What's the Best Thing That Happened to You Today?

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   marisuewritesposted 15 years ago

   I thought it would be uplifting, to hear remarks about the best thing in our day...or any day.
   
   For me, I reached a new goal at work, I'm going out to dinner with Hubby and Middle Son, we'll eat burgers and listen to some live music....and it's a beautiful day, even if I am in Florida.  LOL 
   
   And, my dog loves me.
   
   So, what's your story??

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      sheenarobinsposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      Mine was getting 21 followers on Twitter when I only had two yesterday and my traffic rising in wordpress. LOL

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         marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         anyone remember that song besides me?  Please say yes...I'm aging here...
         
         Absolutely wonderful, congratulations, succes is measure in inches and it's great to notice it along the journey.  I wish you continued success!!
         
         Another day, another story:  For me, I reached still yet another goal at work...and my husband got the expected and desired call he needed from Oklahoma to help us reach personal goals...I'm so happy and felt 2 tons of stress leave my shoulders...Now to work on the other 14 tons.  "Ya load 16 tons, and whaddya get...another day older and deeper in debt..." 
         Tennessee Ernie Ford Song....xxxx years ago.  ) yes, before my time, ahem, but I still like it.

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            sheenarobinsposted 15 years agoin reply to this

            LOL. I badly need the followers for an upcoming project that's why. Yours is a sensible happiness. My dog will jump up and down tonight when he sees me and that takes away all the stress at least.

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               marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

               The love of a pet is the ultimate reward...ours waits either at the door, or greets us with wags as waits at the top of the stairs, and when we begin the climb, he runs down cuz he just can't wait for the hug....such joy.

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      Benson Yeungposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      I removed an irritating stone from a seaman's bladder at 2 AM so that he could head home with his mates at 11 AM rather than stayed in Hong Kong all by himself. That makes me feel good.

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      shreekrishnaposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      i got a good traffic to my hub tody ,
      
      not high but fair traffic.

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         marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

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   SweetiePieposted 15 years ago

   Reading some very good hubs today was a pleasure.

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      marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      I agree, hubs is always a fun read!!

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   Tom Rubenoffposted 15 years ago

   I had the pleasure of communication with hubber poets Frieda Babley and Randy Behavior.  Otherwise I dragged my butt to work and drudged away.

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      marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      Yep, everyday has its routine drudgery!! 
      
      I am hoping this forum, concentrating on the best of our day, will stay positive....we'll show 'em!!

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   Colebabieposted 15 years ago

   I went to lunch with friends to celebrate one of their birthdays. I'm going to see Earth tonight. And my friend gave me all of her GRE books (worth like $200) to help me study.

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      marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      That sounds like a good day....oooo Earth!!   terrific I bet!!  glad to hear you had a great day!!

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   badcompany99posted 15 years ago

   I dreamt I had died then I woke up !

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      marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      I'm glad you woke up!!  some dreams are best left in dreamland...

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   R. Blueposted 15 years ago

   I agree with badcompany...just waking up is great...no dirt in my face today!!!

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      marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      Yep, a day with nothing going wrong is a good day in my life...tho' rare.  LOL
      
      The moon over Tampa this morning was a tiney little quarter with a silver star at the lower tip....absolutely loverly

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   Maryke van Rensbuposted 15 years ago

   We are having elections in South Africa and the best thing happening is that the current ruling party is not doing as well as they were hoping.

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      marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      Hi Maryke van Rensbu, You know, our country has "been there, done that" sooo I wish you good luck with your own vote!!  ever onward...

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   Princessaposted 15 years ago

   I discovered a new lovely white wine and visited a "fromagerie" with some of the best goat cheese I've had in ages!

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      Ivorwenposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      Sounds wonderful!
      
      I rearranged my kitchen counters today.  It made the whole house feels so much nicer.

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         marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         I love a clean kitchen and wine and goat cheese....oh my I'm drooling...

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   Dame Scribeposted 15 years ago

   I make a couple soldiers smile by email, they love my emails lol

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      marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      Dame, that's wonderful!!

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    Earl S. Wynnposted 15 years ago

    My boss told me he didn't need me to work on Friday!
    
