My daily journal of happiness...
2012
Wednesday, November 28, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: nearly done with my first mini quilt, have managed to walk the dogs every morning this week, and enjoyed sharing my quilting at the fall festival
Saturday, October 27, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: had a wonderful halloween party with the neighbors, the dogs played forever this morning and are really tired, and I get to visit my mom today!
Thursday, October 25, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: nearly finished on a new art quilt, halloween candy rocks, and for the ability to actually know what to make for dinner each night so far!
Wednesday, October 24, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for a clean house, for the Halloween party coming up this weekend, and for the pup who maintains my sanity
Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: quilting class tomorrow, big project is almost done, and loving on my pups!
Tuesday, October 9, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: awesome football game, nice long weekend, and I'm holding myself together!
Tuesday, September 25, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: easy dinners, hikes in the woods after work, and books on cd for the commute
Monday, September 24, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: nice to long weekend helped me unwind and feel great again, the fall sunshine is just what I needed, and it's so much fun to see puppies playing together!
Thursday, September 13, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: today is my Friday, good stuff is on the horizon, and I am getting to the end of my book on CD... and it's been a wonderful 'read!'
Wednesday, September 12, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: Sammy is sleeping well and healing up nicely!, the mister and I have shared fires these last few nights, and for football. Oh, how I have missed football!
Monday, September 10, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: Sammy's is doing really well post surgery, we managed to enjoy some sunshine, and for the experience of wedding shopping with my SIL!
Tuesday, August 28, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for the time to hang with the Mister, for the pups that make us laugh everyday, and for all the days we've had recently filled with sunshine!
Wednesday, August 22, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for chilly evenings that allow a fire to be put in the fireplace, for puppies that make us laugh every single day, and for friends that keep in touch even if I stink at it.
Tuesday, July 31, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for mega progress on the sammy quilt, creating via multimedia feels so good, and for my darlin who is keeping a positive attitude!
Friday, July 27, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for a wee bit of sewing time, for the storms to pass safely, and for my darling husband who is so strong... and keeps his chin up!
Thursday, July 19, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: starting a new Sammy training class, made a kick butt presentation today, and books to stick my nose in.
Wednesday, July 18, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: daily exercise in the form of swimming till we are all exhausted, for frozen hamburgers that come to the rescue of not knowing what to make for dinner, and for grabbing an hour of quilting time last night. -- love revving up the sewing machine!
Tuesday, July 17, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: a family swim last night, the best hawk sighting yet, and the thought that there might be baby hawks being raised right in my backyard!!!
Monday, July 16, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for a weekend filled with swimming and laughter, for eight years together with the Mister, and for the creative whoosh I'm experiencing!
Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for having a home gym to work out at, for two adorable pups who are happy to walk with me in the morning, and for the newest Falconry magazine in the mailbox.
Monday, July 9, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: a relaxing and refreshing long long weekend, for swimming in the lake with the Mister and the dogs, and for the beach/lake that's a stone's throw from the house.
Tuesday, July 3, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: a sunshiny morning, the singing bird that's nesting in the bird house, and for a early morning walk with the dogs to the lake.
Monday, July 2, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: new month, new boss, new opportunities!
Friday, June 29, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for art pad time, for pizza night, and that the family is back together!
Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for silly cooking shows that the Mister and I watch together, for words with friends, and for this amazing sunshiny morning!
Tuesday, June 26, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: awesome dinner last night, enjoyed some multimedia time in my sketch book, and determined to train Sammy to like having her nails cut
Monday, June 25, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: enjoyed the sunshine over the weekend, feeling pretty rested, and wrapping my mind around all the changes coming
Thursday, June 21, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: enjoyed So You Think You Can Dance last night, loving that this is a short work week for me, and feeling inspired to create!
Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: I made a multimedia work yesterday, I haven't been too tired, and I'm loving my pups!
Wednesday, June 13, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: I finished quilting my rainbow quilt and totally love it -- can't wait to wash it tonight and have a snuggle, I'm still really enjoying my hawking book and learning a lot of terminology, and had a wonderful dinner prepared by the Mister!
Tuesday, June 12, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: enjoyed a day out of the office, I'm really liking the results of the fabric painting, and enjoy hearing the hawks early in the morning.
Saturday, June 9, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: took the pups for a long walk and swimming in the lake, the pups got a bath and are so fluffy and soft, and might get to see fireworks tonight.
Friday, June 8, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: snuck in a walk with the doggos before the rain, it was pizza night, and enjoyed silly tv shows with the Mister!
Thursday, June 7, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: spent a little more time arranging the prism triangle quilt... wow it's big one and sheesh I need to cut a lot more triangles, had a blast hanging out with Sammy.. she almost has roll over down, and looking forward to pizza night!
Wednesday, June 6, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: took a late night walk with the pups... enjoying the long days, didn't get rained on, and looking forward to a long weekend!
Tuesday, June 5, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: finished the book Prey and was pretty happy with the ending, enjoyed some training time with the dogs last night, and ready to start sketching hawks for a new hawk quilt.
Monday, June 4, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: filed my application for Falconry test, getting to the end of a good book, and happy to have spent a bunch of time quilting my rainbow quilt over the weekend.
Saturday, June 2, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: enjoyed a fire to warm the chilly night, made my first hand applique mushroom, and love the big windows to watch the storms roll through.
Thursday, May 31, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: I had a lot of fun with Katie at nose work class last night, I'm really enjoying the book I'm reading, and Sammy is adorable with her new toys!!
Tuesday, May 29, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: The itches are finally starting to go away... but slowly, I have watermelon for lunch and took a nice walk to the lake with the pups this morning (even if the bull frog scared Katie)
Friday, May 25, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: feeling better, going into a long weekend, and for puppies who know exactly what to do.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: my husband who always know what to do, for the puppies who are snuggling professionals, and for projects that are going right.
