BS: What made you happy today

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: GUEST,rock chick
Date: 12 Oct 07 - 04:47 PM

201 but i dont a day older than !!!! (;^)

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Liz the Squeak
Date: 13 Oct 07 - 02:04 AM

Not today but yesterday - lunch with a dear friend whom I've not seen for months - we used to meet up almost weekly, but circumstances have prevented our getting together since June... I'm now wandering round with a stupid grin on my face : )

And I didn't have to pay for lunch this time!

LTS

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Emma B
Date: 18 Oct 07 - 09:58 AM

A small step for many but a gigantic leap for me!

Installed, and actually got to work, the equipment/software to enable me to transfer/edit recordings from my (first ever) camcorder onto CD.

Em, dragged finally into the 21st century :)

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Ella who is Sooze
Date: 18 Oct 07 - 10:53 AM

a photo of a horse 'smiling' and wobbling it's legs. Fab!

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Ella who is Sooze
Date: 18 Oct 07 - 10:56 AM

it's the toothy smile sort of horse smile... makes me laugh everytime...

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Ella who is Sooze
Date: 18 Oct 07 - 10:59 AM

and this morning Flossie chasing her toy rabbit she's reclaimed from a gift I was going to give to someone a year ago. (It's a small cuddly toy she pinched from the bag and has been very attached to - she carries it around) and now and then it gets played with and pounced on...

BTW Flossie is a tabby cat

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Donuel
Date: 18 Oct 07 - 07:40 PM

not smoking

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: katlaughing
Date: 18 Oct 07 - 09:42 PM

Good for you, Donuel!

Go, Flossie!:-)

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Emma B
Date: 18 Oct 07 - 09:47 PM

smoking, and a friend back home from hospital

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Little Hawk
Date: 18 Oct 07 - 09:54 PM

The silliness on my birthday thread...

And this:

Nina and Monk

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: GUEST,Eye Lander
Date: 19 Oct 07 - 03:56 AM

Well it was yesterday actually. We were passing a local 'Hongkong Express' and there was a knock on the window, I turned round to see a friend I hadn't seen in a very long time. We went in sat down and had a long chat (and a beef chow mein!) Such a nice suprise.

And the day before - I called into Carphone Warehouse because to get a new card holder for my phone as I had lost the original and the chap in the shop said, 'no no there's no charge, we have loads of them'   

Faith slowly being restored.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Ella who is Sooze
Date: 19 Oct 07 - 07:32 AM

had hysterical laughing session in work today for 10 minutes. That cheered me up...

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Diva
Date: 23 May 08 - 07:15 AM

My apple tree is full of blossom and is beautiful..now if i could just find the camera under the clutter I could take a pic.......

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Catherine Jayne
Date: 23 May 08 - 07:54 AM

Monday was Harry's birthday. We had a party at Nana's and he had a fabulous time! Oh my, how time does fly. He's walking and 'chatering', all grown up.

Yesterday we had our scan and saw the twins on the screen....truly amazing, we both had a little cry (but that's ok!) They are growing well and are both healthy. We found out what they are too so we can start thinking about names!

A friend is popping over for a cuppa this afternoon and a good catch up natter. And my brother is visiting this weekend as he has got a couple of days leave!!

Your apple tree sounds beautiful Diva...do take a picture when you find the camera.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Eye Lander
Date: 23 May 08 - 06:43 PM

Seeing my grandson of 6 months and being able to have a cuddle.

Jillie

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: katlaughing
Date: 23 May 08 - 06:52 PM

My Rog, faithful every day of our almost thirty years together, coming home, safe and sound, at the end of another day at work.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: frogprince
Date: 23 May 08 - 07:05 PM

I put in a shift at out local art association gallery today. Right now one section of the gallery is full of art from all the high schools in the county. A lot of these young people are doing excellent work; not "good for their age", just excellent, no qualifiers. We also had a pretty good turn out of appreciative viewers.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Joe Offer
Date: 23 May 08 - 07:08 PM

I've been homeschooling my stepson through high school, and we have two weeks left. He had a lot of learning and social problems coming out of eighth grade, so we decided on homeschooling. He has blossomed in the last four years, and now he's eager to start college and I think he's ready for it. And today he's off on a flying lesson.
I'm proud of him (and of his mother).
-Joe-

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: LilyFestre
Date: 23 May 08 - 07:11 PM

Following my gut.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Big Al Whittle
Date: 23 May 08 - 07:45 PM

A really good day.

This morning I managed buy my wife a cheap car at the car auctions.

This afternoon my cardiologist discharged me and said my condition was as stable as he could achieve.

But what has given me most joy has been a series of PMs from Ard Mhacha - we've been discussing Patrick Kavanagh. I have got really interested in On Raglan Road after hearing a Pete Rowan version of the song on Ard's website.

