ten times more often in a day than adults do. That means that we used to laugh more often. We suddenly get serious in our old age?? I think that I'm going to try to laugh at least once an hour. Surely, I should be able to laugh that many times during a day. How about you? How many times did you laugh today??

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Feeling Stressed?? 

Massage will take it all away. I can be feeling miserable but the minute my husband begins to massage my feet, it all just drains away. It also lowers your blood pressure which is probably a little high if you are stressed and here's something interesting... if you are relaxed, suddenly you are more creative. And that's always a good thing!!

The Coca Cola Happiness Factory 

I wonder if my sister knows about this lol... she works for the company!

Coca-Cola Happiness Factory

This TV commercial takes you on a journey through a Coca-Cola vending machine into a fantasy land full of wondrous characters and spectacular landscapes, known as the Coca-Cola Happiness Factory. Get rewards inspired by Coca-Cola TV commercials at MyCokeRewards.com.

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Finding Patience 

I have always had a hard time with patience and the book that I am reading at the moment Tibetan Meditation: Practical Teachings And Step-by-step Exercises on How to Live in Harmony, Peace, And Happiness (Meditation) and it brought up the very topic in the chapter I'm reading.

Patience... I don't have any. I want things right now. I hate to wait. The same thing goes for my work. I want to see results. I especially liked this quote... "Without patience life is like tilling a field with no horse to pull the plow - the furrows are shallow and crooked, and the work is hard and frustrating."

It's obviously time to start learning patience.

That Muffin Recipe I Promised 

1 cup skim milk
1 cup bran
*Place both together in a bowl and leave bran to soak up the milk

1 cup flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
pinch of salt
handful of chopped walnuts
*stir all to combine

Pour bran mixture into dry mixture and then add
1/3 cup of oil
1 egg
¼ cup brown sugar NOT PACKED
½ tsp vanilla

Stir all until batter is smooth. I don't like to bite into a lump of baking soda so I stir the mixture big time. Batter is NOT lumpy.

Spray/butter or use baking cups and fill 12 muffin wells until you run out of batter. Bake in a relatively hot oven (375 degrees) for about 25 minutes. Remove from oven and turn out onto a cooling rack.

Another 5 Things to Be Happy About 

Are you wondering why I keep featuring these lists?? I do have a reason. We tend to dwell on things that go wrong in our lives. We need to remind ourselves that things go right too.
  • * I have my Mom visiting for an entire week and I'm enjoying it big time. She has sooo many stories to share.

    * I slept well last night. I have been suffering from insomnia and an aching back for some time now. If it's not one, it's the other. Last night, I turned on the electric blanket and drifted off to sleep. It was heavenly.

    * We have found the coolest stuff to decorate the house. Maybe putting the house up for sale has it's perks after all. Have you ever noticed that keeping a house clean and tidy is so much easier if there is a place for everything. That's turning out to be the case.

    * My son is coming for a visit in a couple of weeks. Doesn't matter how old they get, your kids will always be your babies.

    * I'm going to curl up with a coffee and read another chapter of the book I'm working my way through.

    * I'm looking forward to lunch. It's going to be soup and a toasted tomato sandwich. I just love toasted tomato sandwiches with pepper.

    See... you can have lots of little things that will make you happy. You don't have to wait for something major to happen.!!

On Today's To-Do List 

If it's warm enough (and I'm getting really tired of saying that), take a book outside and read. There is nothing more relaxing. A really simple way to let the rest of the world go by while you lose yourself in another world.

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Where to Start

The first step is to find out what you love - and don't be practical about it. The second step is to start doing what you love immediately, in any small way possible.

Barbara Sher

Think About It

Many of us did not learn to be responsible when we were growing up and we find as adults, we don't know how to lead balanced and meaningful lives.

Tibetan Meditation (Book I'm Reading)

On Today's To-Do List

Think big thoughts, but relish small pleasures.
H. Jackson Brown Jr.

What will be your small pleasure today??

Making Me Happy Today 

I love the scent of freshly laundered sheets and my laundry is all done for the day, fresh sheets and pillowcases on all the beds and tonight I'm going to curl up with a novel and then drift off to sleep. I just might add a glass of red wine to the list and really make it something to look forward to. Okay, maybe some chocolate too. I'm on a roll!

Today's Funny

The statistics on sanity are that one out of every four Americans are suffering from some form of mental illness. Think of your three best friends. If they're okay, then it's you. - Rita Mae Brown

Did that put a grin on your face??

My Happy Door Is Open For Business :) 

Amazing how much better you feel in the morning when you have slept a solid ten hours. Went shopping yesterday and I was in bed my ten. Mood... very good. :) And it is the weekend but I think that it was the fact that I got sooooo much sleep!

