things that bring you joy

[fizzgig]

i was watching my guy play the drums tonight and realized how happy it makes me to know how much he enjoys playing. his eyes go kinda far away and he gets this little half smile that just kills me.

today was a beautiful day in n. colorado. it hit the mid-80s and i was just blissful as i sat in the sun and felt the breeze brush across my skin.

i feel beat down from time to time, so it is always amazing when i realize that i can find joy in my every day life.

tell me, loungers, what brings joy to your lives.

[kentauros]

1. Percussion of any kind is a love of mine and brings me joy for that kind of music

(listening to some now by a group called "Harem")

Reading and writing with only the sounds of windchimes is so peaceful.

At this time in my life, losing myself in my writing probably brings me the most joy.

[fizzgig]

4. i understand about the writing

i wish i were able to do that again

[Fox Mulder]

2. Books.

I can never get enough books. I love them.

Sunny days.

Thunderstorms.

Clear nights with a full moon.

Autumn.

[fizzgig]

6. oooohhhh...thunderstorms!

we had a little one last week and i'd almost forgotten how much i loved them. we're getting to that time of year when they become more frequent and i'm very excited about that :D

and books...i don't understand how anyone could not love reading

[Fox Mulder]

8. Oh I know.

I'm looking forward to the first thunderstorm here in MN.

[Pierre.Suave]

20. First?

we had thunder, lightning, AND snow here last week...

Where were you?

[Fox Mulder]

21. There wasn't any thunder and lightning here.

Snow, yes.

[DS1]

3. Just about any kinds of master craftsmanship

I love something truly well-made.

[fizzgig]

7. absolutely

such skill is an amazing thing

[MichiganVote]

5. I really like it when I do my job well and its appreciated

But chocolate is my first love..........

[fizzgig]

9. what kind of work do you do?

and chocolate....*drool*

[MichiganVote]

10. I am a licensed clinical social worker / therapist and school social worker

and altogether to creative for even this line of work. :)

[maddezmom]

11. I'm sure this will sound cheesy

My kids are the light of my life and my daughter brings me joy just being around. She's quite full of herself and when she isn't driving me mad she's quite intertaining. My son is autistic and when he has a good day, gives me hugs and kisses and just laughs because he's happy brings me the most joy.

Oh yeah, and seeing Bruce last night brough me joy. :D

[fizzgig]

26. not cheesy at all

i can only imagine what children do to your life.

and how was the show?

[ulysses]

12. my wife and son.

[fizzgig]

27. how is the kiddo?

[QMPMom]

13. #1 My Husband and Kids

#2 My Nephew Ryan
#3 My Friends Roxanne, Tiffany and Noah
#4 The smell of rain
#5 Sunshine
#6 Seeing the people I love happy
#7 A full fridge and pantry
#8 Our doge Serge

[fizzgig]

28. there are few things that beat the smell of rain

it's one of my favorite things

[Lil Missy]

14. Watching my dog eat his dog food. I know it sounds silly, but...

he just enjoys every morsel and it fills my heart to watch it for some reason. It's like smelling the roses to him for some reason.

And the most endearing part about it is that if he catches me watching him, he stops eating and gives me a look like, "What???" "What did I do? And why are you staring at me?" LOL!

I just love my pup. :D

[fizzgig]

29. i can understand that

watching anyone you love enjoy something is just amazing :D

[Sugar Smack]

15. My cat sitting on my chest every morning &

staring down at me

Making my Dad laugh

Drawing and reading

Unplanned trips with my friends

The Marriage of Figaro, the smell of coffee, Xmas lights, the mountains & ocean

B-)

[fizzgig]

30. the mountains and the ocean

i hope someday to live where the two meet

[GoddessOfGuinness]

16. My son wrote a pretty little tune today on the piano...

It was really lovely...so creative, so fresh. I'm so glad he has a gift for it! :hi:

[fizzgig]

31. that is wonderful

i'm glad he's got the gift, too :hi:

[grannylib]

17. Right now, the wildflowers that are starting to peep up in the woods

which comprise most of our "back yard." We have trout lilies and dutchman's breeches and bloodroot and mayflower and sweet cecily and virginia waterleaf and clintonia (I'll have to find something I don't know the name of and call it "Obamania" now) :rofl: and jack in the pulpit and wild ginger and purple and white and yellow violets and columbine and it's my favorite time of the year and there's a red tailed hawk nesting in a tree just below the point of the ravine...I love spring in Minnesota.

