Things That Make Me Happy...Top 10

Lately I've been reminded often that I am a happy person and I deserve to be.  So in no particular order (because how could I possibly quantify these things?) is a list of some of the things that make me happy in life!

#10 - Getting flowers from my husband and realizing that one of them is broken.  I love the sentiment despite the broken flower.  Nay, more importantly because of the broken stem.  You see, this week's flowers reminded me that even when I feel broken, he is there to make me smile.

#9 - Realizing that I don't just talk sparkles, I live them.  Everything I touch sparkles and that's a beautiful thing!

#8 - My view of the world really isn't that bad.  Knobby knees and all.  It's all good!

 #7 - Thank you cards in the mail.  They are so underrated these days!

#6 - This face!  It scrunches in all kinds of crazy positions.  It drives me mad.  It makes me smile.  It's an amazing face!

#5 - Proud Mommy moments.  They are plenty but none quite so monumental as watching your baby graduate from high school!  Good show Paet!

#4 - This little hilarious genius I'm raising.  I have one last chance to get this parenting thing right.  I relish in every moment of it!

#3 - Him!  The one that makes me laugh, makes me cry, and gives me butterflies.  It's not always easy, but it's always worth it!

#2 - THEM!  My heart melts at the sight of this picture each and every time.  Somehow I was blessed with these 4 beautiful children.  I don't know who thought I deserved them, but I am so thankful that they are mine.  NO ONE is as lucky as me!

#1 - Validation.  I am thankful for each and every major or minor validation I receive in life.  I hear kind words from my family, friends, coworkers, subordinates, and superiors on a weekly basis.  Each and every one is appreciated.  Today I felt validated in a HUGE way and it inspired me to be thankful for the things I have in life.  

I am thankful!  I appreciate the validation, and I rarely take for granted all that I have in my life!  I don't always remember to share how thankful I am, but rest assured, I am thankful every day!  What are you thankful for?  What makes YOU happy?