You have opened your Happy Door right? It's the door that lets all the good stuff into your day. I've written about it before on this lens if you are scratching your head. Go and take a look. :)

Another Happy Quote

"There are home you run from and homes you run to."
Laura Cunningham

*I'm hoping that I have made a home that my kids will always want to run to, regardless of how old they are.

:)

It's Tuesday and I'm Happy 

1. It was my birthday yesterday and even though I'm a year older, I don't feel it! I think that I've stopped aging. ;)

2. We have another house showing this afternoon... maybe today is the day. Have to be optomistic. :)

3. I'm having pizza for lunch.

4. I had a couple of spoonfuls of a Dairy Queen Blizzard yesterday. Doesn't get much better than that.

5. I'm going to put my feet up for a half hour this afternoon and read for the sheer pleasure of it. :)

6. I have one more... just spotted a book that I must have... Relaxing into Your Being

Have You Opened Your Happiness Door Today? 

Apparently, everyone has one, but whether we open it is entirely up to us. If it's closed, the happiness can't get in. (My daughter likes to point that out to me whenever I'm in a mood) And it works. My door is always open these days. :)

Great Stuff on eBay 

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Cookies for Santa 

It just makes you feel good. :)

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Amazon Spotlight - 365 Simple Pleasures 

365 Simple Pleasures

365 Simple Pleasures

by: Susannah Seton

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I just opened the book to July 21st. For that day, the simple pleasure is to participate in a Seed Spitting Contest in your own back yard. Have to admit... I've never done that!

New YouTube vids 

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Think of 5 

I want you to spend a little time today thinking about things that you enjoyed as a child and DON'T let your subconscious ruining it by reminding you of little things that are connected. We really need to learn how to control our subconscious because it ruins things for us every chance it gets. Here's an example... I had a drop dead gorgeous boyfriend one summer and I have tons of great memories. But my subconscious immediately jumps in and reminds me of the fights that we had during those two months. Why do I need to remember those now?? We are talking about two 20 year olds and now NONE of it makes any difference. He went on to marry someone else and so did I. The only thing that I want to dwell on are the fun times we had.

*So be on the watchout for your annoying subconscious who wants to do nothing more than ruin stuff for us.

Did You Know 

I was just reading that stress can manifest itself in an incredibly itchy scalp. I have had this problem for years and attributed everything but stress as a cause. Never occurred to me. So, I'm hoping that if I can control my stress, I cal also calm the itch! Sound like a win win situation to me!!

Not Having a Good Day 

My expression started out today looking pretty much like that poor little dog in the corner. I'm tired, my back is aching and I feel simply horrid. I guess everyone gets days like that. But I'm not going to lose an entire day because of stress.

I need to do some big time relaxing today... to get my head back to where it needs to be. It would be really nice to be happy EVERY DAY, but yes, I do have my bad days too.

But I'm not going to let it get the best of me. I'm going to put my Ipod on and take a nice long walk. The sun is shining, the snow is melting and that's what I should be holding on to. Not the fears of what is coming next.

One of my other lenses (Staging Your House and Getting It Sold) talks all about what we are going through at the moment. In one way, I'm excited at the possibility of moving to another country and another part of me is scared silly.

Think About It

Life: It began in mystery, and it will end in mystery, but what a savage and beautiful country lies in between!

It's that in between part that we have to make the most of. Time to go exploring this afternoon lol... remember doing that as a kid??

Best Friends 

Remember how you used to play with your sisters?? It's time to reconnect. Friends come and go. Your sister will always be your sister.

Give her a call :)

Just a Reminder 

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About Making Decisions 

While I was growing up, my parents made all of my decisions for me and I was quite happy to let them. Unfortunately, now I find it very difficult to make a decision on my own. I much prefer someone (my husband) to make the major decisions. I'm only telling you this so that you don't make the same mistake with your kids. Let them make little decisions that will teach them that it is important to know the consequences, but to learn that they too CAN MAKE THEIR OWN DECISIONS. It shouldn't be something that they fear!

My Picks for Today 

The A to Z Guide to Raising Happy, Confident Kids

The A to Z Guide to Raising Happy, Confident Kids

by: Dr. Jenn Berman

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10 Critical Thinking Card Games: Easy-to-Play, Reproducible Card and Board Games That Boost Kids' Critical Thinking Skills-and Help Them Succeed on Tests

10 Critical Thinking Card Games: Easy-to-Play, Reproducible Card and Board Games That Boost Kids' Critical Thinking Skills-and Help Them Succeed on Tests

by: Elaine Richard

Amazon Price: $9.35 (as of 11/27/2009) Buy Now

Helping Your Kids Make Good Choices: Guiding Your Kids in a World Full of Options, Encouraging Parents of All Ages and Stages

