Moody Meow

Liberal, lunatic lassie, with mood swings and foot-in-mouth syndrome

Because it’s Friday!

Posted on | March 24, 2006 | 2 Comments

I listened to a podcast yesterday, and I think it was from NPR about a class being taught at Harvard. It’s a bit odd because the class is essentially about positive thinking and the power of the mind of trials and tribulations. On that note, I am going to share a list with you of things that make me very happy.

They are in no particular order.

Happy smells – my favorite has to be night jasmine, lavender and the scent of my enchilada sauce bubbling away on the stove. David smells lovely too.
iPods/Apple – Every day I come to work with my video iPod (prior to the video was my 15gig) and I listen. If I am in the mood for the theatrical, I listen to the Lord of the Rings soundtracks. If I want to mellow out, I take in one of the meditation podcasts. If I want to laugh, I watch Firefly or Diggnation. Sound permeates my life. And I am extremely happy with how the iPod has worked for me. I also love my laptop. Why? This week I love it for the light-up keyboard. That will change next week.
Bicycles – I gauge my week by how much riding I’ve done (this week – not very much) and that directly effects how I feel for the week. There’s nothing more peaceful than flying down a street on a bike, the wind ripping the tears from your eyes. It’s unencumbered freedom.
The solidification of my ethical system – I feel strong in my beliefs. They are my own – molded by experience and thought. I didn’t come to them without contemplating the left and the right side, looking at all aspects of their nature. I feel calm about what I believe, confidant. I am flush with purpose and opinion. It stirs at my soul.
Beagles – Pip and Puck got a bath this week. I broke down and took them to a groomer because I couldn’t get their nails cut myself. I am always afraid that D and I will cut them too short. Petco damaged them emotionally, and Pip freaks every time we went into the place. So, per Vanya’s recommendation, I went to All Creatures. Affordable, professional and VERY busy – they did a wonderful job. And the lady even cut Puck’s nails without a muzzle. That’s skill! The moral of the story is that they smelled so nice and came home with colorful bandanas. I love it when they are clean and happy.
Water – it does a body good.
Coffee – see above
The prospect of graduation – on one hand it scares the ever-living crap out of me. On the other – it’s a resolution and an accomplishment. I look forward to the day when I can say “Yes, I do have a BA!” The prospect of Masters and Doctoral work also thrills me. We shall see where this educational journey goes.
Travel – it’s good to get out of Orlando every once in a while. I need to break, and so does D. I think it will be a good time.

There’s a lot more that I love including D (of course), my friends, and laughter. But I have to get to a meeting shortly, and I need to eat my snack. Mmmm..applesauce!

Category: Contemplation, Happiness

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2 Responses to “Because it’s Friday!”

  1. David M
    March 24th, 2006 @ 10:53 am

    Happy stuff is good to contemplate. I have a feeling that with the arrival of your b-day present tomorrow, the bike riding will increase, a lot ;)

  2. Meow
    March 24th, 2006 @ 11:16 am

    WHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!
    I’m so happy
    Bike bike bike bike bike! wh00t!

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