Monday, May 7, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: wowie what a weekend, I enjoyed our guilds quilt show, I enjoyed sewing conversations and commradare, and I even got my veggie seeds in the ground!
Monday, April 30, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: it's Katie's birthday!, we had a lovely long and very productive weekend, and I have managed to protect most of my plants from the frost over the weekend!
Thursday, April 26, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: training classes with the dogs that are just as fun for me as they are for them, busy weeks that fly by, and thoughts of vacation planning in the air.
Tuesday, April 17, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for an awesome walk with the dogs that included a swim in the lake, for birthday baths giving us super fluffy nice smelling pups, and for quilt guild meetings!
Monday, April 16, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: the veggie garden is all set up and ready for planting, for the warm weather and sunshine, and for the awesome quilt show coming up!
Saturday, April 14, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for spending time with family yesterday, for taking the first small steps toward getting healthy by shrinking the amount of sugar I eat, and for easy quilting projects to distract me
Wednesday, April 11, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: get to go to nose work class with Katie tonight, giving a confetti quilt demo at lunch, and ready to figure out what the next big thing will be.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: finally got closure on an open item, enjoyed getting to bed early last night, and it was so awesome to see my mentor today!
Friday, April 6, 2012 -Things to be Happy for: I really enjoyed Katie's nose work class, it was so nice to go out for lunch with friends this week, and looking forward to having family over!
Tuesday, April 3, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: well, the stone wall is about 90% done!, the pups got a nice long walk and extra time outside, and all four of my new fishies are still alive... they can have names by the weekend!
Monday, April 2, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for the woodpile that is now neatly stacked, for the rock wall that is nearly built, and for the time in front of the fire playing with yarn and my crochet hook!
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for a long week .... that included time to read and finish two books, for snuggly puppy time in abundance, and for getting a bunch of chores done!
Friday, March 23, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: had a great run/walk with the dogs, spent time chatting with the neighbors -- love how the warm weather draws us all to the lake, and got the first part of news on a new position I am being considered for *my fingers are crossed*
Thursday, March 22, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: Katie rocked her nose work class last night, I am still finding that getting out and about with people recharges me, and we had the cutest little puppy snuggle up with us at bedtime. Although surprise midnight kisses are a bit overrated!
Wednesday, March 21, 2012 -Things to be Happy for: I'm still floating on cloud 9 from the positive reaction I got to my quilt work last night, I am going to start reading the Hunger Games -- it's down loaded to the kindle, and I am so grateful for my supportive husband who makes it possible for me to take on so many fulfilling things!
Monday, March 19, 2012 -Things to be Happy for: had a nice long busy and full weekend, soaked in a TON of sunshine!, and the dogs are so very very tired!
Friday, March 16, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: slept well, day off, and the slow pace of the day is very soothing!
Wednesday, March 14, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: enjoyed a long dog walk after work to unwind, spending a bunch of time behind my sewing machine sewing up a storm, and for my mentor who gives me the strength and courage to persevere no matter what.
Monday, March 12, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for sunshine in the evenings, for making maple syrup with my sweetie, and for squeaky clean dogs...love how soft they are after a bath!
Friday, March 9, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for morning walks with the dog that ground and center me, for a bit of awesome sewing and a mini quilt to come out better than expected, and for the fact that it's FRIDAY!! Looking forward to some down time! Oh, and I'd like to add that Katie's nose class was also really fun this week... I think we are both already looking forward to next week's class!
Wednesday, March 7, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: maple sugaring is so much fun so far, loving all the dog walks, and feeling better from wisdom teeth surgery.
Monday, March 5, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: recovering well from having my wisdom teeth out, enjoyed bunches of walks with the dogs, and we tapped trees for maple syrup! How cool!
Thursday, March 1, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: I am already starting to improve my calm assertiveness with the dogs... go Ceasar's book, the snow is pretty again, and looking forward to pizza tonight!
Wednesday, February 29, 2012 - LEAP DAY! - Things to be Happy for: Sammy was a total snuggle bug this morning, we are bracing for snow... could be really fun to play in, and I'm supposed to start a training class with Katie tonight on using her nose!
Wednesday, February 22, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: meeting with my quilty guild, for everyone oohing and ahhhing over my dress mini, and for the newest quilt popping out of my head on into real form!
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: a nice long weekend filled with sunshine, hiking, puppies, and house projects.
Monday, February 13, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: enjoyed a weekend filled with family, got to take Sammy with me.. and loved every moment of it, and for my get together with the neighborhood ladies on Friday.. wow, that was a busy weekend!
Monday, February 6, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: started an addicting new book -- the fifth Game of Thrones, enjoyed long dog walks, and can't get enough of this great weather!
Thursday, February 2, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: I got my Wish Upon a Star quilt top finished up!!, I get a haircut later, and snuggle time with Sammy!
Wednesday, February 1, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: for a day to myself with sunshine and the dogs, for getting all my to-do's crossed off my list, and for the extra rest that comes with a slower day!
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: finished one of my swap items -- the cutest pincushion ever, spending time sketching never fails to make me smile, and I'm loving my busy days lately!
Monday, January 23, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: holy cow.. great football games yesterday, I enjoyed every moment spent with the dogs this weekend, and blue pancakes!!!
Tuesday, January 17, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: an extra long weekend with the rhythm of working on a house project with the Mister, taking a nice long walk with the dogs, and then soaking as many football hours as possible!!
Friday, January 13, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: making progress on my English paper piecing project, had a great bacon cheeseburger for dinner, and just love wearing out those adorable doggies!!
Thursday, January 12, 2012 -- Things to be Happy for: started my first English paper piecing project, took a nap yesterday afternoon, and downloaded a new book to the kindle -- can't read until quilt is done!!
Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: I finished book #2 of the year, I am sending loving-healing thoughts to my mother in love, and thank you for the little white puppy in my life who is doing all she can to care for me and nurse me back to health.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: had fun with dinner last night, got flowers for the table -- happy orange, yellows, and pinks, and slept well.
