Author Topic: Happiness challenge (Read 165729 times)

expatartist · « **Reply #250 on:** February 21, 2021, 07:36:05 PM »

Yesterday's Open Studio was on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. An assortment of friends and artists stopped by and spent a few hours chatting about our city and research and what we're working on. The first spontaneous gathering I've hosted in a year of restrictions.

nessness · « **Reply #251 on:** February 21, 2021, 09:57:23 PM »

I had a nice socially distanced visit with my grandma today. She got her second dose of the Covid vaccine last week. She felt terrible for a few days after the first dose, and was worried she'd feel even worse this time around, but she had no side effects at all.

oneday · « **Reply #252 on:** February 22, 2021, 10:01:51 PM »

Quote from: SquashingDebt on February 21, 2021, 05:39:10 AM

I'll be moving in with my partner this fall, probably, and your updates are making me happy looking forward to it :)

(It'll be my first time ever living with a romantic partner, after living alone for 13 years, so I'm a little nervous, and it's nice to hear examples of it going smoothly.)

Yay! Glad my example is making a positive impact for you :)

Today's happiness was putting the harness on my cat and walking him a little. This is still in early/experimental stages, but I think he'll be a good walker eventually.

mspym · « **Reply #253 on:** February 23, 2021, 03:11:42 AM »

Late night park walk with Ofpym, we have good talks and stupid jokes while Honey bops around sniffing things and sometimes running up trees. Consistently a great way to end the day.

Morning Glory · « **Reply #254 on:** February 23, 2021, 06:52:10 PM »

I had fun climbing on the big pile of snow with my five year old after meeting him off the school bus today.

nessness · « **Reply #255 on:** February 23, 2021, 10:21:40 PM »

I've been trying to increase my kids' and my outdoor time, and fortunately the weather has been cooperative. We're all in a much better mood after spending some time outside, even if it's just letting the kids run around the backyard while I work on my computer on the deck.

oneday · « **Reply #256 on:** February 23, 2021, 11:02:44 PM »

Used up a serving of rice that was sitting in the fridge, almost forgotten for too long, but consumed just in time!

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #257 on:** February 24, 2021, 12:41:45 AM »

My bedroom rug arrived, and it's amazing what a difference a few soft furnishings make.

lazycow · « **Reply #258 on:** February 24, 2021, 02:29:03 AM »

Sat outside as a family to eat a delicious dinner, prepared by my daughter. It is a beautiful evening.

nessness · « **Reply #259 on:** February 24, 2021, 10:32:50 PM »

I had a super productive day at work, and finished a report that was driving me crazy (mostly because it shouldn't have been mine to write - I got tasked with it after the project lead quit unexpectedly). It feels really good to have that off my plate.

Trifle · « **Reply #260 on:** February 25, 2021, 03:04:47 AM »

Gorgeous, gorgeous day here -- 65F/18C and sunny. I was outside almost the whole day -- went for a run, worked in the garden, and took the dog for a walk. Very happy.

oneday · « **Reply #261 on:** February 25, 2021, 07:31:50 AM »

Somehow managed to get just the right number of things on my to-do list for the day, and easily checked then all off. But not so easily that I had guilt at not being productive enough. A magically balanced day!

Morning Glory · « **Reply #262 on:** February 25, 2021, 11:10:32 AM »

I went for a nice run outside this morning. 40F and sunny. Actually got too warm and took my hat, gloves, and hoodie off for a bit when the wind was to my back.

Dreamer40 · « **Reply #263 on:** February 25, 2021, 12:05:13 PM »

I'm thrilled to see that some of the seeds I planted last week are starting to germinate. I love all my baby plants that will someday become food.

mspym · « **Reply #264 on:** February 25, 2021, 12:27:49 PM »

We went out on a DATE last night! Into town! With other people!

It was a lovely throwback to the early days of our relationship and worth every penny.

oneday · « **Reply #265 on:** February 25, 2021, 09:25:55 PM »

Brainstormed a possible next career for me with Room Mate, who knows me pretty well by now. It could be my Coast/Barista FIRE gig in a few years!

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #266 on:** February 26, 2021, 01:33:04 AM »

Redecorated the bedroom. That was a lot of fun!