[fizzgig]

32. that sounds amazing

i was so excited when i saw some little purple flowers (i don't know what they're called) peeking out of my yard.

and let me know when you find the obamania ;)

[emilyg]

18. My daughter and grandsons.

[fizzgig]

33. i can only imagine

:)

[Pierre.Suave]

19. many things bring joy to my life...

they may seem simple, but they are so meaningful.

My Nephews and Nieces

My Friends

My Fiancee, she is so sweet and adorable and I love her SO much.

Dogs and Cats

Sailing, I can feel my soul when I sail, I cant explain it but it is so calming and centering and brings my soul mucho joy.

Music, especially Classical and Jazz

and of course, sharing good times with Friends and Family

[fizzgig]

34. i think the simple things are the best

it's what gets me through my day

[The Animator]

22. Strippers!

Issac Davis... Oh Yeah.

[Jamastiene]

25. I was thinkin' nekked women.

Then again, I'm always thinkin' nekked women.
:evilgrin:

[fizzgig]

35. nothing wrong with that

i have enjoyed a few myself :D

[UndertheOcean]

23. Cute Ladies in Mid-thigh sleeveless dresses and boots.

Kinda of a fetish . Like what Sara Bareilles wears in one of her songs.

[fizzgig]

36. that is a cute look

[Jamastiene]

24. Here are a few pictures:

That about covers it.

[fizzgig]

37. the third one is just too cute

what a cutie!

[Skittles]

38. helping other people n/t

[fizzgig]

40. you really are amazing, skittles

[laylah]

39. My kiddos, first and foremost, followed by

camping, gardening, and fishing, the sound of thunderstorms (sans wind), cooking a big meal that everyone enjoys, to name a few. :loveya:

[fizzgig]

41. is there ever a meal you make that people don't enjoy?

love my mommy :loveya:

[laylah]

54. Well, there was one

once. Ask dad about potatoes and spaghetti...or something like that. OH, and choco-bake...the worst argument we had in the first 7 years we were together...true story. :rofl: :hug:

[LibertyLover]

42. My daughter's sleepy "I love you mommy"

at the end of the day after I've tucked her into bed and done all the requisite "good night, sleep tight" things.

[fizzgig]

44. what a delight that must be

how old is she?

[LibertyLover]

51. It is fun -

She is 5, turning 6 in June. Or as my husband puts it - 5 going on 30. We adopted her from China four and a half years ago and she is the light of my life. But I figure that all too soon it won't be cool for her to tell me she loves me, so I'm treasuring each and every hug, kiss and affirmation.

[CottonBear]

43. My boyfriend, who is my true soul mate. My horse and my little deaf kitty cat. Trees and rivers.

My boyfriend and I have known each other and been platonic friends since 1981! We were always married or involved with someone else all that time but we were always incredibly attracted to each other. Finally, the timing was right, we were both single and we have been inseparable ever since! (He called me out of the blue and asked me out and, to say the least, he was an unexpected surprise!)
We are very content and happy and in love with each other which is just grand! It was worth waiting 27 years for him!

Quiet time with my mare, Cotton, is so wonderful! I love her so much! I've had her since the night she was born in the back pasture at the farm. I love her horsey smell, I love burying my face in her mane and hugging her neck. She is really, really beautiful and after a long day at work it is so nice to just hang out with her and groom her while she eats her oats and hay. Horses are my favorite animal. (I think I like them better than people.)
:)

My little deaf kitty cat, Tabitha, is my good girl who has been my faithful companion through good times and bad for over 14 years now!

I love trees and a being outdoors especially on or near the water. I really love spending a long summer day on the Broad River in my kayak!

