I had written a A to L fun post back in May, so just for fun I jotted down a list of twelve simple things, from M to Z, minus X and Z, that I plan to do in the next ten days to continue making happiness happen for me:
- Meet my friends to go to a farmers' market.
- Nap one afternoon when I feel like it.
- Open and re-read a comic book we have at home.
- Pick up a gift for my cousin's wedding.
- Quick packing for my upcoming trip.
- Ride the ferry to Centre Island on a weekday when there is no crowd.
- Share unhurried coffee chat time with my husband.
- Take photos of what makes me feel happy.
- Undertake to plan another discovery walk. The previous one was fun.
- View wildlife and sailboats by the harbour.
- Write a happy birthday card to a relative.
- Yoga practice every other day.
I love the fact that happiness can be these little moments of joy. For me it's something you feel as a product of something you're doing. Have a great week.
ReplyDeleteWe have the power to create little moments of joy, most are free or low cost, each day. Thanks, Jo, for stopping by. You have a great week, too.
DeleteGreat list, Natalie. You could add:
ReplyDelete• Be xenodochial.
• Zen out!
Sounds good, Donna, especially Zen out.
DeleteI'm just jealous that you got to go on a 5k run! I'm still trundling back from injury. I love the great shots you can get while you're out on a run.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear you had an injury. Hope you recover fully so you can get back to enjoy running.
DeleteFlowers, sailboats and beaches would be high on my list of things that make me happy ...as are afternoon naps and comic book. Love your happiness task list. You get what you focus on.
ReplyDeleteWise words 'You get what you focus on'! Thanks, Lisa, for stopping by.
DeleteFlowers and a peaceful shoreline... yep, that would make me pretty happy! Great list: it truly is the simple things.
ReplyDeleteSimple things are abundant. We just need to pay attention. Thanks, Janis, for stopping by.
Delete#2!!! I need to join you on that random day nap sometime this month!
ReplyDeleteSSG xxx
I don't nap often but when I do, it's bliss. A long run will make it easy to nap. Enjoy the recharge!
DeleteHi Natalie, thank you! I needed to read your post today and remember that we can find happiness anywhere. This is actually a fun but helpful exercise to do. Maybe we should make it a monthly link up like Wellness Wednesday???? Have a HAPPY week xx
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, Sue. Hope your day is getting much better. I'm in for a monthly Happiness link-up whenever you're ready. You have a HAPPY week, too.
DeleteHi Natalie, lovely to have you join us at #MLSTL spreading the happiness :)
DeleteThank you, Sue, for hosting and building a fabulous blogging community.
DeleteI see a couple of bucket list things on that list! Way to kill two birds with one stone. I love the idea that Sue shared about doing a monthly happiness link up as I am pursuing happiness/contentment, too!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Leslie, for sharing your thoughts. Let's connect with Sue to see how we can make the happiness link up happen :)
DeleteI love your list of simple but pleasurable things to do! As soon as I finish moving, I want to make a list of simple but fun things. We have been working hard and deserve some fun moments.
ReplyDeleteTake it easy after your move, Michele, and then yes, go for the simple fun. I like simple things that can easily be done and bring us joy.
DeleteI love that -- make happiness happen. Thanks for sharing your beautiful photos. #MLSTL
ReplyDeleteNo need to wait, we can make happiness happen. Thanks, Christie, for your comment.
DeleteLovely photos Natalie - and your 12 things to do list sounds quite achievable and has lots of variety - you are such an inspiration for getting up and getting on with life!
ReplyDelete#MLSTL :)
Thank you, Leanne, for your kind words. I love simple fun things that are easy to remember and easy to achieve.
DeleteIt IS the little things...and the little timeouts and noticing nature that count. Lovely post! Thank you for linking up for #lifethisweek. Next week's optional prompt is My Hairstyle History. Denyse
ReplyDeleteThank you, Denyse, for hosting and for your kind comment. Nature is amazing and beautiful. We just need to notice.
DeleteGreat photos and fab ideas on making happiness happen Natalie. I love your simple list and it’s something I need to look at in the coming days. #mlstl
ReplyDeleteThank you, Debbie, for your kind words. Even in sad times, we can make happiness happen in a simple way or in small dosage.
DeleteYour photos are so pretty I love the flowers at the top. Great list of fun things to do. Everyday offers bits of happiness if you look for them.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Victoria, for your comment. I agree with your last sentence.
DeleteA wonderful reminder of the little things each day that can bring joy. And fun to do it ala an A to Z. I'm also thinking a nap in the upcoming weeks would be a fun thing to do.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Pat, for your comment. I don't nap often but when I do, it's a bliss to fall asleep peacefully and wake up feeling refreshed. I encourage other adults to do it :)
DeleteFabulous photos! Looked like an ideal day for a 5k run :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Molly, for stopping by. It was a beautiful day. I was happy to be outdoors. The endorphins from my run may have something to do with it :)
DeleteThose pretty flowers and the harbour view would also make me extremely happy. It really does lift your spirits to be out in the great outdoors daily. #TeamLovinLife
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kathy, for stopping by. I'll be outdoors again today, another beautiful day.
DeleteHi Natalie,
ReplyDeleteGlad to see that you find happiness in small things around you.
That is the way to go. I too follow that principle.
One of the things I plan to do is to write a handwritten letter to a friend, at least once a month, if not twice. Because, when once I wrote a letter to my friend, I was happy and satisfied.
Good wishes.
Pradeep | bpradeepnair.blogspot.com
Thank you, Pradeep, for your comment. Your friend will be happy to receive your letter. Good wishes to you.
DeleteVery nice. Very cool that you can find happiness all around you. Thanks for sharing it. #TeamLovinLife
ReplyDeleteThanks, Patrick, for your comment. Hope you make happiness happen for you, too.
DeleteOkay, THIS is what I need to do because I become really focussed on the negative and even things that are kinda fun I see as chores or things I HAVE to do, rather than opportunities. #teamlovinlife
ReplyDeleteThanks, Deborah, for stopping by. Focusing on the positives is a lot more fun and feel much lighter than the negatives. Hope you're making happiness happen today.
DeleteI love your flowers and nature photographs Natalie. Those are the kind of things that make me happy too! I also love that you plan for happiness. Such a good idea! :-) #TeamLovinLife
ReplyDeleteThank you, Min, for your comments. I'm happy with my summer so far and want to do my part to continue my happiness :)
DeleteHappiness really is a choice.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the Y reminder. Need to go and book my kids and I into yoga. Going to make it a family affair
Make yoga a family activity is a great idea, Leanne. Enjoy the balance, flexibility, and strength that you'll gain from yoga.
DeleteLovely post and such a great idea! I love the thought of an A-Z of things that make me happy! Sometimes it’s so easy to get caught up in the negative.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tracy, for your visit and comment. Positive thinking makes me feel lighter and doing A to Z is fun.
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