Monday, January 9, 2012 -Things to be Happy for: Whohohooo for the Giants winning, the dogs are being so darn good, and the full moon last night was incredible!
Friday, January 6, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: getting a good night sleep, learning how to go about cutting Sammy's toenails, and we're going to see the Giants kick some Falcon butt. Can't wait!!!
Thursday, January 5, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: more cutting progress on my stars and enjoying trying to figure out how big to make the quilt, thank goodness for tea to sooth my seal barking cough, and reading like it's going out of style.
Wednesday, January 4, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: I was able to tire out the puppy even though it's totally dark and cold outside -- thank goodess she loves to chase a thrown toy or ball down the long hallway over and over again!, I am still zinging through my book at a record pace -- thank you Kindle!, and I am cutting and cutting to get all the pieces together for the stars quilt. Feels like progress!
Tuesday, January 3, 2012 - Things to be Happy for: I enjoyed the long weekend and long dog walks, I've started journaling again, and looking forward to getting back to my sewing machine!
2011
Friday, December 30, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: I'm tired, but grateful that it should a be shorter day, gotta love apple cider donuts, and loving my dogs!
Thursday, December 29, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: I am still glued to my book via my kindle, the dogs are being amazing together, and we might get to see the Northern Lights tonight!
Tuesday, December 27, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: so totally enjoyed Christmas and all the family time, we have a great start to our tiling project, and really enjoying my new kindle!
Wednesday, December 21, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: happy equinox! so looking forward to longer days and brighter mornings!, today there will be lots of merriment, and I have found out and get to meet with my mentor for the first time. Can't wait!
Tuesday, December 20, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: lots of puppy snuggle time, enjoying the end of a great book (the kind you can't put down), and looking forward to finding out who my mentor will be today!
Monday, December 19, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: the tiling project is off to a great start, the dogs are being so very cute together, and I think we have most all of the gifites ready for giving!
Friday, December 16, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: got a bunch more sewing done last night, it's almost the weekend, and I am not feeling as stressed out as I was last time this week.
Thursday, December 15 2011 - Things to be Happy for: snuggling with both pups in the bed at night, getting that feeling that I might be able to finish all my sewing in time for Christmas, and for my hot creative streak!!!
Monday, December 12 2011 - Things to be Happy for: two freshly washed pups, another piece that is on the d-u-n list, and a day off coming up!
Wednesday, December 7, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: a good nights sleep, the warmer weather, and less than 20 days till Chrismas!!
Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: had a beautiful day in the sunshine with my mister yesterday, enjoying a lazy morning so far, and looking forward to a movie later!
Saturday, November 19, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: for a sunshine filled morning, an early trip out into the woods, and the long vacation stretched out in front of me!
Tuesday, November 15, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MR. HAPPY!!, who could believe it's already been three years since we stood before each other and said our vows -- I can't imagine our lives being any different and I can't imagine life without you! Your my best friend and I love you!
Monday, November 14, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: everything is now totally cleaned up from the crazy October snowstorm, enjoyed some mister and me time by a campfire, and had a blast watching football at our favorite burger place!
Thursday, November 10, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: quilted a bit of NY-NY last night and it's still coming together in a lovely way, it was so awesome to come home to dinner already cooked, and I ate brussel sprouts!! Say yes to leafy green eats!!
Wednesday, November 9, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: Got a lot of sewing time in last night, feeling better from my flu shot, and looking forward to the long weekend!
Tuesday, November 8, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: lots of puppy snuggles, got to watch Terranova and I am still really liking the show, and I went to bed nice and early!
Monday, November 7, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: enjoyed a fantastic Giants football game with the mister, we got a ton of work behind us and the resulting stacks of wood are very pretty, and I feel rested for the first time in two weeks!! Yippie!!
Friday, November 4, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: got to the sewing machine for an hour... first time in a week, banana pancakes this morning hit the spot, and really getting into the book I'm reading!
Thursday, November 3, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: a night of pretty good sleep, spending a lot of time reading my book, and trying to enjoy the eating out.
Wednesday, November 2, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: went to bed early and I feel a bit more refreshed, enjoyed snuggle and a book time with Sammy, and starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel!!
Tuesday, November 1, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: the big tree is now off the lines and slowly being dismantled, Sammy kept me great company last night, and well, is it Friday yet?
Monday, October 31, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: well, we are surviving this snow and no power stretch -- ugg, but for good things... the sunshine is amazing, it warms my heart to see the puppies sleep near each other in the sun, and thankful the house is still warm and comfortable.
Friday, October 28, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: going to a Halloween party this weekend in costume!, lots of snuggling time with the puppies, and finishing a quilt today!
Wednesday, October 26, 2011- Things to be Happy for: enjoyed a long hike, lots of projects brewing, and loving that Sammy and I are getting closer and closer every day!
Tuesday, October 18, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: quilt guild meeting tonight!, another finish to share, and the puppy slept for an amazing 9 hours!!!
Monday, October 17, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: enjoyed a day of painting furniture, had fun at the Sheep and Wool Festival, and Sammy gets her stitches out this week!!
Thursday, October 13, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: first puppy training course, looking forward to fancy steaks for dinner -- and potatoes!!, and looking forward to a long weekend!
Monday, September 26, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: enjoyed a low key weekend, spent a gob of time sewing and making new dog bed covers, and loved all the time I spent with the mister and the pups... oh and the Giants even won!
Wednesday, September 21, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: enjoyed my first ever quilt guild meeting, so inspired, and looking forward to sharing halloween crafts!!
Friday, September 16, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: a day off, sunshine, and weather that is just begging for a fire in the fireplace and the first snuggle under the king size quilt I made this summer!
Wednesday, September 14, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: the house is sparkling clean, got to take a nice long walk with the dogs, and playing with yarn!!