    I picked classes out for my next semester at State (Fall '09), and it looks like my schedule is gonna rock!

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       I'm glad and good luck with those classes!!

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    Rochelle Frankposted 15 years ago

    I got my 300 fan medal!  Dropped my expensive cell phone service, sorted out a lot of stuff to recyle, also got some laundry vacuuming and closet cleaning done.  An accomplished day.
    (Is tomorrow Sunday?)

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    princessMARposted 15 years ago

    i published my first hub!!!

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       Ivorwenposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Congratulations!  It's fun, isn't it. 

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          marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          yeaaaaaa  I'll go read it!! )

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       Esther Selmanposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Congratulations!
       
       My best thing is a bouquet of orange flowers.
       
       While I was working at home Monday, the receptionist told me that I had received flowers. I love flowers, but these just made me wonder. My partner is on a tough deadline, and it was highly unlikely he would be running off to the florist. So who could the flowers be from? And how would I explain them to Tom? I even rehearsed a little speech in case they were from Carlos (that's another story). Today, I found out they were from a business client who was happy with my work. Beautiful flowers and no complications!

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          marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          that's wonderful, enjoy the aroma and beauty and may it happen many more times...)

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    Teresa McGurkposted 15 years ago

    I got an award for being me.

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       Rochelle Frankposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       And you got it with one hand tied behind your back, so to speak.
       Well deserved! No one can do it(being you) as well as you.

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          marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          I echo, Rochelle!!!

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          Teresa McGurkposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          What cracks me up is that they couldn't think of a category to put me in ("Most Addled Professor of English" or "Professor Most Likely To Lose Her Mind" -- you know, something like that).

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       earnestshubposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Well in that case it is well deserved! You are worth an award for being you.

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Well deserved, it's great to be able to be yourself and have it recognized!!  Congrats!! )

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    Lissieposted 15 years ago

    I  woke up to several emails telling me about commissions I'd earned while asleep- I love that!

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Now, I would love that to happen to me!!!  Happy for you, though!!  Want a student?  )

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    accofrancoposted 15 years ago

    My dad just replaced my old car with a clean fairly used 2008 Volkswagen Passat today and i am alive to witness today, what a great thing.

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Excellent!  It's a good year for the Volkswagen!!  I know you'll enjoy it...Man, I love hearing all these good things!! )

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    rancidTasteposted 15 years ago

    I find great joy here...
    
    

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Thanks, rancid, we all need a little good news, don't we!!  )

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    Choke Franticposted 15 years ago

    WOW this is a great topic! I love the idea since it's a really good way for people to reflect upon and acknowledge the positive things in their life - something I need.
    
    Well, I published my second hub today and bought some much-needed hair dye, which I shall be applying as soon as I stop procrastinating.

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Hi Choke, that's funny!!  I'm for all the color we can get!  ) I bet it will look beautiful, what's the color?

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          Choke Franticposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          Well, procrastinating is what I do best =]
          It;s a deep red and ultraviolet purple!

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             marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

             Ok, now i'm choking!!!  (teasing)  color is my best friend...I use it everywhere home, hair, bed, clothing,  flowers....)  If u like it, others will too.

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    petersm169posted 15 years ago

    Sunshine! I always feel great when I get a chance to get outside during a busy day and enjoy the sun. It is a pretty infrequent occurrence this time of year (due to work load and the weather).

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Sunshine is good for us and DOES BRING cheer....I, too, spend way too much time indoors.  Enjoy!!

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    flamingoesposted 15 years ago

    Today someone just missed me.....  ;-)

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       awww, that made me tear up, I'm so glad you had that experience, it's wonderful to be needed.

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    Choke Franticposted 15 years ago

    Well, it'll be a new day in around 10 minutes so I'll write this anyway: just sold a pair of handmade coontails on eBay ^___^ So proud!

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       "show me the money" is always a good thing. 

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    Cris Aposted 15 years ago

    It rained the whole day. I'm happy when it rains. That's a good thing...I think

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Cris A, I am one who Loves the rain as well.  Thunder, lightning, all excite me, as long as I'm safe...it cleans the air, and life...