Helping Your Kids Make Good Choices: Guiding Your Kids in a World Full of Options, Encouraging Parents of All Ages and Stages

by: Kendra Smiley

Amazon Price: (as of 11/27/2009) Buy Now

Getting Through to Your Kids

Getting Through to Your Kids

by: Michael Popkin, Robyn Freedman Spizman

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What If THIS Happened 

For some reason, it is easier to think of bad things happening than it is good things. For example, as I was coming up to my office this morning, I was carrying a cup of coffee. The first thing that I thought of was%u2026 what if I spilled my coffee on the carpet?? What a mess it would make and seeing that we just put the house up for sale, it's just one thing that I don't need to happen. Did you notice, I thought of something negative? Why didn't I think of something positive about the coffee? It would have been just as easy to think about something incredible like winning a gazillion dollars in a contest having something to do with coffee, than to think of making a mess. Seeing that it's my thoughts, it could have been anything at all. I chose negative. Do you see where I'm going with this??

So, today, we are going to day dream a positive WHAT IF%u2026 *What would it be like if (fill in the blank with something awesome) happened today? Now sit back with a cup of coffee and enjoy your day dream.

Start Your Own Journal of Thanks 

When we are at our lowest, we usually feel that the world is against us. Nothing is going our way and we have nothing to be thankful for. Usually, that is the furthest thing from the truth. If someone/anyone stops to think about it, they really can come up with a list and it will probably be a lot longer than you ever imagined. You simply have to stop feeling miserable and take the time to think about what you have to be thankful about. So today, I want you to start your own Journal of Thanks and each day write down what you received.

There are going to be days when it is harder than other days, but that is exactly the time when you want to sit down with a cup of tea, sit by the window and simply relax and watch what is going on right in front of you. Before very long, what you need to be thankful for will suddenly be right in front of your eyes.

Forget All Of Your Troubles

If you want to forget all your other troubles, wear too tight shoes.

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Lol... I know from experience

Happy Faces 

When was the last time you smiled??

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Your project for today 

Do something completely different from your daily schedule. For me, it was an entire afternoon of gardening. That involved digging up one poor hibiscus that didn't manage the winter, moving one healthy hibiscus to a new location and planting two hydrangea bushes. Can't wait to see them in bloom. The card said that they are a lime green??

I'm exhausted but quite happy considering just how much I'm aching at the moment lol...

Wednesday's 5 Things To Be Happy About 

1. Today I thumbed through an old magazine over a cup of tea. Yeah, I have this bad habit of never throwing away a magazine, but there are times when they can come in very handy.

2. I spent an hour yesterday whipping up a batch of muffins that are incredibly low in sugar and I sort of cut back on the oil too. Didn't seem to make a big difference so I'm penciling that into the recipe. (Recipe coming next)

3. I'm going shopping today. It's my people watching and latte day.

4. I have been paying close attention to my posture lately and I have noticed a marked difference in my back aches. Imagination or can bad posture cause that much pain?

5. It has been a long miserable winter and I've been cooped up way too long. I'm going to bundle up and go for a walk around the block.

Another Reason to Smile 

My daughter is designing me one GORGEOUS pergola. I'm REALLY happy that she decided to take landscape design in school! My garden is becoming quite amazing if I do say so myself. ;)

Happiness is a Nice Smelling Room 

I don't know why this is true, but I did read it somewhere and decided to try it out. I had picked up this room fragrance spray from one of my favourite decorating stores. They were featuring this Kiwi Pear potpourri for spring and I fell in love with the scent the minute I took a sniff. And then I noticed that they also sold bottle of the fragrance for scenting the room. So what do I use it for?? Each Monday when I change the towels in the bathroom, I finish them off with a light misting. Now every time I go into the bathroom, that's what I can smell. And the minute summer arrives, I'm going to check out the scent that they have chosen for summer and treat my towels to a brand new scent!!

*And yes, fragrance can lift the spirits!

Today's 5 Things To Be Happy About Today 

  • I baked muffins with just 1/4 cup of sugar... will provide recipe in the near future.

    Have tonight's TV schedule all ready planned. Yes, occasionally there is something good to watch

    I re-arranged my office today and the room looks twice as big.

    I nearly have 10,000 steps clocked on pedometer. By bed, I shall be over... it's the rule. ;)

    I read a few pages on meditation today. I can usually read more, but it was a hectic day today!

Today's Happiness Quote 

Man is fond of counting his troubles, but he does not count his joys. If he counted them up as he ought to, he would see that every lot has enough happiness provided for it. *Fyodor Dostoevsky

Okay, hand up... I'm guilty. I am scared to death to think of the future because all I see are the potential problems. Had a long chat with darling daughter today and we turned the "problem" around. Instead of the house taking months and months to sell, it's going to go within a week and we are going to have bidding war. We are going to receive more than the asking price. Yes, that's what I'm going to keep telling myself. I've been reading lately that you attract whatever is on your mind. I'm going to start concentrating on what I want lol...