Tuesday, September 13, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: got the house picked up and a lot of things put away, snuck in a really long dog walk complete with visits with the neighbors, and I managed to tire out Sammy!
Monday, September 12, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: got my hunting tags, Sammy is almost done loosing teeth, and really enjoyed watching football yesterday!
Wednesday, September 7, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: started my gun safety course, it's already midweek (thankgoodness), and I am really digging my new ring.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: Sammy made it through the night and seems to be her normal chaotic self.... crazy dogs!, I enjoyed a few re-runs of shows, and I think I have found my style of fabric painting!!
Tuesday, August 30, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: got through the storm pretty well, enjoyed the amazing sunshine and blue skies yesterday, and have gotten a TON of sewing done!!
Wednesday, August 24, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: doggies are sicky, but getting the care they need; thankful to be able to take care of them, the sunshine pouring in the window is such a pick me up, and I will have some quiet time to sew today.
Tuesday, August 23, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: had a great dinner with lamb (such a treat!), basted my X Marks the Spot quilt last night, and got a ton of peaches from a co-worker!!
Monday, August 22, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: Enjoyed the long weekend, really getting into the book, Game of Thrones, that I am reading, and can't help but smile at how awesome Sammy is!
Friday, August 19, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: slept well, getting to read a lot of my book, and it's already the weekend for me!
Thursday, August 18, 2011 -Things to be Happy for: spent two nights with Sammy sleeping with the pack -- such a sucker for puppy kisses in the middle of the night, the house is sparkling clean, and the mister will be back today!
Saturday, August 13, 2011 {It's my birthday!} - Things to be Happy for: going to the drive in to see Cowboy's and Aliens, gardening time to yank out the weeds, and so much loving family -- I'm one lucky gal!
Friday, August 12, 2011 {1 sleep 'til my birthday!} - Things to be Happy for: amazing 5 mile hike with the dogs yesterday, the most gorgeous sun and 70 degrees with a light breeze days, and just loving all this down time!!
Wednesday, August 10, 2011 {3 sleeps 'til my birthday!} - Things to be Happy for: enjoyed a fun swim in the lake with Sammy, ate more BBQ, and enjoying two worn out pups and their cute sleeping!!
Tuesday, August 9, 2011 {4 sleeps 'til my birthday!} - Things to be Happy for: it's vacation week, the weather is cooperating, the puppy is adorable, we are going on a ton of walks, and there is a lot of good food to eat!
Friday, August 5, 2011 {8 sleeps 'til my birthday!} - Things to be Happy for: I got a new tray of watercolors and happily sat down to use them for the first time last night, I liked the results of my watercolor doodling, and I am {} this close to finishing my fabric design for the design contest.
Thursday, August 4, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: for dancing that lifts my spirit, gives me goosebumps, and makes me cry... the puppy lost her first two teeth, and seriously less than two days till vacation!
Tuesday, August 2, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: the puppy has been getting along with the family really well the last few days, I am loving the time I get with water color pencils -- especially when I apply water to them, and so looking forward to returning to a spotless house!
Monday, August 1, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: finished my first king size quilt!, got in a nice long walk/hike with the family and even took the pups swimming, and it's my birthday month!!!!
Friday, July 29, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: Sewing time on a day off, playing with the puppy, and purging feels so darn good!
Monday, July 25, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: glad the heat wave is breaking, happy to spend time with my mom and dad, and for the homemade bread and butter pickles and strawberry jam in my refrigerator! I'm a lucky gal!
Friday, July 22, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: whohoaaaa, it's been awhile since I've been here reflecting on happy things. Have to admit I've been 'in the moment' for the last week soaking in all the goodness around me.
Highlights: my (little) brother got married, I got to see family that I haven't seen in six years!!!, and it's been all things puppy still. She really makes me laugh!
Friday, July 15, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: pizza Thursdays!, getting some chores out of the way, and puppies that want to curl up and snuggle in your lap!
Thursday, July 14, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: for apples and strawberry honey in my oatmeal, that Katie is feeling better after eating two meals of rice, and I got some sewing time in!
Wednesday, July 13, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: for the mister to be back safe and sound, for fresh lettuce from the garden on grilled chicken sandwiches, and for no puppy accidents yesterday... she is really starting to get the whole go outside thing. Yippie!!
Tuesday, July 12, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: time to read my book, a good conversation with my dad, and sweet sweet puppy kisses!
Monday, July 11, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: a nice long weekend filled with sunshine, a chance to hike and swim in the lake with Katie, and the time I snuck in to work on my quilting!
Friday, July 1, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: crazy travel schedule is over now for a bit, looking forward to the long weekend ahead... and the SUNSHINE!! Oh yes, the wonderful, warm, bright, beautiful sunshine. Can't wait to soak it all in!
Wednesday, June 29, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: Happy to see my family again, happy to see some sunshine yesterday.... (but what is up with all this rain?), and happy for cinnamon and brown sugar in my oatmeal.
Monday, June 27, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: that whole huge pile of ironing is done... ironed... hung up in the closet, and done!!, the dogs are very very very tired. It's a beautiful thing to have tired happy dogs snoozing at your feet. And I am filling my first fabric flower order. Feeling very thankful to be able to share my talents!!
Friday, June 24, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: puppy toes, dinner with the mister, and something about all this rain feels very refreshing.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: sewing time and seeing my quilt top come together, not having to water my plants... thank you rain, and for puppies that make all the troubles of the day seem to melt away.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: a puppy sleeping the whole night through, a puppy who is starting to ask to go outside, and this amazing sunshine and warm weather that is really energizing me!
Friday, June 17, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: an awesome vacation week, lots of time with the puppy and mister, and a big yippie for ice cream!!
Friday, June 10, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: making it through a hot night with no power and not being too grumpy, having the generator to allow a nice shower this morning, and we had an accident free morning (good Sammy!).