Morning Glory · « **Reply #267 on:** February 26, 2021, 04:23:36 PM »

Got my second covid vaccine today!!!

oneday · « **Reply #268 on:** February 26, 2021, 06:26:44 PM »

Came up with a good solution to a dilemma that is beneficial to both parties. Just let my brain percolate on the issue overnight and had, if not the best or ideal solution, a workable answer. Thanks, brain! 🧠

Metalcat · « **Reply #269 on:** February 26, 2021, 06:29:21 PM »

Quote from: oneday on February 26, 2021, 06:26:44 PM

Came up with a good solution to a dilemma that is beneficial to both parties. Just let my brain percolate on the issue overnight and had, if not the best or ideal solution, a workable answer. Thanks, brain! 🧠

Ooooh, yeah, that is fun.

Trifle · « **Reply #270 on:** February 27, 2021, 10:41:17 AM »

I'm doing some mending today with my antique sewing machine that I bought on Craigslist. It's 65 years old, and it purrs like a kitten -- super well made. It makes me happy.

nessness · « **Reply #271 on:** February 27, 2021, 02:34:04 PM »

I sat on the deck for an hour and a half and talked to my mom on the phone and listened to an audiobook while my kids played in the dirt. It was really nice - I love how content my kids are just playing with sticks and rocks.

oneday · « **Reply #272 on:** February 27, 2021, 06:02:30 PM »

Woke up in my new home! 🏡

mspym · « **Reply #273 on:** February 28, 2021, 12:17:36 AM »

Quote from: oneday on February 27, 2021, 06:02:30 PM

Woke up in my new home! 🏡

Woot woot!

Today I got to be The Friend With a Car and it was fun. Even though the mission itself was Not Great, filing it all under Helping a Pal Out automatically makes it a good time.

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #274 on:** February 28, 2021, 12:36:34 AM »

Worked on a mohair blanket while catching up on home decorating shows.

Dicey · « **Reply #275 on:** February 28, 2021, 02:43:06 AM »

Spoke on the phone with an old friend that I hadn't connected with in nearly a decade. During this pandemic, if I think of someone, I try to connect with them just to say "hi".So glad she picked up the call!!

deborah · « **Reply #276 on:** February 28, 2021, 02:48:52 AM »

Today I finished a couple of projects, and I briefly had a clear table. This is magical in and of itself, but it also shows that I’m gradually getting somewhere with finishing all the projects cluttering up that room. The table is no longer empty, but it will be again soon.

soccerluvof4 · « **Reply #277 on:** February 28, 2021, 03:49:43 AM »

Yesterday was a beautiful , warm sunny day at least for where I live! and My HS son and I drove to the South Side of Chicago which is about 2.5 hours from where we live and drove through University of Chicago, De Paul, Loyola, Northwestern and then Carthage all along the lake back on our way home. Was good to see people out enjoying themselves, we had a good time and feels like spring might actually be around the corner!

oneday · « **Reply #278 on:** February 28, 2021, 09:21:23 AM »

Quote from: mspym on February 28, 2021, 12:17:36 AM

Quote from: oneday on February 27, 2021, 06:02:30 PM
Woke up in my new home! 🏡
Woot woot!

Today I got to be The Friend With a Car and it was fun. Even though the mission itself was Not Great, filing it all under Helping a Pal Out automatically makes it a good time.

It's all about perspective! 😀

oneday · « **Reply #279 on:** February 28, 2021, 09:22:55 AM »

Just got the info I've been waiting for! Today will go as planned, more or less.

Kris · « **Reply #280 on:** February 28, 2021, 09:33:28 AM »

Just got back from an hour-long walk in gently-falling snow, listening to my favorite podcast. Now I’m back in my sunroom, snuggling under my heated throw, and my DH just placed a latte in my hand, made by him with love.

Bliss.

Morning Glory · « **Reply #281 on:** February 28, 2021, 12:59:30 PM »

We barbecued yesterday to celebrate the unseasonably warm weather and made extra to last all week. I also made 2 loaves of bread and went to Aldi to get salad veggies and fruit, so we will need to do very little cooking and pan-washing this week.

oneday · « **Reply #282 on:** March 01, 2021, 10:16:43 PM »

@Morning Glory a filled meal pipeline make me happy too!

Today's happiness was Zoom knitting with friends. I've been so distracted with the move, that the last month or so I've hardly even stitched two rows in the two hours I meet with them weekly. Tonight with the move complete, I knitted up a storm. It felt good to have the capacity for relaxation increase!

