- taking a photograph that I love 
- watching a thunderstorm at night 
- listening to frogs calling at the farm pond 
- watching lightning bugs emerge on a summer evening 
- listening to raindrops falling 
- sleeping on crisp, clean sheets beneath a soft blanket/quilt 
- watching a funny video on YouTube 
- listening to my favorite music 
- reading a book that makes me feel like I'm there 
- exploring someplace I've never been before 
- adding a new species to my life lists (especially birds) 
- taking a long, hot shower 
- writing a story that I would enjoy reading 
- putting together a jigsaw puzzle 
- watching lambs wag their tails as they drink from a bottle 
- proving to myself and others that I can do something 
- gazing up at a clear night sky full of stars 
- learning a new skill 
- eating out, even if it's only at a drive-thru fast food place 
- making a new recipe that turns out well 
- playing a musical instrument 
- traveling -- vacation, road trip, short drive...just traveling! 
- a warm, crackling campfire on a cool summer evening 
- the satisfaction of a job well done 
- receiving a gift from someone I love 
- someone doing something thoughtful for me 
- sleeping in or taking a nap 
- sipping a hot cup of coffee in the morning 
- sipping a hot cup of tea at bedtime 
- spending the day birding and taking photos at the farm pond 
- hiking a scenic trail 
- doing things to make our home cozy 
- spending quality time with family and friends 
         mar 7 2023 ∞
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