I present you with a list (in no particular order) of things that make me really (sometimes ridiculously) happy:
Chocolate - I have a major sweet tooth! I will indulge in just about any sweet treat, but if I had to pick, chocolate would be the obvious choice. My day is not complete unless I have had at least some kind of chocolate.
I still dream about these churros con chocolate at Cafe Futbol in Granada, Spain. |
FaceTime - FaceTime has become a major part of how I stay in touch with family and friends. Being able to see the faces of my loved ones helps me to feel like I'm not so far away.
FaceTiming with my extended family on Thanksgiving. |
Some of my students from my very first year of teaching. |
One of my favorite travel memories |
Warm Weather - Being born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona has truly made me a desert rat. I would rather be hot than cold any day. There is just something about a warm, sunny day that makes me happy.
Can't you just feel the heat radiating from this photo of the beautiful Arizona desert? |
Christmas Music - I've found that enthusiasm for Christmas music is a pretty black and white issue for most people- either you love it or it drives you nuts. Me? I LOVE it! In college, November 1st was always the unofficial date when I would begin listening to Christmas music (much to my roommates' annoyance) :-) They were good sports though! I've calmed down a bit over the years and generally try to wait until closer to Thanksgiving. Something about the familiar songs and feelings they conjure makes me so happy. I usually have a hard time weening myself from the Christmas music after the holiday season has passed.
Koalas - In general, I'm an animal lover, but my
Bliss. |
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