Do simple things ever make you unusually happy?

[hokiegirl82]

For example, today I bought a new shower curtain liner for our master bath. I felt a little silly with how much joy I had getting rid of the old liner and having a clean new liner and even looking forward to taking my first shower with the new liner hanging.

I am also feeling much joy from drinking a cold Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA at this moment, and that it is Saturday night with Sons of Anarchy waiting patiently for me and DH to turn on.

Do I just have a sad life to be happy from these simple things, or does anyone else find joy and happiness in the simplest, silly things?

[Deleted]

I don't think that's sad - I think that's great! Even those with super exciting lives would benefit from stopping to enjoy the little things.

I bought a new shower liner yesterday too, along with a new shower caddy thing I've been wanting for a while. It made me really excited too! lol. The liner was looking pretty gross and it gave me a chance to clean the tub so it looks great at the moment.

[cricketwife]

Aug 4, 2012 18:46:33 GMT -5 hokiegirl82 said:

For example, today I bought a new shower curtain liner for our master bath. I felt a little silly with how much joy I had getting rid of the old liner and having a clean new liner and even looking forward to taking my first shower with the new liner hanging.

LOL this was totally me about 3 weeks ago...I also bought new shower curtain hooks - metal instead of plastic and I was/am overjoyed!!! Enjoy!

[hulley]

This is me whenever H or I clean the shower/tub. I always make sure I'm the first to use the nice, clean tub.

It's the little things

[seventeen]

There is a field of flowers near our home. It's impossible for me to drive past it and stay in a bad mood.

[Pom]

There is nothing silly about finding joy in the little things.

[Doggy Mommy]

A 79 cent fountain drink (usually Diet Pepsi) from the gas station makes me ridiculously happy.

[blueshirt2003]

I'm the same way.

[mbcdefg]

It makes me happy to see a pair of Canada geese on the side of the road and one is eating while the other has its head up. I like knowing that the one is looking out for the other.

[elizabethann]

If you live a sad life, I do too because a new shower liner can go a long way! I am currently extremely happy because the apartment is spotless, I have plenty of Moscato to fill up this wine glass, my chihuahua puppy is curled up on my lap and DH and I are about to enjoy watching a movie together.

[mbcdefg]

My smaller kitty keeps climbing onto my lap, which makes me feel good.

I just finished watching Little Women, and although I'm a little ticked that they changed the story around a bit, I loved the final scene with Jo and Bhaer.

[Roc A Bee]

A shower and spinach smoothie are bringing me joy today.

[GailGoldie]

i think it's great with little things bring a ton of happiness. I love that feeling.

[ChillyMcFreeze]

Listening to "Wait, wait don't tell me" on NPR with a pumpkin spice latte in hand is my idea of pure bliss.

[winnied]

Not at all! If we only relied on the big things to bring us joy you'd be pretty sad all the time.

[chicken]

Yes, the first night on clean sheets when they smell fresh and are tucked in smoothly and pulled tight.

[thoseareradishes]

I get happy seeing the hummingbird come drink at my feeder. I worry about her when I don't see her for awhile!

[mskitkat]

My favorite Friday night is a beer at our local brewery followed by a couple hours of bowling. Nothing fancy, but I feel so good.

[AAM2012]

Seeing my yorkie when he comes out of the groomers makes me smile. Even more so is how upset our other dog gets when the yorkie is gone but to see them reunite is the most precious thing! They are such best buds!

[mollz007]

I bought a pretty new shade of nail polish today. That made me happy. I also got to see my godson, which always brings me joy.

[isabel]

Aug 4, 2012 19:54:46 GMT -5 chicken said:

Yes, the first night on clean sheets when they smell fresh and are tucked in smoothly and pulled tight.

Oh, yes! I so look forward to Monday nights each week. Not only is it my "Saturday" but I get clean sheets too.

Also, there are two routes I can take to get to work. If I'm not much in the mood to go, I'll take the slightly longer one. Not because it's longer, but because it provides me with an amazing view of the mountains. It instantly makes me happier every time.

I love the little things.

[sparrowsong]

Seeing a child dressed in costume on a random Tues night at the grocery will make my entire week. I enjoy little fairies/firemen.

[Deleted]

Walking downstairs to a clean kitchen, including counters wiped down, made me ridiculously happy tonight.

[rachaelnicole]

Aug 4, 2012 19:11:18 GMT -5 Doggy Mommy said:

A 79 cent fountain drink (usually Diet Pepsi) from the gas station makes me ridiculously happy.

Me too!

Also, my husband absolutely loves wearing new socks. It always puts him in a good mood. Random, but cute.

[magdala9]

That first sip of coffee in the morning. One moment of peace and energy before I begin my crazy day....

[hokiegirl82]

I am happy to know I'm not weird and others find joy in the little things of life too. You ladies bring a smile to my face after reading these posts.

[Willis Jackson]

-Clean sheet day
-A new bar of soap
-Changing into comfy clothes after coming home

[krystee]

I just bought a little diary-type book where there's just enough space for each day to record your happiest moment of the day. I'm noticing how much I love the little things. For instance, I drive down this road to work where I will occasionally see horses running around in the pasture. It makes me so happy to see the little foals. I also love when you can see sunbeams poking out of the clouds. Freshly washed sheets are another major source of joy to me.

[hannamaren]

I just had the best nap. And I woke up by myself, not to a baby crying. My H came halfway thru and spooned me. It was so nice.