Thursday, June 9, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: a puppy that asked to go potty outside, watching Sammy grow and learn so much every day right now, and still keeping an eye on the mamma Robin who is nesting under our deck. She is sitting on the nest a lot lately... wonder when the eggs will hatch?
Wednesday, June 8, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: days filled with sunshine, puppy breath, and feeling somewhat rested
Monday, June 6, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: Sammy the Great nearly slept the whole night through (and she probably would have if it weren't for some mean mamma who got worried and looked in on her to make sure she was still breathing... and startled her.. and gave her hiccups), happy for easy and tasty BBQ'ed pulled pork, and we hung up the hammock... looking forward to lazy sunshine filled days!!
Sunday, June 5, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: Sammy is fitting right into our family... it's like we have always been together, the weather has been perfect for potty training, and so happy to be surrounded by family to treasure these puppy moments!
Friday, June 3, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: It's Sammy Day!! Secretly hoping the day flies by so that we can go and pick up Sammy already, and the sun is shining, and the sky is blue, and Katie got a bath! Life is good!
Thursday, June 2, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: Sammy got a clean bill of health and is coming home to us tomorrow!!!!
Wednesday, June 1, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: we are nearly puppy ready, the sun is shine and I'm loving it, and enjoying sweet oranges as my afternoon snack!
Tuesday, May 31, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: one of the best weekends in a long time, our soon to be addition to the family, and the amazing sunshine! Sunshine is really the best way to start any morning!
Monday, May 30, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: really enjoyed my time off so far. It was so nice to see family I haven't seen in awhile, we've gotten a lot done around the house, and soaked in tons of sunshine!
Thursday, May 26, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: the start of a long weekend, lots of laughter coming from the house, and looking forward to seeing my brother!
Wednesday, May 25, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: glorious sunshine!, new plants for the garden: tomatos and cucumbers, and I still can't get over how little it takes to make Katie the happiest dog ever. A simple car ride did it yesterday!
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: completed more quilting on my king size -- nearly ready for binding, getting a clean house today, and for the love of mochi (Hawaii stick rice snack).
Monday, May 23, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: lots of time to sleep off this cold meant tons of doggy snuggle time, pj day, and lots of fresh fruit in the house!
Friday, May 20, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: loving that the rain stopped long enough to get a walk in with the dog, enjoyed homemade pizza, and starting the morning off right with a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich smothered in hot sauce -- YUM!
Wednesday, May 18, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: I started quilting my king size quilt and it's going fairly well so far, I have the most snuggly and loving dog, and hooray for crock pot dinners!!
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: snuck in a bit more sewing time, dinner is in the crock pot, and all this rain has to be helping my allergies from bothering me!
Monday, May 16, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: time to refresh and recenter, good work toward making our house a home, and the best dang dog in the world -- so glad we found each other!
Friday, May 13, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: stacked a ton of wood, had an awesome burger for lunch with the mister, and looking forward to an evening in the sewing room!
Tuesday, May 10, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: warm weather and sunshine, a walk around the lake with a tail bouncing puppy, and for the little white fluffs flying around in the air -- signaling that my allergies should be more manageable!
Friday, May 6, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: some sewing time, sunshine gardening with the puppy through the sneezing, and lots of time to let all this silly stress go.
Thursday, May 5, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: another fun night of hanging out, watching survivor, and relaxing!
Wednesday, May 4, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: spent a solid two hours prepping and planting my veggie garden! Lettuce, herbs, peas, and hot peppers are in. Next up squash, potatoes, and tomatoes! Also, got another delivery of yummy meatballs, and lastly loving my family to bits lately!
Monday, May 2, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: Got a lot of time in the garden this weekend, celebrated the pups birthday, and enjoyed meeting a very experienced quilter!
Friday, April 29, 2011 -Things to be Happy for: a day off in the sunshine, sleeping with the windows open, and tomorrow is a certain pups birthday!!
Wednesday, April 27, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: enjoyed a walk around the lake again -- that's two nights in a row!, this warm weather is really making me smile, and enjoying my sewing time!
Tuesday, April 26, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: house is going to be nice and clean, the weather is so warm and summery, and enjoyed the walk around the lake with the mister and pup! Oh.. and we saw a salamander!!
Monday, April 25, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: enjoyed the weekend with the mister, got my hands in the dirt for the first time in a long time... it's warm outside!!
Wednesday, April 20, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: happy to be home sweet home, nice to snuggle with the family, and looking forward to the weekend!
Monday, April 18, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: laid new tile in the bathroom, enjoyed a long walk in the woods, and got Katie to a golden play date -- so adorable!
Friday, April 15, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: relaxing day with hubs, beautiful sunny weather, and saved myself from a huge disaster.
Wednesday, April 13, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: I GOT THE PHONE CALL!!! WHOHOHOHOOOOOO.... yes sir'ee.... I am one step closer, spent a bunch of time sewing last night, and slept under one of my quilts!
Tuesday, April 12, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: I GOT THE PHONE CALL!!! WHOHOHOHOOOOOO.... yes sir'ee.... I am one step closer, Katie got to sleep all day and should be a blast to play with later, and when in doubt drink a cup of tea. Tea makes the world an amazing totally rocking place to be!
Friday, April 8, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: mmmmmmm... Thai food!, it was fun to wear a skirt this week, and my seedlings are doing really well!!
Thursday, April 7, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: got a full night sleep, enjoyed the opening reception for the art show, and enjoyed cuddle time with the doggy!
Wednesday, April 6, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: made the cutest fabric flowers, enjoyed an easy going and full of laughs dinner with the mister, and sending all my thoughts and prayer to my MIL for today to go as well as it can.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: finished two more pieces to be included in the art show this week, enjoyed a lot of chatting and laughs with the mister, and excited to help set up the art show today!
