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10 Things That Made Me Happy This Week // 11

February 12, 2016February 16, 2016 Crystal // Dreams, etc. 18 comments
10 Things That Made Me Happy This Week // 11

10 Things That Made Me Happy This Week // dreams-etc.om

If you were around me this week, you may have noticed that I was a little crabby this week. I didn’t have much downtime last weekend, which doesn’t make for a happy Crystal as the week goes on. I’m an introvert and need some time for myself. So this is probably the perfect time to write this post!

1 // Taking an excellent writing class.

2 // Chatting with a friend I haven’t seen for awhile.

3 // Getting caught up on First Drafts podcast.

4 // A fun blogger chat with Joshilyn Jackson.

5 // Dinner with my dad.

6 // Taking time to reflect on Ash Wednesday.

7 // A freshly groomed pup.

8 // Finding a groomer who trimmed Little One’s hair well.

9 // A fresh layer of sparkly snow.

10 // A long weekend ahead.

 

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18 comments

  1. Lindsay says:
    February 12, 2016 at 2:52 pm

    It’s so nice to reflect on good things because often people find themselves dwelling on the negatives or their complaints. Very refreshing post : ) Have a lovely weekend.

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  2. Kelsie says:
    February 12, 2016 at 2:52 pm

    A writing class sounds like so much fun, and so much different than my daily grind of grading papers! I love the picture of your sweet pup. So snuggly!

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  3. Trish says:
    February 12, 2016 at 3:32 pm

    What an adorable picture of your pup! Your list is lots of fun — especially love the sound of the writing class and blogger chat with Joshilyn Jackson.

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  4. Candy says:
    February 12, 2016 at 3:52 pm

    Glass should always be half full.

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  5. Leslie Soto says:
    February 12, 2016 at 4:19 pm

    It sounds like you’ve had an amazing week! So many things to be happy about! I used to do daily happy posts on my facebook page but have gotten away from them. I think i’ll start doing this though. Happy Weekend!

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  6. Chrissy says:
    February 12, 2016 at 5:54 pm

    These all sound wonderful! Chatting with friends, dinner with family, a happy pup – sounds like you had a wonderful week and then a long weekend ahead! Awesome! Enjoy every second of it! Hugs xxx

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  7. Katie @ Talk Less, Say More says:
    February 12, 2016 at 6:31 pm

    Love it! I’ve been doing a lot of yoga this week which has been WONDERFUL!

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  8. Mistle says:
    February 12, 2016 at 7:35 pm

    All great reasons to be happy! I am jealous of the snow you got. I live in TX, so seeing snow doesn’t really happen. Your dog is adorable!!!

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  9. Lindsay says:
    February 12, 2016 at 7:52 pm

    I bet Mina smells delicious! I love when the boys come home from the groomers, I just can’t stop smelling them. šŸ™‚

    Have a lovely weekend my friend šŸ˜‰ xox

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  10. Linda says:
    February 12, 2016 at 9:45 pm

    Part of my quiet night time prayer is reflecting on the day and there is always more good than bad! I would have loved partaking in your Number 5!

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  11. Flight & Scarlet says:
    February 12, 2016 at 10:09 pm

    Aw, sounds like a lovely week! I miss my dad, wish I could have dinner with him… we haven’t done that in ages. And snow! We got some here in Alberta too! I was surprised at how happy I was about that. With such a nice week behind you, I hope you enjoy the long weekend to finish it off šŸ™‚

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  12. Shelly says:
    February 13, 2016 at 1:55 am

    Agh…Little One is the cutest!

    I’m interested in learning more about the writing class you’re taking! I run a creative writer’s group, and I’m always looking for tips and/or ideas.

    Hope you have a rejuvenating weekend šŸ™‚

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  13. Jenny says:
    February 13, 2016 at 5:40 am

    I love posts like this!
    It’s so important for focus on the things that make you happy.

    xoxo, Jenny

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  14. Angie Agerter says:
    February 13, 2016 at 6:43 am

    Nothing like a fresh new grooming up for Little One.
    Roxy feels and smells good after hers!
    I like this, a happy look back at the week!

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  15. Penny Struebig says:
    February 13, 2016 at 1:46 pm

    I love reading these 10 things that made me happy kind of posts. I always see items on the list that remind me that they make me happy as well. Have a wonderful three day weekend!

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  16. Rica says:
    February 13, 2016 at 3:48 pm

    Who doesn’t love a freshly groomed pup! Great list ?

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  17. Star Lengas says:
    February 14, 2016 at 1:54 am

    It’s so easy to just be despondent and not focus on the positive factors of our lives. I’m really excited for this long weekend of just relaxing and no alarms to be set.

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  18. Mia says:
    February 14, 2016 at 4:45 am

    Hope you get some down time and get to relax over the long weekend! šŸ™‚

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