Adventine · « **Reply #283 on:** March 01, 2021, 11:14:10 PM »

I tested negative for COVID today!

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #284 on:** March 02, 2021, 01:47:52 AM »

After about six days of rain, we finally had a sunny day!

nessness · « **Reply #285 on:** March 02, 2021, 04:46:29 PM »

I'm taking the week off work and so far it's been really nice. The weather is lovely, and my kids have reached the ages (4 and 6) where they're genuinely fun to hang out with most of the time.

bluecat11 · « **Reply #286 on:** March 03, 2021, 02:52:24 AM »

Yesterday I had a free period in online school so I walked down to the park. There was no one else there. I sat by the stream and dipped my feet in. I sat there for ages. It was really beautiful.

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #287 on:** March 03, 2021, 04:15:55 AM »

I love the cozy glow of our new bedside lamps. Spent a cozy hour crocheting in bed and hanging out with DD and DH.

Trifle · « **Reply #288 on:** March 03, 2021, 08:49:22 AM »

A nice trail run with my daughter on a cool sunny morning.

Serendip · « **Reply #289 on:** March 03, 2021, 09:48:38 AM »

Saw two friends for a distanced ski date..cruising down a mountain together felt like a perfect little re-connection

oneday · « **Reply #290 on:** March 03, 2021, 09:38:19 PM »

Boyfriend took out the recyclables. The can is already full. He found spaces between the things already in there and made everything fit. I didn't have to ask, I didn't have to do it myself, and it was done well. Woo!

nessness · « **Reply #291 on:** March 03, 2021, 10:27:14 PM »

I made snickerdoodles today and they turned out super delicious.

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #292 on:** March 04, 2021, 02:07:08 AM »

Left work on time today. :)

Morning Glory · « **Reply #293 on:** March 04, 2021, 02:35:16 PM »

I went for a long-ish run today to enjoy the fool's spring. After about the fourth mile I could feel my anxiety melting away.

nessness · « **Reply #294 on:** March 04, 2021, 06:22:24 PM »

I went for a nice 4-mile hike today with my mom and kids. The kids were a bit draggy, but it was still fun and my legs are pleasantly sore.

mspym · « **Reply #295 on:** March 04, 2021, 06:44:48 PM »

Quote from: oneday on March 03, 2021, 09:38:19 PM

Boyfriend took out the recyclables. The can is already full. He found spaces between the things already in there and made everything fit. I didn't have to ask, I didn't have to do it myself, and it was done well. Woo!

This makes me so happy for you! Fives stars to TA!

LaineyAZ · « **Reply #296 on:** March 05, 2021, 08:02:36 AM »

Yesterday I had a memory pop into my head. My father had been retired for 10 years when he passed away in 1989. We had to notify his previous employer so they could process the life insurance and the end of his pension payments.
On the paperwork we received back from them, there was a nice handwritten note from one of the HR workers who said she'd remembered my father fondly and was sorry to hear of his death.
It was a short 2 sentences but even now, 30+ years later, I still recall the kindness of a woman who was not known to us in the family but who took a few minutes of her day to send a personal note.

My point is that sometimes a simple gesture can bring long-lasting happiness for the recipients. So if you're ever wondering if actions this small have any impact, the answer from me is emphatically yes.

nessness · « **Reply #297 on:** March 05, 2021, 08:07:09 AM »

I started my morning off by fixing an issue that's been low-level bugging me for a year and a half - I have a picture that was originally hung centered over my desk, but I moved the desk over to accommodate a cat tree, making the picture off-center. I finally re-hung it today, which felt satisfying.

It's the last day of my "stay-cation", which I plan to spend baking bread and helping my kids make a habitat for some tadpoles that we want to rescue (they're in a puddle that will very likely dry up before they can turn into frogs). Overall, it's been a really nice week.

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #298 on:** March 05, 2021, 02:50:40 PM »

I was inspired by someone on this forum to make a llama stuffed toy. I’m bringing it to work and anytime anyone comes in with drama, I’m handing the llama to them like a talking stick and allowing them to tell me about the drama only while they’re holding the llama. If I don’t laugh at how ridiculous work folks are, I’m going to cry.

So I’m happy I get to crochet a llama this weekend.

maisymouser · « **Reply #299 on:** March 05, 2021, 02:53:55 PM »

I listened to a young children's podcast including breathing exercises with my wonderful 2-year-old son while we cuddled together on the rocking chair in his room. *bliss*

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