Happiness

I was tagged by Kristin.

6 things that make me happy, in no particular order.

Family. Where would I be without them? I'm grateful for the family I was raised in, and I'm grateful for the beautiful family I now have to raise.

Friends. There no matter what. Where else can I be myself?

My religion and my faith in God and Jesus. I seriously don't think I could have survived this long without my faith to cling to and support me through my trials.

A good book. Ain't nothin' better than cuddling up with a good read to escape the world!

Beauty in nature. I'm very guilty of rushing through life without stopping to smell the roses, but it does bring me peace and joy when I do take the time. I especially love roses, sunsets, and fall colors. I will also never forget an evening in France watching the waves break on the beach below a rocky outcropping.

Giving and serving with a willing heart. I have to specify the end, because far too often I give and serve my kids and others just as much as I absolutely have to. I know, though, that when I clean, for example, with the higher purpose of serving and blessing my family instead of "because I have to" and "it's a dump if I don't," I'm happier and I feel blessed for it.

I tag: Cripple Chicken, Tami, Jenny, Rob, Julia, Chris