A friend of mine did this and challenged me to do it also. Check out mine, then check out Mik, and then let’s hear yours!
Besides the obvious – books, books, and more books – you should see my book shelves (and what’s under the bed, in the attic, in the storage room…) – here are other things that make me smile:
1. October mornings – when the colors seem to be so bright and clear outside. The sky a vivid blue, the trees still green, the air just a little bit crisper. It feels like a new beginning to me.
2. A day off in the middle of the week – with no errands to run and no one home but moi and the dog. And sometimes I send her to the groomer. Hmmm, all alone. Even better if it is an October day.
3. Coffee from Starbucks – there is no other. Well, except maybe a cup of chicory coffee at Cafe Du Monde in New Orleans with a plate of beinets.
4. Storms – to see the dark clouds roll in and hear and feel the thunder makes me feel alive.
5. Phone calls/emails from a friend – whether they are in a good mood or bad, it honors me to know they want to talk or be with me.
6. American Idol – I have no clue why I get so hooked on that show. But I love it.
7. Bubble baths – escape with a good book, candles, glass of wine or diet coke; I could stay until all pruny.
8. Halloween – my favorite holiday. The weather, the festivities, the decorations… and you don’t have to spend all day cooking.
9. Movies – love all kinds. Include popcorn and diet coke – another escapism for me. And sometimes a really good one inspires me to write.
10. Gummy bears – go figure. But only a certain kind.
Oh, yeah, did I mention books?
