After waking up for a couple of weeks with a gloomy and rainy weather, the sun is finally out shining again. It’s also Friday so weekend is just around the corner now. The thought of those two things bring a smile to my face and lift up my spirits.
And since I’m already feeling cheery, I thought I’d boost my good mood further by thinking about the other good things that have made me happy which I am sharing here with you, my dear readers.
1. I got new plants
I have been buying plants since June! Like so many others, I have realized the joy brought on by caring for plants – from the time you bought the plant to seeing it grow with new leaves and/or flowers. I recently added more plants for our home and garden thanks to my recent trip to Cartimar, Pasay, a buy 1 take 1 plant sale, reliable online plant vendors on Instagram and a friend who’s also into gardening these days who gave me plants she propagated at home.
Meet some of my new plant babies! |
Next week, I’m getting another plant which I won from a giveaway, isn’t that amazing?
2. Meet ups with friends
My College friend has recently moved near my place. She and her family already live nearby and I have seen her from time to time since the lockdown began but now that she’s closer than ever, visits to her place has become more often! I’m so happy to have a friend on the neighborhood whom I can get together with.
Recently as well, I met up with another friend who also lives nearby for coffee, a short grocery run and chitchat.
I know that with technology, I can see and chat with my friends even if we’re far from each other but honestly it’s so different when it’s a physical get together! I hope and plan to safely meet some of my other nearby friends in person too specially my best friends.
3. Another zero credit card debt
It is such a wonderful feeling to be able to pay off my credit card debts!
4. Winning a cookie treat
Last month, I won a raffle where the prize was a box of palm sized cookies. Getting sweet treats for free? Lucky me!
5. Having a happy spot on my work desk
You know one those plants I bought? It’s now on my desk along with a couple of other stuff that bring a smile to my face. I finally replaced some of the clutter on top of my desk with a happy area.
A new happy spot on my work desk featuring my a photo of me from one of my travels, my cute coffee plastic bottle and Hoya plant |
How about you? What things or events in your life lately have been putting a smile on your face? I would love to know on the comments below.
Lisa's Notebook
New plants always make me happy, as does time in my garden. And I'm loving the happy spot on your desk, I need to make one of those on mine!
Liz
Thanks Lisa! A happy spot is definitely a good idea! Go for it! π
Charity
These are all such great things! I love getting new plants too! That always makes me happy!
Liz
Oh yes Eddie! Food also makes me happy always specially these days when we're sheltering from home! π
Sue
I have a happy spot on my desk too. Right now, my baby lemon tree has flowers that smell fantastic. I like aromatherapy candles as well. Glad you're doing well!
–Sue
http://www.susanberkkoch.com/blog
Liz
Sue I've been meaning to also have a lemon tree. I love that it's got an amazing smell! Added bonus to growing one.
Unknown
Plants make such a difference to a room!
Unknown
Yes! Another plant lady. Plants also make me really happy. I've been really wanting to plant a vegetable garden since all this lockdown stuff, but I'm not allowed because I'm renting. So herb garden it is! Still makes me pretty happy though. Thanks for sharing!
~Clarissa @ adventurefitforlife.com
Unknown
Aww such lovely events! Itβs always the little things that make the difference!