Monday, April 4, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: enjoy a whole sun filled day, re-ignited my love affair with my laundry line and fresh smelling sheets, and happy that an idea I had to make fabric frames is actually working -- I'll be sharing them early this week!
Saturday, April 2, 2011 - Things to be Happy for: leadership conference today, bright amazing sunshine, and possibly figuring out what is keeping me from being more healthy.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 Things to be Happy for: homemade meals that are inspired by recipes, but not followed to the T, a snuggly puppy who is ok with going back to bed, and a clean organized house!
Monday, March 28, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: time with the family, the all day plumbing-a-thon worked yesterday ... huge sigh of relief, and I even managed some ironing ... still trying to tame the giant pile that is in need of ironing!
Friday, March 25, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: the sunshine, the snow storm didn't hit us, and date night with the mister!
Thursday, March 24, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: it's almost the weekend, I am still taking steps in the right direction for what I am reaching for right now, and Katie is the best therapy a gal could ever have!
Wednesday, March 23, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: the snow is pretty dusting the trees, papaya in my oatmeal this morning -- and local honey in my attempt to fight off spring sneezes, and taking another very positive step closer to where I belong.
Tuesday, March 22, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: Katie did not meet Mr. skunk last night, I got the best package in the mail from a sweet friend!, and love spicy tomato soup jarred from the garden last season!
Monday, March 21, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: cleaned my room and took out another big bag of things that I don't need any more, go to work on my crewel flowers and finished a new one -- so pretty!, and it's a quiet quiet day here. Like hearing crickets quiet.
Saturday, March 19, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: enjoyed a fantastic day with the family, oh this sunshine has been my fuel -- and I am just about recharged!!, and got some great news ... very encouraging... can't wait to be able to share more!
Thursday, March 17, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: lovely soul filling sunshine, Happy St. Patrick's day -- I wore my green, and can't beat the simple pleasure of homemade pizza!
Wednesday, March 16, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: this rain today may finally make all the snow piles disappear, I have some exciting packages to stick in the mail, and I optimistic for all the things that may soon be real in our lives!
Tuesday, March 15, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: lovely to get the pup outside for a bit yesterday, having two finished quilts sitting on my desk, and the fish in the fish tank are so much happier after their cleaning -- maybe stop for a few new ones later.
Sunday, March 13, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: sunshine, running, and enjoying those two things with the puppy!
Friday, March 11, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: blessed that my family is healthy and safe today.
Thursday, March 10, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: sandwiched Tribal quilt last night, had a great sleep, and dreaming of splashing in puddles with rainboots on to make the rainy-day blah's go away.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: finished sewing the Tribal top, Katie and I played a ton and so much that she did a number on my sewing room, ha!, and enjoying all the bulbs blooming around the house... definitely going to be able to hold me over till spring arrives!
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: chicken in the crockpot was amazing, can never go wrong with french fries, and soaking in the sunshine!
Monday, March 7, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: oh that was a nice long weekend!!, enjoyed gobs of sewing time, and totally looking forward to the chicken in the crockpot for dinner!
Friday, March 4, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: getting caught up on my Tribal quilt and love love loving how it's coming, pulled pork dinner last night was fantastic, and I'm getting a haircut today!
Thursday, March 3, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: made binding and attached it to Central Park Pin Wheels quilt last night!, slept like a rock, and had the best darn sandwich for lunch courtesy of my lovely Mr. Happy -- YUM!
Wednesday, March 2, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: got in a nice walk with the dog down to the lake, the sunshine is bright and cheery, and there were so many good songs to sing to on the radio this morning -- singing always brightens my mood!!
Tuesday, March 1, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: chicken pot pie to warm the stomach, a flashlight walk with the dog to stretch the legs, and a really pretty sunrise to start the morning off right!
Monday, February 28, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: we are another day closer to spring, I have a great breakfast of acorn squash, cinnamon, and a little brown sugar, and Katie is still the most amazing dog ever!!!
Saturday, February 26, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: new fishies in the fish tank, the sunshine pouring in the window is amazing!, and looking forward to getting Katie outside a bit today!
Friday, February 25, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: got extra sleep last night, it's Friday, and can never get my fill of homemade pizza!!
Thursday, February 24, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: snuck in some fabric cutting and sewing time, it feels slightly warmer this morning, and yippie for fresh fruit!
Wednesday, February 23, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: Glee was really fun last night, I can never get over how smart Katie is and how much so loves hanging out with me, and guess what? It's already the middle of the week, yippie!!
Tuesday, February 22, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: fresh fruit for breakfast, the warm heat from the woodstove, and the bright amazing sunshine!
Monday, February 21, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: presidents day holiday, lots of good food to snack on, and a happy bouncy puppy!
Friday, February 18, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: grapefruit for breakfast, enjoying a lazy morning, and couldn't be happier to have such a long weekend on my hands!!
Wednesday, February 16, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: cut a lot of fabric for the next quilt last night, enjoying the clean house, and the mister cooked dinner for me!! Oh... and made up a batch of blueberry muffins -- yum!!!
Tuesday, February 15, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: the house is so much more put back together and will be nice and clean tonight, we are one day closer to a long long weekend, and even with the cold today... the rest of the week looks like it will be nice and warm. I can see getting my running in!!!
Monday, February 14, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: living and dining rooms are back together!!, countertop installed, and looking forward to a four day weekend.
Saturday, February 12, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: enjoyed sewing last night, today should be the day we put the living room back together, and what a great walk with the dog too!
Friday, February 11, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: egg and bacon sandwich with hot sauce for breakfast, Katie is feeling 110% again -- which makes me the happiest gal ever, and what a nice morning so far!
Thursday, February 10, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: breakfast for dinner was so good, got a tiny bit of sewing in last night, and taking in all this sunshine!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: the week seems to be going quickly, great sunshine this morning, and today I remembered my grapes!
Tuesday, February 8, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: played with the dog until she feel asleep last night, enjoyed most of House, and looking forward to some sewing time!
