I had a journal in college that was titled “Happiness Is…” on the inside cover and here are some things I had listed:

- Waking up on a weekend in the fall, with my bedroom windows open, being able to cuddle under my blankets and know I don't have to get up
- Grilled cheese and french fries from the diner
- Drunken conversations with friends and strangers
- Hugs from my mom
- Seeing my dog when I come home after a long day
- Kindness from strangers
- Receiving a compliment without fishing for it
- Feeling pretty on a certain day
- Leaving the gym after a long, sweaty workout

I can honestly go on and on which is a good thing. There are so many little things in life I take for granted, as well as the entire population. I wish that when I have a bad day, I can think of some of these things and take comfort in them…