Altering Books 

I'm altering books which is really quite naughty. I was taught never to fold a page, mark in a book or in any way deface it, but I stopped by DIMacdonalds lens of book altering and I was hooked. It's suddenly my little secret and I'm having the time of my life. Okay, I haven't cut up a book yet, but I am decorating some of the pages with water color pencils I know, I know I'm still a newbie at this so I'm going one step at a time. Part of me is still feeling incredibly guilty for doing it.

Altered Books
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A Little Stocking Stuffer For You 

As I find really cool stuff, I will post it here. There's nothing quite like something absolutely free to create a little happiness. Hey, every little bit helps.

Rimmel Jelly Gloss

Happy Holidays

And if there isn't one handy at the time of year that you are reading this... make one up!

BE HAPPY!

Today's Reminder

What are you doing for fun today?? Most of us spend way too much time working. Each day do at least one thing for fun!

Something To Think About 

When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us.
Helen Keller

A Happiness Quote For a Saturday Afternoon 

Happiness is to be found along the way, not at the end of the road, for then the journey is over and it is too late. Today, this hour, this minute is the day, the hour, the minute for each of us to sense the fact that life is good, with all of its trials and troubles, and perhaps more interesting because of them.

Robert R. Updegraff

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Evolution of Dance

The funniest 6 minutes you will ever see! Remember how many of these you have done! Follow @ http://www.twitter.com/judsonlaipply Check my book out at http://www.mightaswelldance.com http://www.theevolutionofdance.com - for more info including song list!

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Amazon Spotlight 

Happiness Now

Happiness Now!: Timeless Wisdom for Feeling Good FAST

Happiness Now!: Timeless Wisdom for Feeling Good FAST

by: Robert Holden

Amazon Price: $10.17 (as of 11/27/2009)Buy Now

Loved this book so much, I went out and bought the CD set as well. Robert's even on Twitter... be sure to check him out. This man knows everything about being happy!

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I'm going to do my best to find you one new little way to bring contentment into your life every single day... Everyone needs help every once in a while. ;) Here's to taking baby steps as we explore How To Be Content With What You Have Oka...

Elmer's All Multipurpose White Glue 

Elmer's All Multipurpose White Glue, 7 5/8 oz. (E379)

Elmer's All Multipurpose White Glue, 7 5/8 oz. (E379)

Amazon Price: $1.72 (as of 11/27/2009)Buy Now

You really can't be too happy if you have a splinter in your finger... right? Well, I have a little trick to share. Squeeze out a little glue over the area containing the splinter and allow the glue to dry. Once it has completely dried, simply peel off the glue and the splinter comes out like magic.

Feeling a little happier now lol??

There Will Be Days...

Even though I work on "staying happy" on a regular basis, there will be days when life throws something at you that is going to be hard to handle. That's when you turn to your friends for help! With a move to another country looming on the horizon, I'm doing just that!! And it's helping!

Mom and the Kids on Mother's Day

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The Happy Company Head Trip Therapeutic Massager  

The Happy Company Head Trip Therapeutic Massager

The Happy Company Head Trip Therapeutic Massager

Amazon Price: $6.72 (as of 11/27/2009)Buy Now

You have noooooo idea! If you get a chance to try it out... go for it.

Just Sit Back and Enjoy 

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http://www.selfimprovementsguide.com Happiness Top 20 most famous happy quotes and happiness quotations. Get 16 free self improvement and selfhelp guides with inspirational quotes, affirmations, happiness, meditation, relaxation, positive, manifestation, motivational quotes, the secret to happiness

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L'Occitane Bougie Parfumee, Fleurs de Censier (Scented Candle, Cherry Blossom), 3.5-Ounce Glass Jar  

L'Occitane Bougie Parfumee, Fleurs de Censier (Scented Candle, Cherry Blossom), 3.5-Ounce Glass Jar

L'Occitane Bougie Parfumee, Fleurs de Censier (Scented Candle, Cherry Blossom), 3.5-Ounce Glass Jar

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Not only is it gorgeous to look at, it's going to smelll heavenly!

Living... Happy :) 

Being Happy: Secrets of Happy People
One of the keys to happiness is a bad memory.
Rita Mae Brown

That might be true, but you also have to stop continuously thinking about the future. My best piece of advice is to live every day as it comes and enjoy it! I think that's the key. I recently spent a week in Chicago with my husband and daughter on a business trip and I spent every single moment... IN THE MOMENT. I loved every minute of it!

Christmas Eve Happy! 

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On Your Not To Do List

Don't exercise to the point that you are hurting big time. I decided to get into weights and I obviously used muscles are are not happy!

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