It’s my birthday. I’m a whopping forty-one today. To
celebrate, I thought it’d be fun to share a list of things that make me go
hmmm, in the best of ways. I’m breaking my favorite things into four categories
for your reading pleasure. Cheers and thanks for reading!
In Nature
Peonies in full bloom.
The fox that frequently visits my backyard.
Ocean, lakes, streams, any and all bodies of water.
The sound of wind in the trees—anything to do with trees,
changing foliage, flowering leaves, the buds when they return, forests and an
isolated tree in an open field. Even the sound of birds in the trees. (Like how
I just snuck about seven in one?)
Mountain views.
Lightning slashing through a black sky.
A canopy of stars overhead.
The after-rain smell of the earth.
Sunrises and sunsets that won’t let you look away.
About People
When someone laughs so hard quirky sounds explode from their
mouth.
The raised veins on an old lady’s hands.
My role as a wife and a mother, the day in and day out
commitment to my family, watching them grow, experiencing my own growth.
People who still hold doors open for others, who wave at
their neighbors, who ask you how you’re doing and wait for an answer . . .
those people.
Cheeks pinking while playing in the snow, seeing and feeling
this even as my fingers go numb.
Small acts of bravery, humility, and heroism. Big acts of
the same.
Those who appreciate differences, value conversation, and
strive for connectedness over divisiveness.
When people let loose on the dance floor without a care in
the world who is watching them.
Those who reach out and take risks when they’re scared,
hurt, unsure, or feeling vulnerable.
Products
Birchbox – Great products. Have lined up with this company
for years. Love that two women started it.
Farmgirl Flowers – Have never used, but I’m obsessed with
the idea. And the flowers are stunning!
Bobbi Brown makeup – Have used in recent, aging years. A
huge fan. Subtle, the way I love wearing makeup.
Dove – Sometimes buy. Sometimes don’t. I’m a huge advocate
of their message to women and girls.
Biolage – Works for this shampoo snob.
Soma – It does certain figures good . . . like mine. ;-)
Shutterfly – Good products. Great deals. I keep coming back.
Ghirardelli chocolate – Never have had a bite I haven’t
enjoyed.
Swan Creek Candle Co. – Summer Rain scent rocks my world.
Daisy by Marc Jacobs – My signature scent.
Randomness
Best thing to believe in: God, His faithfulness and
character.
Best stupid thing I frequently say: Crap.
Best new TV show: This Is Us.
Best hobby: Refinishing furniture.
Best addictive site: Pinterest.
Best endorphin charger: Running.
Best name in Hollywood: Benedict Cumberbatch.
Best non-sexual feeling: Having my hair washed.
Best sense of understanding why I’m here: When I write.
Best rush: Galloping on a horse, speeding in a boat, driving
with the windows down.
Best slightly rebellious decision: Listening to music louder
than the recommended level and busting out into song or dance or moving across
country to be with my fiancé.
Best high: The excited feeling I get when I’m about to start
a book I’ve been waiting to read.
Best sign-off: Cheers!
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