Its really opened up a song   for me that I've never liked much previously - having heard all the versions that people regularly go doolally about (Luke Kelly, Ronnie Drew, etc). I'm just loving my life working on this great song.

I wish you all such good days

al

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: jacqui.c
Date: 23 May 08 - 09:22 PM

I spent the day with my daughter and grandson, over on a short visit from the UK. My wonderful husband cooked dinner for all of us and I sat and watched Superman Returns with Lewis until he went to sleep.

A very good day.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Catherine Jayne
Date: 24 May 08 - 11:37 AM

My brother is here! Last saw him for his passing out parade at the beginning of April. It's fantastic to see him and catch up on his adventures!

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: katlaughing
Date: 24 May 08 - 12:07 PM

jacqui, enjoy them while they are there. That's great they can come across to see you!

I was happy to get a phone call form my daughter and my grandson, Morgan, who are travelling in Wyoming this weekend. They were in a spot with no cellphone service, so I hadn't actually heard from them since they went up there. They hit snow all of the way up. I was very happy and relieved to hear from them!

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: jacqui.c
Date: 24 May 08 - 01:01 PM

Kat - I hope they're having fun in the snow - I bet Morgan likes it!

Another good day - we went yard saling all morning, got some bargains and spoilt Lewis well and truly. We're out to TRUBRIT's for a cookout tonight.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Jack Blandiver
Date: 24 May 08 - 01:12 PM

Watching The Pierrotters in ther sun-lounge of the North Pier in Blackpool this afternoon; pointless perfection & a rendition of Pasadena that beggared belief...

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: SINSULL
Date: 24 May 08 - 01:35 PM

In tears at the passing of Utah Phillips but very glad that I had the chance to meet him and share a meal.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: jacqui.c
Date: 24 May 08 - 02:34 PM

Too true Mary - the Golden Voice of the West has gone to join the Choir Invisibule...........

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Goldrush Paul
Date: 25 May 08 - 03:31 AM

the smile on my sons face this morning and his outstretched arms. warms the heart.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: rock chick
Date: 25 May 08 - 02:42 PM

My mum was taken ill yesterday with a stroke, but today she seems to remember my brother, yesterday she did not recognise any of her family.

My wonderful loving partner

My eldest daughter expecting my first grandchild (Christmas day)

One of my twin daughters passing her driving test the other week

The warm sunny day with the brilliant sunshine

Spending the day in Edinburgh....... shopping ;^)) and having the first ice cream of the year.

My new hairstyle

Oh it's a grand day today, and its 7.35pm and the sun is still shinning with bright clear blue sky.

Knowing all is well with you and the twins Catherine Jayne, not forgetting both the boys also ;-)

Now to relax with a nice glass of wine…perfect

rc

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Catherine Jayne
Date: 25 May 08 - 04:14 PM

Sorry to hear about your mum RC, we are sending emergy for a full and swift recovery. Stay strong.

Drove my brother back to Hythe and went for a country drive around the Kent coast in the sunshine. London was misty and damp when we got back but it's been a lovely day.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Catherine Jayne
Date: 25 May 08 - 04:22 PM

Ooo...forgot to say....Congrats to you and your daughter!

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Amos
Date: 25 May 08 - 04:35 PM

On the streets of San Diego, California, this morning, waiting for breakfast, a new father came up with his perhaps 10-month daughter in his arms. She was so alive, and alert, and had the friendliest goofy grin on her face, looking out at the world, that it was impossible to take life half as seriously as "one is supposed to", just looking at her bright and hopeful spirit.


A

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 25 May 08 - 05:49 PM

A wonderful day for me---I didn't work at all which is quite unusual for me -- except for two phone calls that secured one of my clients their new home. The sun is shining - I weeded the garden -- stopped at a coffee shop and had a cup of coffee with Tom - and generally felt that life was soooooo good...

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 25 May 08 - 05:55 PM

Kids eh, once they get too big for the oven, they're no good to anybody.

G


[I'm under the table if anybody [nice] wants me.]

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: gnu
Date: 25 May 08 - 06:12 PM

I put the potted flowers out at dawn. There was a touch of frost on the rooves. After I hung the last basket of mini-petunias from the eave of the garage, he appeared. I froze in mid sip of my tea. He worked his way along each of the five flower baskets I hung from the garage. Then, he was arm's length away. He came closer and stared, as if to say thank you and went back to feeding.

He visited me twice more, even though I wasn't near the flowers. Once, he was again just arm's length away. I guess he figures I am in charge of the flowers... God of the Hummingbirds.

I painted, mowed lawns, took Mum out for more flowers and cooked for her, chatted with neighbours, etc.

But, that little bird made my day.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: katlaughing
Date: 25 May 08 - 06:52 PM

ah, gnu, how wonderful. My uncle put out feeders every year. Every year he had generations of hummingbirds show up, land on his hat and hand, feeding constantly from the feeders and his garden. Aren't they incredible creatures? Good for you for feeding them, etc.