Monday, February 7, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: got so much done this weekend -- including all that painting!!, enjoyed the Superbowl, and seriously loving the welcome I got when I came home and everyone wanted to hug me. Love that!
Saturday, February 5, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: I am hoping to finish the last of the living room painting today, catch up on some chores, and get the living room put back together!
Friday, February 4, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: I am soaking up the sunshine this morning, I should have extra sewing and craft time today, and I love that dog of ours... she's amazing!
Thursday, February 3, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: weekend is coming early, one of my ideas is being used at work, and I have chocolate chip cookies in my bag!
Wednesday, February 2, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: snow/ice storm didn't quite pack the punch we were prepping for, the ground hog seems to have predicted an early spring (please oh please!), and enjoying
homemade meals today!
Tuesday, February 1, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: wearing warm comfy snow boots to work, egg sandwich for breakfast and a quiet as a mouse in a tiny house office!
Monday, January 31, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: survived the weekend no worse for the wear, lots more painting done, and should be a quiet lovely evening!
Friday, January 28, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: get to progress on the new breakfast bar countertop, hello weekend, and thankfully didn't have to shovel this morning!!
Thursday, January 27, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: took it slow last night, waking up to a ton of snow, but at least there is also sunshine!, and looking forward to homemade pizza tonight!
Wednesday, January 26, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: glad we were able to pull through the pipe disaster of 2011, coffee tastes good this morning and is easing me into the day, and I've got homemade chocolate chip cookies in my lunch -- doesn't get any better than that!
Tuesday, January 25, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: spent most of the evening with an 80lb pup in my arms -- she's an expert snuggler!, I have a fun new Valentine's Day craft to post, and I am one with the snow.. one with the snow... errr.. can it stop snowing?
Monday, January 24, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: a big part of the ceiling is painted!, enjoyed the football games yesterday, and happily sipping on a cup of coffee!
Saturday, January 22, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: went sledding today.. like hardcore into the woods to hit the BIG hills!, ate awesome grilled three cheese, and finding ways to laugh and smile with the mister!
Friday, January 21, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: warmth of the woodstove to ease these cold snowy days, waking up to a snow remove exercise routine is really toning my muscles, and I could never frown with such a fun loving snow dog at my side.
Thursday, January 20, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: made a nice dinner for the mister last night, the weekend is nearing, and I'm not as sore as I thought I would be -- and slept like a rock!
Wednesday, January 19, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: Hung with horses today, watched the snow fall -- on a farm!, and got to spend extra Katie time!
Tuesday, January 18, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: getting through all the posts in my post reader -- so much inspiration all in one place, the woodpecker on my house that is make me laugh and giving the pup and I something to chase, and homemade bread that is slowly filling the house with the most amazing smell!!
Saturday, January 15, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: so much painting completed, it looks amazing, and how fantastic is homemade pizza!!
Friday, January 14, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: the confetti quilt is coming together like lightening, the boiler got fixed quickly, and looking forward to the nice long weekend ahead!
Thursday, January 13, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: a nice bowl of oatmeal is warming my stomach, the snow looks so darn pretty, and I am excited about the confetti quilt idea I came up with yesterday! I should already be able to quilt the piece tonight!
Wednesday, January 12, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: the snow is so darn pretty, I'm happy to have the morning to relax with the mister, and Katie is loving this snow!!
Tuesday, January 11, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: lots of snow on the way, the whole family is back together, and pulled out venison to crock pot on tomorrow's cold snowy day!
Monday, January 10, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: more progress on the walls made and painting can begin as early as today, sweet potatoes for breakfast always get me going right, and I got to give away another table runner which makes me smile!
Saturday, January 8, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: woke up to a snowy winter wonderland, having a morning coffee with the mister, and lots of progress on the house project to be made today!
Friday, January 7, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: completed another round of sanding last night!, added more fabric to my desk for projects that are brewing in my head, and it's nearly the weekend -- who could be happy with a little weekend action near!
Thursday, January 6, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: working on the house with the mister is a fantastic feeling, I so adore that I get to share my life with my puppy, and I am enjoying designing our breakfast bar!!
Wednesday, January 5, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: another round of sanding is completed, Katie is a total snuggle bug which I love, and I feel rested even though I have way to much on my mind.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: I had a nice time with my sketch pad last night, enjoyed a nice long walk with Katie, and then proceeded to snuggle in front of the wood stove with Katie and book -- bliss! pure stinkin' bliss!
Monday, January 3, 2011 - 3 Things to be Happy for: really bright sunshine coming in my windows this morning, lots of progress on operation tear down kitchen wall, and lots of time to get caught up on odds and ends -- and sewing today!!
2010
Friday, December 31, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: took down the wall between the kitchen and the dining room -- hooray!, nice long weekend ahead, and the creative juices are flowing!!
Thursday, December 30, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: got a ton of ironing done last night... I know, but it still feels good to get some of it out of the way!, got to start watching Robin Hood a second time -- I know it's going to be a favorite, and it's the eve before the eve again; fa la la la!!!
Wednesday, December 29, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: drives have been easy, lots of free time to do random things with, and the wall between the kitchen and the dining room is slated to come down on Friday -- isn't that the type of thing you do on your New Years eve!
Tuesday, December 28, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: went sledding in the snow we got, enjoyed a walk with the dog this morning, and made progress on a tulip table runner!
Friday, December 24, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: just got a package in the mail from my family in Texas, I'm smiling ear to ear at the excitement of it all!
Wednesday, December 22, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: things are slowing down a bit as Christmas gets closer -- I'm excited for the next few days!!, I am looking forward to time with my honey and dog, and thank you thank you thank you thank you for a clean de-stressed house!
Tuesday, December 21, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: I got everything on my list checked off yesterday -- great clean slate feeling!, I get to go home to a clean house, and I feel like a little kid... only 4 days till Christmas. Mr. Happy is teasing me with the surprises he got me -- and I still have no clue even with the hints he gave me. So much fun!!
