Little Things that Make You Smile

[Grand Koalafornian]

I have had a day and could use some cheering up. Also, I think it's generally a good thing to remind yourself of the little things that make you smile or feel grateful. So let's all share some little things that make life fun.

I'll start: I walked some friends' dogs yesterday and it was so nice to see them jumping up and down when I came in. It was like seeing me was the highlight of their day.

 

[princesscinderella]

I went to the Disney outlet store today and bought myself the Ariel Disney enchanted jewelry collection ring. I was so surprised to see it there on sale from $1250 to $500 . Hubby actually called me as I was looking at it and as soon as I told him about it he said get it . I got the Cinderella one last valentines from him.

 

[Dream]

For me its all about “the little things”. My grandchildren laughing, my cats curling up in my lap, a beautiful snowfall, beautiful birds at my bird feeders, fun back and forth chats with an Instacart shopper, talking with my cousin so long that our phone batteries die, hearing of good things that happened to a friend, memories of good times and people, seeing my kids happy, working in my garden. I could go on and on. Im sorry you had a “day”, but you are on the right track in my opinion. <3 “Think of the happiest things, its the same as having wings…”

 

[luvthatduke]

My little thing happened to my mom.
She is older, cannot walk easily, and is/has been
nearly a shut-in due to her health & Covid.
Yesterday she went to her mailbox (thankfully able to)
and found home-made valentine's from the children
across the street.
So sweet, and I'm thankful families still do this.

 

[marthachick]

My 85 year old dad walked without his walker today. He has COPD and had COVID and was in the hospital for 22 days. Six of those were CCU. The family was called in on day 7 because they didn’t think he was going to make it. So him with no walker is huge!

 

[superme80]

I ran an errand with my boys yesterday. My oldest had us in stiches impersonating a video game character and asking for dating advice as the character. It was hilarious. It was Bowser from Mario Bros. He doesn't understand why kidnaping Peach is not helping him.

 

[Communicore1991]

Seeing children walking around holding their parents' hands and looking up and taking in all the sights and sounds of the world makes me smile. I have a soft spot for golden retrievers so seeing one of them always gives me a smile

 

[indimom]

My black lab. This morning he climbed up next to DH, draped his front paw across his chest and tucked his head under DH's chin. He's nothing but love in a fur coat.
I always enjoy a good sunset, sitting on a porch during a gentle spring rain, taking a walk in the woods. I also enjoy watching young kids when they experience something for the first time (food, activities, whatever). Our great-nephew went sledding for the first time during our recent snowstorm. His giggles and squeals are contagious.
Those are a few I can think of now.

 

[PollyannaMom]

My cats - they take what I call "cuddle shifts". The little grey one likes to curl up kind of half in my lap as I have my morning coffee and watch TV, and the tortie puts me to bed at night. - She comes up to be petted for a while as I'm reading, then goes off to her own bed.

 

[DisneyOma]

Coming downstairs in the morning and seeing that my husband has the fancy electric tea kettle all set for me! I almost always forget to get it ready the night before, and he does it before he goes to bed. Just makes me so happy!

 

[Kathryn Merteuil]

When I sit down on the couch, the cat curling up next to me and purring.

 

[MIGrandma]

Seeing a gorgeous sunset from my kitchen window while washing dishes, seeing a beautiful red cardinal out the same window, my husband pouring a cup of coffee in the morning, my husband putting his lunch dishes in the sink then coming to find me to give me a kiss and thank me for lunch, so many more. Little things make life more enjoyable.

 

[scrhsa]

When little 2/3 yr olds from the other class come running to give you hugs. It truly makes my heart happy to know that some children are happy to see me. It makes those rough hours taking 8, potting training, 2 yr olds to the bathroom bearable

 

[dez1978]

When at the end of a rough day my DS (10) wants to come snuggle on the couch before bed. Even on our worst days (he has adhd so some days are a challenge) when there has been lots of yelling and arguing, he'll ask if we can snuggle. I know there aren't too many years left of this so I take it when I can.

When the dog chooses me lol. She usually goes to sit with DH.

When my normally very calm and collected 7 yr old wins a wrestling match and gets so excited. I don't want to say he's emotionless bc he def gets big mad lol, but when it comes to sports he just goes out and does his thing so when he actually gets excited and does the fist pump, I love it.

 

[LuvOrlando]

Sorry you had a rough day.

A little bird has decided it likes the tree next to where I sit and every so often I look over and it's looking at me.

Picked out some pretty new cut flowers and they brighten the space a lot, also found some mums that look a bit like sunshine and safely put them in the corners on the landings stairs along with nightlights to sprinkle their magic 24/7. Made an executive decision, I really like the angels that light up so I didn't put them away after Christmas and now they just softly warm up an alcove.

 

[disneyseniors]

Just read all of these I've got the warm fuzzies now, LOL. Thanks to everyone for a much needed "warm fuzzy" break

 

[Kitty 34]

I love the Meme thread........it's just that itty bitty laugh first thing in the morning that makes me feel good. My sister and I even share a meme each morning now via text. :

 

[loves to dive]

When our little yorkie "kills" her toys. She wouldn't know what to do with a real animal such as a chipmunk if she caught it but she gets her toys and growls at them and throws them and shakes them and boy is she too cute.

My 10 month old grand daughter. She was a 6 month baby and scared us when she came but boy has she grown. I saw her Sat. and she was eating a muffin, crawling and laughing all the time. She loves Mickey Mouse too.

 

[slo]

*Watching the deer outside my living room window

*Watching the geese with their cute fuzzy babies outside my office window

*My DD18’s laugh - she has the best laugh

*A beautiful sunrise to start the day & a beautiful sunset to end the day

*Watching young girls have awesome moments on the softball field - they don’t have to be on my DDs team - I applaud for all because I know how much work went into that awesome moment.

 

[Grand Koalafornian]

Awww thanks, friends! I hope everyone gets the same joy from this that I do.

Mine for today: watching my tripod cat climb and jump up on the cat tree without any problems. He can run so fast, too! He’s made amazing improvements since getting here three months ago.