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Topic: A few of my favorite things

Posted by: george48

Subject: A few of my favorite things
Date: Dec 20 11

Apologies to 'The Sound of Music' but i would like to provide a counterpoint to the thread,small but annoying things.
It is easy to find something to complain about,
but what about the small things that give us pleasure,day to day experiences that make you smile and give a lift to your day.
I'll start out with a couple,
getting up early enough in the morning to actually watch the sun rise,and the quietness of a sunday morning.



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turbotude

I second your emotion, George! Positive experiences are much more fun to relate than all the negative stuff!
Amen to the early mornings, as I'm at work at that time, and get to watch glorious sunrises......AWESOME!
One of my favorite things is having a friend or family member, out of the blue, express appreciation for things I've done for them over the years.....and had forgotten about.
Another one....stray and feral animals deciding that YOU'RE the person they can trust, and ultimately love. What a feeling!

Reply #1. Dec 20 11, 10:55 PM

scooter1981

A few of my favorite things would have to be family, music, friends, sports, and funtrivia. All of these things give off such great vibes in one way or another, and are such important parts of my life and my lifestyle. They represent who I am, and all play big roles in shaping my past, present, and future. I could not live without any of these, especially friends and family :)

Reply #2. Dec 20 11, 11:04 PM

tezza1551

Rain on a tin roof after a dry spell; a newly born calf; finding the first wildflowers in the bush; an Australian Christmas tree in flower; a cold beer after a long hot day...

Reply #3. Dec 21 11, 12:23 AM

Aussiedrongo

The laughter of babies. It is innocent and genuine.


Reply #4. Dec 21 11, 2:45 AM

C30 Scent of freshly cut grass, spring flowers, first light evening when clocks go forward, purring of contented cat (incidentally we have 4 cats - 3 of which are ex-feral).

Reply #5. Dec 21 11, 4:13 AM

george48

The anticipation of starting a new book by an author that you know and like.

Reply #6. Dec 21 11, 6:12 AM

Heleena

Great thread! I have really been enjoying the lights and decorations people have put up at their houses for the holidays. A big thank you to all the people who have decorated!

Reply #7. Dec 21 11, 7:47 AM

spidersghost43

The greeting I get from my dog when I get home from a long day. His happy face and wiggly butt never fail to cheer me up.

Reply #8. Dec 21 11, 10:44 AM

bloodandsand

When teenage son speaks and smiles instead of grunting and scowling :) (I do realise that it's almost Christmas and therefore things will likely be back to normal on December 26th!)

Reply #9. Dec 21 11, 10:52 AM

rayven80

Baby animals of any sort, nice summer days in the mountains, fresh oatmeal raisin cookies and kraut burgers, purring kitties and tail wagging dogs. There's a lot more but this is a good place to start.

Reply #10. Dec 21 11, 12:16 PM

george48

An unexpected gift from someone,a hug, hugs energise me.

Reply #11. Dec 21 11, 5:01 PM

izzy50

seeing my little grand daughter smile when i walk in a room,

Reply #12. Dec 22 11, 9:35 AM

paulmallon

george 48:
I agree wholeheartedly,I just picked up Michael Connelly's latest "The Drop"-he NEVER disappoints and I've read every one of his novels.

Reply #13. Dec 22 11, 3:45 PM

Lionel777 I love going to church and praising God.

Reply #14. Dec 23 11, 9:14 PM

naerulinnupesa Reading a book in the comfort of my room while listening to the storm outside. Hearing a sweet song and learning to sing it. Getting a note from a friend telling me something kind. Taking a picture of something that took my breath away, such as an amazing sunset.

Reply #15. Dec 24 11, 1:54 PM

izzy50

i also like ginger beer and vodka,

Reply #16. Dec 24 11, 2:02 PM

aast i love reading and harry potter

Reply #17. Dec 25 11, 9:23 AM

george48

Going to a concert by your favorite musician and letting the experience wash over you as listen with your friends
and the whole audience, and seeing the artist feed off the energy in the room and elevate their playing to a new level.

Reply #18. Dec 25 11, 10:25 AM

mehaul

I enjoy meeting a new pair of shoes. Ones that, at try-on, assure you that the three of you will spend many happy times going from place to place. I also give a prayer that the shoes I failed to connect with will find someone else and a match as gratifying as the one I had just found.

Reply #19. Dec 25 11, 3:20 PM

turbotude

The way a loved one's face lights up when they receive an unexpected gift from me.

Reply #20. Dec 25 11, 6:12 PM

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