The Little Things
Hey guys! How are ya? Hope your afternoon has been lovely!
Much of my day has been spend driving back to Orlando, and appreciating the little things.
Like
intelligent, polite and fabulous discussion
protein oatmeal on-the-go
(Sun Warrior promo has been delayed until Friday- the web designer needed more time for the fabulosity to come haha)
the return of a favorite furry face
vegan chocolate chips melting into warm popcorn
the smell of coffee and books
(does anyone else fiercely believe that being surrounded by books makes you smarter?)
free WiFi
the Sound of Music soundtrack (yodeling optional)
a new cookbook
(holler to the Canyon Ranch peeps who sent this to me after seeing my shoutout last week. I turn down almost all company product offers, but I’m a softy when it comes to awesome cookbooks)
two hours of Dance Trance tonight – I’m so excited I can hardly stand it
(pic from the Halloween party)
the fact that my happiness is in my own hands. Which is why I’m moving again… next week. There’s a whole post about it, which will go up on Tuesday, but I think it’s going to be a better choice. <3
Have a great night and I’ll see ya in the morning!
What little things are making you smile today?
xoxo
Gina
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Glad to hear you’re making the happiness happen- can’t wait to read the news! And there’s FREE WI FI at Barnes and Noble now?Gotta go!! 🙂
oh my goodness, you are crazy! I love it and I’m getting happier just knowing you’re going to be happier 🙂
thank you! <3
Goodness! That is how we roll as military spouses! Always ready to move wherever even during deployments. It really makes you appreciate the little things in life. Honestly, my home has become wherever my family is (hubs and dog). Good luck with everything.
Smile moment: watching my puppy sleep peacefully, then he lets out the worst fart ever while remaining asleep. That little amazes me everyday! haha
So you’re moving to VA right? 🙂
Hmmm..today I’m mostly smiling over my rearranged living room and lit up Christmas tree. 🙂
Can’t wait to find out where you’re going! I hope you’ll love it, regardless.
I wish you the best of luck with your move. You are absolutely right, we each hold our key to happiness 🙂
Best of luck with the move. Moving stinks but you need to do what makes you happy . . . we do only live once!
You are going to feel so amazing being near your parents 🙂
moving to arizona with your immediate family will hopefully be more awesome for you! Not that you do not love orlando and family there 🙂 You have to do what will make you happier!
I am glad to know your making a move to make yourself happy, hopefully you will start to be able to teach zumba wherever you go 😉
I know your missing Tom, but hopefully he will be back soon and things will settle down for you!
Congratulations on your decision (and your other reasons to smile!)! I always find the way you approach both the good and the difficult so very inspiring 😉
I remember seeing a few books that you were reading on the law of attraction (I think?), and creating your destiny and that type of thing, and i was wondering if you had any favorites that you might recommend, or if not, maybe a reader’s request type of post on the non-fiction books that help you stay focused and positive? I could use a little help!
I am so glad you are moving and going to be happier!
I’m glad you’re making the best choice for you 🙂 I can’t imagine how difficult a deployment must be, so you deserve to make yourself as happy as possible. Sending lots of hugs and positive vibes your way!!
I saw in the comments you’re moving to AZ, though I’m not sure if that’s right or not. I hope no matter where you’re going you’ll be as happy as can be! Sounds like you know what you want and are picking the right thing for YOU. Good job!
If this is the best choice for you then I say go for it. I am sure this is a stressful time for you. I hope it goes as smoothly as possible!
My students always make me smile…
They may drive me crazy at time, but they always make
me smile 🙂
I have that cookbook and love it! The flatbreads are awesome!
Hmm…my favorite part of my day is just laughing with my best friends! They make me happy 🙂
Mmm… love the smell of coffee and books.
I look to you for strength. We are in the process of building a house and have moved in with my parents. This is hard enough but seeing all of the change and adjustments you have to make makes me realize how I really have no place to complain. You are such an inspiration girl! Good luck with everything!
Moving again?! You have a crazy life! I hope it goes smoothly!
Moving = happiness? That’s what you do then hun! Good for you!
Simple things make for the best happiness!
Moving again?! Wow, you go girl! Getcha somma that happiness whenever and where ever you can! 😀
Omg you’re moving…again?!!!! WOW girl. Take a deep breath. You can do it! I am sure your world is feeling beyond crazy, and with Pilot gone no less, too…but you will get thru it all. Major props to you for hanging in there!
Protein oatmeal on the go and wifi and books all rock.
And so do those HWeen Pics of you!
Omg I am still back on the moving topic….hang in there!!