Monday, December 20, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: making beer yesterday went well so far, I feel like I am retaining some of my sanity... but getting that last 'oh my goodness there is so much to do feeling', and so looking forward to Christmas morning -- it really is a special time as I get to share it with just my immediate family (the Mr. and the dog). It's incredible to realize this year that yes, I have my very own family, and yes I love them to pieces, and yes I can't wait to have our own special moments together!
Saturday, December 18, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: I love my husband so much!! -- serious. best. thing. that. ever. happened. to. me!!, homemade bacon pizza rocks my socks, and got an amazing sleep last night!!
Friday, December 17, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: I love my husband so much!! -- serious. best. thing. that. ever. happened. to. me!!, I'm looking forward to a fun weekend filled with a party and family time, and Katie is having so much fun playing in the snow that's sticking around which of course makes me smile ear to ear!
Thursday, December 16, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: so much fun having my first giveaway, my quilt design is flowing out of my head and into the fabric rather easily, and have I mentioned lately how much I love my husband? -- serious. best. thing. that. ever. happened. to. me!!
Wednesday, December 15, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: my gut feeling was dead on with a work thing!!, I'm feeling so creative I'm practically bursting with the need to create, and I have slept so well the last few days.
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: downtime yesterday felt really good, my puppy has her big soft wolly coat on for the winter, and it's almost Christmas!!
Saturday, December 11, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: a nice quiet morning, hot coffee, and homemade french toast for breakfast!
Friday, December 10, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: it's my momma's birthday!, I did my first ever free motion quilting last night and love it, and I am so looking forward to a long wonderful weekend with my sweetie!
Thursday, December 9, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: an amazing husband, an amazing husband, and a pretty darn cute doggie!
Wednesday, December 8, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: Glee Christmas was so much fun last night, the house sparkles, and I'm being featured today over at Quiltstory by the lovely Heather and Megan!
Tuesday, December 7, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: enjoyed lots of sewing time and a table runner came to life before me, I feel like I finally turned the corner on this cold, and enjoying all the texts with my Mom!
Monday, December 6, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: southern pecan coffee, sunshine through the window, and a happy dog warming herself down by the wood stove!!
Saturday, December 4, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: sewing time is right around the corner for me, the sunshine is bright and welcoming, and I slept pretty good!
Friday, December 3, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: homemade pizza, opening doors on the advent calendar, and planning our Christmas tree!!
Thursday, December 2, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: twice baked potatoes!!, making dinner for the Mr., and a playful and totally hilarious puppy!
Wednesday, December 1, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: an amazing meal, progress on projects, and starting to decorate for Christmas!!
Tuesday, November 30, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: bursting with new ideas, new daylight bulb in my sewing room, and the happiest, most playful dog there ever did was!!
Monday, November 29, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: amazing family time, progress on a bunch of Christmas gifts, and hung the first lights for the season!
Thursday, November 25, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: HAPPY THANKSGIVING!! Sleeping in, spending a ton of time with family over the next bunch of days, and happy for the wood stove that is keeping the house nice and toasty!
Wednesday, November 24, 2010 -3 Things to be Happy for: I've cut most of the fabric for my next project, should have extra free time today, and tomorrow is Thanksgiving!! Whoop Whoop!!
Tuesday, November 23, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: I got my fabric scraps out to play with, it was warm and sunny yesterday, and Katie is a total doll!
Monday, November 22, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: the Plaidly quilt is nearly quilted and ready for binding, it's a short work week, and the living room is painted!!
Saturday, November 20, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: gotten lots of sewing in.... in the last 24 hours, making progress on painting the living room, and got lots of awesome mom time -- much much needed!
Friday, November 19, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: sewing tonight, filling up my idea journal like a mad woman with a brain full of ideas, and can't wait to get a start on re-painting the living room!
Thursday, November 18, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: sewing a quilt top, having lots of energy and finding good things to do with it, a clean pooch -- Katie got her November bath!
Wednesday, November 17, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: orange juice, running in the backyard with the doggie, and bright amazing sunshine!
Tuesday, November 16, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: fun dinner with the Mr., falling asleep on the couch after a long day, and waking up feeling rested!
Monday, November 15, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: watched lots of football, lots of leaf clean up and it's a Happy two year Anniversary today with Mr. Happy!
Saturday, November 13, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: hiked around 8 miles today in the gorgeous sunshine, made and ate homemade waffles for breakfast, and the whole family slept in like it was our job!
Thursday, November 11, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: haircuts, time with the family, and time to work on my latest quilt!
Tuesday, November 9, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: drawing time, starting a new quilt today, and enjoying time watching the fishies!
Monday, November 8, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: hot oatmeal with pumpkin butter, seeing the pup snuggle in my sweatshirt this morning, and knowing I knocked off a humungo chunk of ironing yesterday!
Sunday, November 7, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: homemade pizza sauce, pumpkin spice coffee, and big windows to stare out!
Thursday, November 4, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: made cookie-brownies, I've broken out my burnt orange handbag for a pop of cheer, and I've almost reached my sock quota!!
Wednesday, November 3, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: I kicked my first official two mile training run in the butt!, acorn squash for breakfast, and a quilt idea bubbling around in my head!
Tuesday, November 2, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: dinner is in the crockpot, today is my first official run of my 10k training program, and I am looking forward to relaxing in front of a fire in the fireplace!
Monday, November 1, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: planted a ton of daffodils, time for turtlenecks, and wearing my favorite boots!
Saturday, October 30, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: new fishies, time to relax, and pumpkin carving!
Friday, October 29, 2010 - 3 Things to be Happy for: the apple baking challenge was a total blast!, had fantastic homemade pizza last night that rocked my socks, and it's Friday -- means we sleep in tomorrow!!
