the grumps and happiness

work made me grumpy today (and lately), so i thought i'd try to focus on the positive. With Thanksgiving coming up, I thought I'd start by listing out some of the good stuff.

I heart:

• when music gives me goose bumps
• seeing dads walk their kids to school
• the smell of a freshly peeled orange
• the awesomeness that is my family (see family bingo)
• when my fiance lays his head in my neck
• unexpected analogies
• my mom's cooking
• Grease 2
• thoughtful gifts
• waking up to a clean room
• my new (red) nano ipod (haven't gotten it in the mail yet, but I know I will heart it)
• the kisses on a good day and hugs on a bad day
  

What are some of yours?

and it's another year

i know i have been horrible at writing lately. i know i do it to myself. between birthdays (so many scorpios!), wedding planning (yes, we've actually picked it up again after a few weeks of hiatus), the work for the two boards i'm on, and trying to see the dodger what little time he's around, it always feels a little crazy around here. there have been many an occasion i've wanted to post. you know i love the reflecting. for now, i thought i'd share a sweet email birthday wish i got the day i turned the big 3-0 this year. Thanks Tim! ;)

From Tim:
Just wanted to wish you a fun and exciting Happy Birthday!

Your first one as an engaged person!
Your last one as a non-married person!
Your 30th one as a Little D