identify 100 things that make me happy (besides money)

That my niece and nephew still remember and love me and enjoy talking to me

When my husband surprises me by coming come early or taking a day off on special days

Looking at my lifestyle & knowing it is the result of hard work and sensible saving.

Quiet evenings sewing and watching TV

Spontaneous outings with my husband. I’m a planner and spontaneity scares me. But it can be so much more fun than plans.

Talking to much loved friends after a long time and realising that marriage and distance has changed nothing

Spontaneous hugs from my 6 year old niece and my 8 year old nephew. I adore them and really miss them. Thank god for Skype that lets me talk to them even though I probably won’t see them again for a long time.

5. Our home. It’s only a rented place that we’ll be leaving soon but it’s been our first marital home for 6 months and every inch reflects the love and care we’ve put into decorating.

4. Good conversations with my dad

3. Long emails from loved ones