- Spending time with Scott and kids and Buddy, our dog. Whether relaxing at home, watching a movie, enjoying a dinner out, watching the kids doing sports, driving in the car with these guys, trying something new together as a family, getting together with our extended family, or just being together doing nothing... being with my family brings me much happiness.
- My morning cup of coffee. Scott makes it for me and it is perfect... lukewarm, just the right amount of sugar and skim milk. I am not a fan of Starbucks or other fancy coffee places. I look forward to this cup each morning and its own small way it makes my day a little more happy.
- Spending time with friends - whether with my mommy group, friends from Neilson Grove school, old friends from high school, teacher friends, my special friend who I see mostly via text, etc.. I appreciate their honesty about the struggles of parenting and the support we provide for each other. I also love the wonderful traditions my Mommy group have created for our children (e.g., Canada Day Party, Camping, etc.) Friends bring me happiness!
- Baking - I am a big sweet fan and the taste of something yummy makes me smile! All in all though, I think it is the actual creative aspect of baking that I love the most.
- Phone calls and time with my mom - Whenever something good happens, or a funny moment, or when I am upset, the first person after Scott that I want to call is always my Mom. Yes, she phones a lot but I wouldn't trade this for anything. I love going shopping with her or out to dinner or even just driving in the car.
- Teaching - My students, whether big or little and my amazing colleagues bring me happiness. Professional reading and learning, planning, reflecting on my students' accomplishments, sharing alongside students' ah-ha moments, and pretty much anything to do with teaching and learning makes me happy.
- Going out for dinner either to a friend's or restaurant. I really don't like to cook and hate the dreaded question "What is for dinner?" so when we get invited out, I appreciate not only the lovely company, but also the food. For some reason it tastes so much better when someone else has done all the work.
- Buying seasonal items. I love to decorate for Christmas, Valentine's Day, Easter, and Halloween. Scott thinks I am a little obsessed. It may be the teacher in me, but I just love to celebrate these fun days. I get excited when I see cute items in Home Sense and Pier One and I get even more thrilled when I find good deals after the holiday. Thank goodness our new house has lots of storage so I can keep adding to my collections.
- A great story makes me happy! Losing myself in a good book or movie (even if I come into it half way) or connecting to a blogpost that teaches me something, these are all moments of happiness.
- Quiet time in my office with a cup of tea. I love looking through the window watching folks walking down Central and imagining what they are thinking. I love the calm and peace that I feel while in that room and the warmth that a good cup of tea brings. It is my special place!
What bring you happiness? I wonder what your top-ten list might include?
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