Random Tidbits of Joy

Friday is a joyous day, even when you've had the whole week off from work. It's just a happy, happy day. Instead of just three things for which I am grateful, here's a whole post dedicated to happy parts of today:

Sitting in the sun on a warm, early-spring day can literally change my outlook on life.

I think I am happiest when snuggled at home with my fellas -- even on Friday or Saturday nights. Homebody love!

One of the best parts of getting older is getting over personal insecurities. I saw a good saying on Facebook today: "The reason we struggle with insecurity is because we compare our behind-the-scenes with everyone else's highlight reel." It's nice to relax in the truth of that.

I am grateful that Finn doesn't mind when I lay on him when we're both on the couch (even if he kind of smells like Cheetos). I think my affinity for cuddling can overwhelm Crisp; it's good to have a back-up.

Spontaneous, casual dinner dates with best buddies are often more fun than detailed, planned, extravagant evenings.

Do people still play cards? My parents used to have friends and family over to play cards on the weekend. I'd like my adulthood to include this activity.

I really like riding the train.

Ellie Goulding makes some of the best music I've heard. She makes some odd sounds sometimes, but she also has a beautiful voice.

I ate Pinkberry three days in a row. And I'm OK with that because 1) frozen yogurt is healthier than ice cream, 2) I load it up with fruit, which makes it extra-healthier than ice cream, and 3) it's so delicious!

I feel very accomplished when I wake up at 6:30am on a day off. There is so much potential in every day; take advantage of every hour!!

Because of my silly sprained ankle, I haven't been able to do Zumba, and I really miss it! Maybe I'm actually becoming athletic?!

There are dozens of figure skaters in Boston this week, and I saw a bunch of them from all different countries at the supermarket this morning. The skinny skaters from Finland bought bags of Lindt chocolate. This made me smile.

Getting signs here and there that the loved ones we've lost are still with us is very comforting.

I never spent any time at airports growing up, and going to the airport as an adult is amazing and exciting for me. Plus, picking up family/friends who are visiting is always happy.

Sushi is just so. darn. good.