No kidding, Giok!**bg** Three under two could be holy terrors!

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: LilyFestre
Date: 25 May 08 - 08:48 PM

What made me happy today? Sleeping in, spending most of the day at home working outside, prepping my pots for my container gardening (some things really DO do much better in a pot), playing with my dogs, having some unexpected company, an impromtu BBQ and a trip to our favorite ice cream joint and taking the long way home. Yes, it's been a wonderful day and all of it made me happy.....I'm looking forward to another day like this tomorrow!!!

Michelle

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: JennieG
Date: 25 May 08 - 10:01 PM

Feeling better! I have been off work for two weeks with shingles which I would not wish on my worst enemy. But I have the all-clear to return to work and I am feeling much better. And it's only 313 days until we retire.

But we're not counting.......

Cheers
JennieG

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Roger the Skiffler
Date: 26 May 08 - 05:28 AM

A local pub advertising these two events ON THE SAME EVENING: 8pm Morris Dancers; 7 pm Monthly meeting of local Conservative Association. Just imagining the free and frank exchange of views in the bar later, might almost be worth popping along!


RtS

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Catherine Jayne
Date: 26 May 08 - 05:39 AM

We don't have an issue with 3 under 2. Twins run in both families and with pretty much the same age gap too. We're looking forward to it. It's a blessing and we have an excellent support network!.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: maeve
Date: 26 May 08 - 06:39 AM

It's a wonderful blessing. How lovely to be looking forward to having a family of three much-loved children.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: LilyFestre
Date: 26 May 08 - 07:13 AM

Blue skies, birds singing, plans to be kayaking all day and a day off with the love of my life....how's that for a start? :)

Michelle

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 26 May 08 - 07:22 AM

Interesting post Roger the Skiffler, looks to me like you assume, as do I, that the majority of folkies are lefties. (Apart from Mike Gibson ;))
Why should they not have got along like old friends?

G

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Jeri
Date: 26 May 08 - 11:18 AM

I woke up to a beautiful day.
I didn't want to get out of my warm bed but had things I wanted to do.
I have music, melodies and words that I love.
I have friends I love.
There is a full summer ahead and at least for now, I can afford petroleum products.
What has hurt me or pissed me off or just made me feel crappy just doesn't matter today.

Nothing made me happy today. I just started out that way.
Disgusting, ain't it?

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: fat B****rd
Date: 26 May 08 - 02:45 PM

I completed my History Exam (FInal) at 12.05 PM.
The weather is good, so I watered the garden.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: Charmion
Date: 26 May 08 - 05:06 PM

I had a really great bowl of steel-cut oatmeal for breakfast with an even better cup of coffee and a truly excellent orange, the huge navel kind. Great start to the day!

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: katlaughing
Date: 26 May 08 - 07:18 PM

We got everything done we set out to do today. See the de-cluttering thread for more specifics!

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: katlaughing
Date: 26 May 08 - 11:39 PM

One more late in the day! My grandson, Morgan, was on the road, today, coming home with his parents from a trip to Wyoming. He called me from the car to tell me he got me a present. He then called back to ask if I wanted to know what he got me. Without giving me a chance to answer, he told me he had a squirt gun for me and it was purple! (He knows I like that colour.) Two hours later, they made it home, came over to give me my "gift." He handed me a plastic bag, I peeked in and took a deep breath. He'd surprised me. My daughter had stopped by the roadside and cut a few swatches of sagebrush for me. Almost made me cry and Morgan had played a trick on me, teasing me about a squirt gun! I shall dry it and make smudge sticks from it...nothing like fresh sagebrush. Love that smell!

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: jacqui.c
Date: 27 May 08 - 07:37 AM

how wonderful Kat! They do like tricking there nannies, don't they?

Happies this week include watching two of my favourite guys getting together on the same level, it seems. Kendall and my grandson have bonded very well and are enjoying each other's company. Kendall calls Lewis 'The Little Englishman' and Lewis can't wait to get outside for a water fight with Kendall.

Subject: RE: BS: What made you happy today
From: SINSULL
Date: 27 May 08 - 09:19 AM

I had Louis for the day Sunday. We had breakfast as a group then off to watch the parade with Genevieve, Kendall's car, as a star performer. Louis and I went to the Christmas Tree Shop and "stocked up", then to my house for time with the kitties then a ball game at Hadlock Field where Louis caught a ball. I am dead lobster red and hurting but smiling - smiling hurts.

Louis managed to unearth at least ten dancing singing contraptions and had them all going at once. He was somewhat taken back by the abundance of cat hair but still asked me not to call his grandmother. Maybe they would forget he was with me and he could spend the night. LOL He is such a joy.
Auntie SINS