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          Cris Aposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          I love all that and the sense of freshness and renewal afterwards. Sigh

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             marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

             I do too, and I love to watch it rain, as I sit by the window or on the porch and vegetate with hot/iced tea.

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                Cris Aposted 15 years agoin reply to this

                Ahhh a girl after my own heart! I go out on the terrace with a hot cuppa coffee and a cig, a chair and a foot stool. And i would even have the rain bathe my feet!

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                   marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

                   Knowing how and when to vegg, renews the spirit and heart....way to go!! 
                   
                   I'm really enjoying this thread and the response!!!

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                      Sally's Troveposted 15 years agoin reply to this

                      For me, adding the rain-loving doggie to the porch makes it perfect.  It rained this AM, doggie and I went out on the porch to enjoy the soft sounds and let ourselves float along random thoughts...no cig for her, though (just for me).  A perfect morning.

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                         marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

                         sounds so peaceful and the very reason i love the soft rains the bestest!! 

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    accofrancoposted 15 years ago

    I am alive to witness today.

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Yes, feels good, eh? 

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    JamaGeneeposted 15 years ago

    So far, the coffee maker works, same for the nuker, and I can get online. 
    
    Life is GOOD! 

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       I hear that!!  I like it when things "work!" 

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    Colebabieposted 15 years ago

    It is my boyfriend and I's 4 year anniversary!!! We can't celebrate until tomorrow because I have an organic chem final to study for... but I don't care!!!

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       JamaGeneeposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Congrats on the anniversary, and good luck on the final!

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          Colebabieposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          Thank you so much! I need all the luck I can get.

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             marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

             Good luck on the test, preparation takes away the stress, I know you'll do it!

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    K.D. Clementposted 15 years ago

    I have been tutoring my daughter who has had troubles with dyslexia. Today we had a reading breakthrough.

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       I know you're both thrilled, when it "clicks" with a student, it's a moment of excellence!!!   I celebrate with you and wish for you many more moments just like that!

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    lawrettaposted 15 years ago

    I stayed home and watched TV.I am recovering from a surgery.

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       Princessaposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Take care and a prompt recovery

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       get some rest, and enjoy and be pain free...good wishes for you!!!

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    Princessaposted 15 years ago

    gardening with the children

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       awww that sounds wonderful...did you get to sneak anything fresh off the vine, yet?

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          Princessaposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          lol not today; today was "flower day".  The boy found a new friend, "Alexandre" the earth warm, and the girl adopted a new "baby": Cesar the Lizard !!!

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             marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

             that's great!!  all involved with nature...wonderful times!

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             lawrettaposted 15 years agoin reply to this

             Thanks Princessa and marisuewrites,you ladies are wonderful

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    trish1048posted 15 years ago

    Let's see.  I did a fairly thorough cleaning of my workspace, got rid of tons of paper.  My work is caught up.  And, I talked to my best friend today.  That always makes for a good day

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       sounds like a good day of accomplishment, making the world go round!!  good for you!!! 

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    GeneriqueMediaposted 15 years ago

    I woke up. Way to start the day.
    
    And I got a new hub finished...and some revising done on my novel.
    
    G|M

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       that sounds like wonderful progress, and being grateful for each day is an impressive habit, way to go!!!  I'll borrow that from you occasionally!!

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    SeSharerposted 15 years ago

    For me, one of my seniors in office pointed some shortages of mine, and let me know how o do in the coming days.
    
    I believe that I can improve a lot in the near future. lol

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       You are wise to take constructive criticism so well.  That is so difficult for us all!!   good for you!!

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    Lisa HWposted 15 years ago

    Someone gave me some coral colored roses; but also, I got to be out in the Spring-evening rain and enjoy the fresh air.

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    mandybeauposted 15 years ago

    Set a rubbish fire and for the first time ever did not have the smoke go in my direction.

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       now that sounds like a good thing....i wonder why smoke follows us?  seems that way...

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    Ivorwenposted 15 years ago

    Yesterday, my nine year old son and I had a major break-through in his abilities to read and understand language!  I will be writing about it soon.

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       I think that's excellent, your labor is rewarded.  Write on!

