If there's one thing I excel at, it's finding the good in a situation. I'm wired to view the glass half full. I am always that obnoxious person who looks at a disaster and goes, "Well at least..." because IT'S MY THING. I'm annoyingly optimistic about everything.
Except that at this very moment, I'm finding it incredibly difficult to find the happy in my day.
I'm trying. Really, I am. But DAMN if the past few months haven't sucked harder than a brand new Dyson.
In an effort to start shaking this thing, I hereby present Five Things That Make Me Happy:
1. I'm in no way happy that Meg passed away, but it has been interesting to see how the cats have reacted in her absence. Powder in particular is all HEY, I HAVE A PERSONALITY. His old butt has been playing with toys, claiming the couch as his personal rest area, and even snuggling.
SNUGGLING.
He hasn't done that since we lived in Ohio a zillion years ago. Apparently he stopped because the dogs (first Jasmine and then Meg) wouldn't let him. Whodathunkit?
2. I had a chance to catch up with two fantastic people today. Employed people don't get to spontaneously run out to meet friends!
3. Ramen noodles. I don't know why, but I think they are the bestest treat ever. Guess who has been eating them nearly every day for lunch lately?
4. BROWNIES.
5. This photo:
It hurts my head and makes me laugh all at the same time.
OK, folks. It's your turn. Help me out here and tell me something that makes you happy. Link me to a photo, a video, a blog post, or leave a short comment or do whatever it is that makes you happy. Just tell me about it.
THAT'S AN ORDER.
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P.S. I still have a couple of space available in the Getting Started with Your DSLR workshop. The details:
When: January 31st, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
How much: $75
Course Objective: Upon successful completion of the course, participants will gain a basic understanding of photography fundamentals. Participants will learn when and how to change aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. They will also gain an understanding of how to critique an image in the interest of improving photography skills.
Main Topics: Understanding How Your Camera Works, Camera Settings--Automatic and Assisted, Manual Camera Settings, Composition, and Troubleshooting
Email me at burghbaby (at) gmail.com for more information or to register for the course.