The top 10 things that make me happy--in no particular order

10. Dogs. When ever I see a dog my happiness level automatically goes up 5 points. They are just so AWESOME.

9. Watching a good movie or reading a good book. Like the kind that is either packed with quality adventure or makes you think. I like the ones that bring out some type of emotion in me...whether it is excitement, tears, or laughter.

8. Weddings. Everything about a wedding makes me happy. before I was married this was not the case, but now I'm like, "Everyone get married! So you won't feel weird hanging out with us married people!!"

7. Playing card games with my family and my family in general. To me, playing card/board games has done a really good job of bonding my family of all different ages. I LOVE games. Favorites include: Rook, Crazy Rook, Dominion, & Settlers of Catan.

6. Eating Healthy. Don't hate me for saying this, but I love eating healthy food. Feeling satisfied from a filling, nutritious, good tasting meal....mmm...it makes me happy. This is not to say that I don't enjoy junk food, but sitting down to read a book or watch a movie with a bowl of fruit or sweet potato chips by my side...I am complete. 

5. Perhaps this one will restore your faith in me after #6. Ice cream. If you were to say to me, "Sarah Jane, I can either give you a brownie, a cookie, cake, or ice cream". I would pick ice cream a thousand times over. YES, I take after my papa because I love love ice cream. I love it in all shapes and sizes (except shakes...) Favorite flavors: Graham Canyon from the BYU Creamery, Breyers Peppermint Ice Cream, Graetors Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip, and all Yogurt land flavors. Recipe for the one below here.

4. Going to sleep knowing that the next day is completely free of homework and work and I can do whatever my heart desires when I wake up...AKA sew, cook, exercise, play games.

3. Vacations. I don't think I need to try and justify this one to you guys. Whether it is Bear Lake, Lake Powell, or Hawaii. I NEED that time to get away.

2. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I am pretty sure most people that read this blog are of my same religion so you have probably all at one point or another shuttered at the thought of what life would be like without your testimony. Everything that is good in my life comes because of the gospel. 

1. Gilbert Marchant. He puts up with my ever changing moods, he makes me laugh, he is my source of strength, and I am pretty sure I would kiss his dimples 24/7 if he let me.

I (definitely) scream, you scream...

...we were all screaming for the ice cream. I heard rumors, but I dared not believe. Let’s be honest, talk of ice cream had been in the air for weeks and yet we had received none of it.

So can you imagine the excitement I felt when I saw that there was ice cream for dessert in the Oasis tonight?!

 

My stomach is content. 

The blankety blank best blanket ever

Best friends at birth and ever since we've been inseparable.

She was a rope when I needed something to play tug-of-war with my dog.

She was a dress when I needed to play princess.

She was a wall when I needed something to build a fort.

She was there to protect me when I had a nightmare.

She's seen me cry more tears than anybody and is officially the world's best tissue.

She always took my side when it came to boys or little fights with friends.

I once though I lost her on a vacation, I cried to myself until she was found again. (Ever since that moment I have stopped taking her on vacations for fear of losing her).

She has gotten me through many a sick day.

I brought her to college and together we braved the new life of people and studies.

She is made of one-of-a-kind fabric by an older relative. Along her way of life she has made friends and enemies. Some who think she is adorable and others who are downright disgusted by her holes and raggedness. (raggedness that comes from her devotion and love to me).

She is one of my best friends and I will cherish her for life. Defend her to my grave. Probably be buried with her if I get the choice.

In fact, as I type this post she is nestled warmly by my side.

Now the only question....do I take her to DC with me? I think I'm going to have to say yes on this one.

Blank, I love you.

Things I Love about Fall

• Eating Potato Soup
• Apples
• Stepping on crunchy leaves
• the colors
• the smell of pumpkins
• wearing fall clothes
• thunderstorms
• Halloween
• Thanksgiving
• Football
• Cornmazes
• Hay Rides
• Pumpkin Carving
• Pumpkin Pie :)
• Boots
• The chill in the air
• Hot Chocolate
• Going up Provo Canyon
• Pumpkin Bread
• Bonfires
• Playing in the leaves

My day has been made

Today I was on my way to work and was passing by a cute kid. Usually when this happens I just smile and wave. But this time was different; the boy gave me this strange look and then awarded me with one of the nicest compliments. For the rest of the day I was in a good mood. It was funny to see how simple it was for someone to make my day.

Yesterday I was on my way home from work when I saw a High School friend. They acted so happy to see me and made me feel very important; again my day was made.

These two people turned my average (not overly great but not overly bad) days into something great! It also showed me how simple it can be to make someone's day.

p.s. My good friend Scott Henderson got his mission call today. He is going to Berlin, Germany!

article from zenhabits

32 Ways to Make Someone Happy Today

Photo courtesy of sizumaru

Just thought I’d give all of you a nice list of things to think about. This isn’t an in-depth post, but more of a thought for the day — is there someone you’d like to make happy today?

Making others happy is one of the best ways to have a great day yourself. It can brighten the world around you.

This list is just to spark some ideas, and please note that not every item on this list is appropriate for every person in your life. I trust you to figure out which actions go with which people.

Make someone happy today!

1. Smile.
2. Help them carry something.
3. Send a thank-you email.
4. Call just to see how they’re doing.
5. Pick them flowers.
6. Cook them a nice meal.
7. Tell a joke and laugh your butts off.
8. Clean.
9. Write a love letter to a loved one.
10. Give them a cherished book.
11. Bake cookies.
12. Praise them publicly.
13. Thank them for a job well done.
14. Listen.
15. Be there when they’re in need.
16. Give a free hug.
17. Spend time with them, having fun.
18. Do errands or chores for them.
19. Say I love you.
20. Help them get ahead.
21. Be proud of them.
22. Babysit if they need it.
23. House sit if they need it.
24. Buy them movie tickets.
25. Create a care package.
26. Coffee. Mmmm.
27. List the things you love about them.
28. Secretly leave them thank you notes.
29. Give a back rub when appropriate.
30. Deliver a nice lunch to them when they’re having a rough day.
31. Love them, completely.
32. Be happy yourself.

You can find the article here