Of course, I love my family (my mom and sister.) They do, however, stress me out from time to time, just like in most all mother-daughter-sister relationships! ;)

[fizzgig]

45. i'm glad you and your boyfriend are able to be together

it sounds like you have a lot of love in your life :)

[CottonBear]

56. I do have lots of love in my life! I'm a lucky girl!

You are so fortunate to live in such a beautiful state! I've been there twice and it was just amazing! The sun is so bright and the landscapes are awesome!

My little brother plays the drums too! (I have zero muscial talent so I'm always amazed by people who can play an instrument!) Your little guy must be very talented!

Have a great sunny day out there! :hi:

[terrya]

46. The love of a very good man.

Which I am most fortunate in having.

[Rob H.]

47. My kitty

who I've had for a few days shy of a month now. I got her from a local no-kill rescue organization and she's one of the sweetest cats ever. Luckily I live close enough to work that I can go home and see her at lunch every day. :)

Good music is another one.

[Kitty Herder]

48. Oh, darn. That's almost exactly what I was going to post. Except mine is plural. Kitties.

This is Socks, sweet and shy, but very affectionate with her one special person (lucky me!)


This is Sam. He has attitude. And seems a little bipolar. Sometimes he loves me and sometimes he hates me. But I always love him.

[emilyg]

50. So cute.

[Kitty Herder]

53. Thanks! I'm proud of my kittiy-babies.

[CottonBear]

57. Baby kittehs are the bestest!

:) :hi:

[Dr. Strange]

49. Last night's Avalanche game.

[datasuspect]

52. taking a good crap

[HERVEPA]

55. Contra Dancing

[BeachBaby]

58. A couple things......

1. When my sons find something to be hilarious, and they respond with a quality belly-laugh. It's priceless
2. Seeing joy in other people
3. Puppies, kittens, bunnies
4. The scent of roses/lilacs/hyacinth wafting through the yard
5. Sunsets
6. A phonecall from an old friend
7. PHILLIES BASEBALL!!!!! :woohoo:

[CBHagman]

59. Homemade chocolate pudding.

Thinking about the first time I rode on a train in Europe.

My brother's sense of humor.

Reading Pearls before Swine every day.

Getting the shower temperature just right. You all know what I mean.

Finding out the homilist is NOT Father to the Right of Joseph Ratzinger. :evilgrin: You Catholics will know what I mean.

[siligut]

60. Lots of things, here are two examples.

I was driving down a residential street, going slowly, and there was a boy around eight walking along the sidewalk in front of me.

As I got closer, this kid, whose back was to me, did a little dance. It looked like a practiced step and he did it very gracefully and it was just adorable.

As I passed I had a huge smile on my face and I looked into my rearview mirror, he was looking at me and smiling just as big. It was a treat.

Then just this last Saturday, I was working in the front yard. We have a huge hedge that blocks sight of the yard, so I am quietly working and I hear this grrrring coming down the hill, like a motor revving, only a human voice.

I look up and this kid, around 12 or so, comes flying down the sidewalk to the slope of our driveway and does a horizontal flip on the upside of the curb. He hadn’t seen me, but when I let out an eek of surprise and amazement, he looked at me, raised his arms like an Olympian, looking very pleased with himself and then turned to head back down the street.

I bet he does that a lot, come racing down that hill and our driveway is wide and the far side slopes a little higher, but that was the first time I’ve seen it.

[DarkTirade]

61. Creation.

Not as easy, but so much more fulfilling than destruction. :)

[WritingIsMyReligion]

62. My kitties and my ridonkulous bird.

Getting e-mail. :)

[ThomCat]

63. A day with good company, when I'm not at work

and not home alone. :)

It seems to be getting more or more rare for me to have good company. I'm trying hard not to become home-bound, and people just don't come visit out here. :(

[unpossibles]

64. life in general

yeah, there are definitely some sh*tty moments, but overall... I try to wring as much joy out of life as I can. My passions are music and art, and my wife and pets, but I also love reading and learning new things, and building stuff. Add to that nature: trees, animals, rocks...

Everything. Except Republicans. Most Republicans suck the joy right out of me.

[applegrove]

65. Family, pets, friends, sunny spring days, democrats winning, babies, good books, emails, DU

[Tektonik]

66. Walking the streets at night