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    Zsuzsy Beeposted 15 years ago

    What really made my day is that I was able to come home from hospital this morning and accept the old tickers warning that life in not to be taken for granted.
    
    But best part of all is not having to hide the laptop from those nosey nurses anymore who kept me from regular visits to my real home, here on hubpages. After all 7 or 8 posting here in two weeks is worse then none at all.
    
    I missed you all sooooooooooooo much.

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       Ivorwenposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Glad to have you back!

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       OOOO  Zsuzsy, we're glad you're ok, welcome back and best wishes for continued good health!!

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          Zsuzsy Beeposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          Thanks Marisue this tough old bird is on the mend.

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       Teresa McGurkposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Glad you're back.  (I know what you mean about missing HP, too.)

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          Zsuzsy Beeposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          Theresa I did read about your busted arm. I hope its mending well and not causing you too much trouble.
          regards Zsuzsy

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    Zsuzsy Beeposted 15 years ago

    I woke up today...to a beautiful blue sunny sky and about 20 or so Canada Geese squacking in the front yard. Oh Finally spring is here.
    To great new beginnings
    
    

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       That sounds "simply" great!  We have a mother crane and two babies in the pasture across the street....they are so funny to watch!! 

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    LondonGirlposted 15 years ago

    We were all in the park, and Isaac rushed over, threw his arms round me, said, "I love you, Mummy" and ran off again.

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       Teresa McGurkposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Dang -- spontaneous bursts of joy from kids are the best.  Cool, LG, way cool.

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          JamaGeneeposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          That's a big ditto from me, LG!

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             marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

             Always the best part of any day....sweetness!!

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          LondonGirlposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          It was lovely (-:

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    DonnaCSmithposted 15 years ago

    photographing my beautiful grand daughter and her boyfriend in their prom finery.

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       awww   sweet times and memories.  May they stay safe....

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    logic,commonsenseposted 15 years ago

    My best friend found a job!

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       a job is wonderful!!  we all celebrate that!!

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    prince1244posted 15 years ago

    Visited my grandmother, it made her day.

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       yes, and we should all remember our older family members....good for you.
       
       for me, today I had a great visit and meal with 2 of my sons....we ate at a restaurant on the beach, with a nearby pool, and it was crowded but the people were well-mannered and the food was great.  Soft breeze, sunshine and those I love all in a good mood.  It could all go to hell tomorrow, but today was beautiful.

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    marisuewritesposted 15 years ago

    You will project that "I feel good" chemistry to others, and that's a great gift to them...  keep the faith and way to go!! )

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    frogdroppingposted 15 years ago

    A random guy just helped me carry an incredibly heavy bottle of gas. Not good but great.

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    MotherHubberposted 15 years ago

    I posted my first "HubMob" hub, and I started working on a book proposal. . .finally!

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    RGrafposted 15 years ago

    When I came home from a long trip my children, my husband, and my dog ran to see who could hug me first (the dog was faster)

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Rgraf, that's too cute...my dog often wins too!!

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    Kelsey Tallisposted 15 years ago

    My author score finally hit 75!
    
    Edit: Well, it was a moment ago, lol!

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       I know, the scores are fleeting, but it's nice to hit a high one!!!

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    petersm169posted 15 years ago

    Attended a picnic with friends. Nice weather, good food and even better friends :-)It was almost like a mini-vacation.

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Lovely, I haven't been on a picnic in years!!   yummmm good food, great gab, and maybe a walk or a nap? 

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    Eldritch Elegyposted 15 years ago

    I had time to reply to old comments and e-mails despite my two-week-old (and I've still spent my quality time with her).
    
    Also, I ordered my mother's Mother's Day gift, and that made me happy.

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       sounds like a wonderful day!!  I remember my kids when they were infants, nothing any sweeter than that bonding!!

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    Lisa HWposted 15 years ago

    So far, nothing more than a good cup of coffee.  It's just after 6:00 a.m., and the day is young.

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       marisuewritesposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       that's a good start, and hopefully, it went up from there!! )

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    kbdunnposted 15 years ago

    I found some great hubs that saved me money at Barnes and Noble. Free information is always nice, especially if it is written well!

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    Darker Passagesposted 15 years ago

    No bills in the mailbox today.  Always a relief.

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