identify 20 people, 10 things, 10 foods and 10 places that always make me happy

1. Annie – my cousin. been chatting and re-connecting with her on AIM these days. its great talking to her. can be crazy silly self. shes a fun smart girl as well living the college life that i miss.

2. Allen – my other cousin, annies little bro. he acts out a lot & can drive ppl crazy, but underneath, he’s the silliest little boy with lots of love. love him to death. makes me laugh everytime.

3. Colleen – opened up to her in my struggles last week. she means a lot to me, very supportive and great listener who also speaks the truth. great hugs too.

4. Jerry – my RE instructor. very funny, confident, gentle, kind, fatherly, wise, smart, everything. he’s like the perfect grandpa/dad everyone wants. he said im pretty w/o being creepy about it :)

5. Emma – little 3 yr old girl. spoiled. hilarious. outspoken. loud. mouth that runs nonstop. way too cute.

6. Audrey – beautiful little girl. piano student. hardworking. responsible. funny. honest. sweet little girl.

7. Sol – one of my role models. shes beautiful inside and out. she teaches me about humility, diligence, wife duties, mommy duties, humor, gentleness, confidence, generosity, and so much more- more by example than words.

8. Nancy Alcorn – inspiring woman. has homes all over the world, a free program for girls/women struggling w/ addictions, eating disorders, abuse, cutting, etc. her blog is inspiring, her youtube videos are inspiring, she is inspiring. praise God for her. role model.

9. Grandpa – even tho he’s mentally unstable due to the korean war, i love him so much. I love hugging him, kissing his cheek, talking with him, everything. Love that old man :) Hope he lives a healthy & longer life.

10. Matthew C – my nephew who is a couple yrs older than me. Flamboyant hilarious abercrombie-model looking homosexual dude. Love that guy to DEATH. ever since we were kids, he’s always been unique and OUT THERE lol. Funny guy. Hoping to visit him and relatives this year.

Will think of more later..

1. The cottage in MI. Every time I just step foot in there it’s always a huge sigh of relief.
2. The boat.
3. Our bed. it’s like it was made for us. Plus, it’s a king. AND since I don’t sleep in it every night b/c of work; I’m constantly reminded of how wonderful it is.
4. joannie’s. Saving money makes me happy.
5. Rolling Lanes bar. I’m a loser yes. But I can’t change that I love it. I just do. Everyone is so dang nice.
6. My parents house. Didn’t used to make me happy at all when I lived there. Now it sort of has a magical quality. Well, that and a Morgan. She still knows shes my dog I’m pretty sure and that’s cute. It’s great to go somewhere where you know you’re the favorite.
7. The pool in MIA. it’s nice enough. it’s always warm. and the hot tub is inside so even if it’s raining/cold it’s nice.
8. Austin. It’s pretty much one of the best cities ever. Ever.
9. The mall. I know, it shouldn’t make me so happy to buy things. But the shopaholic in me still feels great when I buy something I love.
10. Carpool, or Jimmy’s. Ah IAD I can’t help but love the 24 hour layovers. I’m a sucker for a good time. And it’s ALWAYS a good time.

1. portillo’s itallian beef. with sweet peppers with hot peppers with no peppers as long as you don’t ruin it with cheese. awesome.
2. portillo’s hot dogs. no relish. and with ketchup.
3. kraft mac and cheese. comfort food at it’s easiest cheapest and finest.
4. buffalo wings. crispy but not fried crispy just with crispy skin. and ranch dressing.
5. salads from the salad bar in the united cafeteria $3 i’m full and i got ranch dressing. mmm.
6. pot roast. i love pot roast.
7. garlic mashed potatoes. so great.
8. fried chicken. from dominick’s. i don’t like kfc or popeyes, but you give me some grocery store fried chicken and i’m a little in heaven.
9. panera you pick two sierra turkey and broccoli cheese soup. terrible for me but yay. a little party in my mouth.
10. brownies. gotta love brownies.
11. also, portillo’s choclate cake. sooo good.
12. also, seasons 31. desserts. one of the first to do those little cups of delciousness. alright.

1. watching free movies on tv with jonathan. mmm.
2. driving my truck. in the country. no traffic. sunshine, rain anything.
3. beach days. sand. water. listening to waves. hell, pool days will suffice. sunshine- vitamin d.
4. walking into OUR place for the first time in days. seeing our pretty floors. great every time..
5. singing karaoke with my friends. laughs drinks me at my favorite.
6. buying gifts for other people. right when you find that perfect gift. best feeling.
7. when a shirt/skirt/dress/etc. fits perfectly. or every time i put on my favorite shorts.
8. playing board games with friends or my cousins. always funny. always fun.
9. writing something great. i don’t do it as often as i used to but when i do it brings so much joy to me it’s ridiculous.
10. painting/drawing etc.

NOTE: No person ALWAYS makes me happy. That’s not the nature of people. Or maybe not the nature of me. So, I’ll identify 20 people who usually make me happy… most often.
1. My mother. Lameo yes. But still very true.
2. Jonathan. I mean, that’s why I’m marrying him. Well, among other reasons. Making me happy is one of those reasons though.
3. Morgan, not a person but she always never fail makes me happy. Even when she pisses me off.Unconditional I guess.
3,4. My cousins. They can be counted on to make me smile most days.
5. my favorite captain. always fun times. laughs and drinks all around.
6,7,8. my favorite flight attendants. the people i see on my schedule and smile because, yay, i get to see them and it’s going to be so much fun and i’m so excited. except i say those things really fast. so, they’d be more like yayigettoseethemandit’sgoingtobesomuchfunandi’msoooexcited! yah i’m a dork. chris, michelle, gerv. all the people whom i have the numbers of at work.
9. Sarah. Always happy to see her.
10. Donna. my bartender. yes this sounds very lushy however, she’s so sweet and fun. so she always makes me happy.
11. Holly. I feel kinda better when I’m around her.
12. Jon’s Aunt Sharron. She’s super great. Seriously I was scared when I met her because apparently it’s quite important she like you …or something… I can’t imagine her NOT liking someone. I’m really happy she’s going to be a part of my family.
13. Suzie. she’s funny. makes me feel better usually. can tell her those things that i can’t tell most people usually. plus i can’t help but enjoy people who are addicted to yelp as well.
14. Jeff, I don’t see him as much anymore. but he’s one of those people who is happiest when their friends are happy.
15. Sonny. he’s just so nice.
16. Rachel. Glad she’s a part of my life still. despite everything.
17. Ryan. Ah, he’s so nice and mean at the same time, it’s great.
18. P. Can’t help it, being around good people makes me feel better.
19. K. miss her sometimes because she really was a blast.
20. Sarah different one. But knowing you’re becoming a better person will do that.

i still need 3 more people i’ll think a little bit more.

haven’t finished 1 or 2 of my other lists .

Meditation
Scenery
Gardens
Rainbows
Waterfalls
Sunsets
Dreams
Peace of Mind
Hope
Charity

I love this goal so much I keep finding different ways to sneak the same goal into each of my 43 things slots. I must have at least 3 or 4 of these by now.

And…umm, keep them close by. Simple enough, right?