🙂
Little happiness are always my fur babies faces 😉
I love that you always seek happiness; it’s so inspiring. Good luck with your move, chicka. 🙂
that cook book is soooo great!! so many good veggie options in it too!!
OH Viesa is so cute it kills me. Those eyes 😀
I hope the move makes you happier, Gina. I’m guessing either back to Valdosta or to AZ? Wherever it is, good for you for making the decision 🙂
Out of curiosity: why do you turn down company product offers?
The little things make me happy too! A Brief List: SBUX soy peppermint mocha, snow, my cat playing like a wild animal with her little catnip duck, and crossing things off my To Do List
You are moving again?! No way! I thought you were really enjoying Orlando, but I guess no one can really know the whole picture from a blog. Can’t wait to learn where you’re going, although I suspect it’s AZ to be with your fam! 🙂 either way – go you for doing what is right for YOU!
Good luck with the next move! You are a moving Pro!!! 😉
You are such a great example of someone that knows what she wants and goes after it. I am so happy that you are excited about your move and can’t wait to hear the details.
I smiled today when my friend forwarded this to me:
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/28/dining/28flavor.html
Have you EVER? wtf?! I have never heard of this! And I’m an avid devourer of food blogs and food culture? Please read (it’s really short) and comment. I would super love to hear your thoughts/if you or anyone you know has experience with this fruit.
One little thing that always makes me smile is the Dinner Party Download on NPR. great program; I think you’d really enjoy it, because it’s smart, funny, and awesome, aka three adjective that describe the Fitnessista
I smiled when I got my butt out of bed and did Bridal Bootcamp week 3 in my hotel this morning! I usually don’t get motivated to do my own yoga[type] moves but whoa this was hard — thanks 🙂 there I go smiling again haha
whoo hoo!! i’m so happy you liked it 🙂
Gina,
You are such an inspiration. Taking control of your own happiness and finding it in the most simplest of things. Good for you!
Amazing – it’s inspiring how you have such a positive attitude! Makes me want to be more positive in my life, too! Good luck with the move ~ can’t wait for the update!
I still have to try dance trance!!!! Looks so fun! I hope the move goes smoothly!!
Today is my grandparent’s 60th wedding anniversary. That makes me smile!
I’m glad you are taking care of YOU. Military life throws so many curveballs. If I didn’t have family and make the decision to move with them while my love is away, I would be miserable. And stuck in a bunch of snow ;).
Good for you taking control of your happiness- I’m a mil spouse too and the husband is on a month long TDY now. It’s all about doing what makes you happy and surrounding yourself with the best people and environment for you, hopefully where there are lots of great women to eat chocolate, drink wine and talk for hours with (this is what I’m doing to make life better without my husband).
Happiness: Watching my cat tackle the Christmas tree, then get her head stuck in a shopping bag. Best moments ever!
My heart was bursting with happiness today!!! I mean, I probably felt a tad bit of heaven inside of my heart. As i said, it was my bday today and I just had one of the best days ever. I’m so lucky to be surrounded by my loved ones. 🙂
P.S. I got wunder unders today!! wow they are ohh-thumb!! 🙂 very versatile pants too! i love versatile things! i’m gonna see if i can rock them out in the city also!!
Glad to hear you’re doing what’s going to make you happiest! 🙂 I’m curious about where you’re moving to though!
Little things that make me smile lately is Christmas music, chatting with my sister, and candy cane tea!
Even though I always order all my books online because they’re cheaper, I still love sitting and taking in the atmosphere of Barnes and Noble!
So glad you’re happy 🙂 Good luck with the move!!
xo
What a supportive, understanding wife you are! The pilot is very lucky!
Yes, being surrounded by books does make me feel smarter ;). And although I am not a coffee drinker, I really love the smell when you walk into a coffee shop.
Little things always make me happy too, I guess in the child in us! Kids always seem to find happiness from the most mundane things that most adults overlook. So its good to see things from a child’s eyes 🙂
My dogs always make me smile; they are usually always happy. I hope your move goes well and you get your groove back!
Viesa!!!!!!!!!!!! I adore that furry face!!
Can’t wait to hear your next adventure…you are truly an example of someone who makes her own happiness…no sense letting circumstances (whatever they may be) keep you down. I really learn a lot from you!
My reason to smile this morning was a call from my sweet boyfriend (who’s off flying around) 🙂
PS, yes, being surrounded by books makes me feel smarter and gives me focus…I love bn’s!!
cant wait to hear about your next adventure!
Ooh excited to hear about where you’re going! You amaze me with your ability to adapt to new situations so quickly Gina. You’re awesome! Little things that made me smile yesterday were the dinner I made which turned out to be delicious, getting to sit and chat with one of my friends and receiving an email from my mum.