Happy Thoughts Part Two

I had to spend a completely beautiful 60+ degree day INSIDE AT WORK yesterday.  I was not happy.  I was really not happy.  I think I would have been more accepting of it if today were about the same as yesterday and not 40 degrees outside.  That really sucks.  I guess I can’t complain too much.  I’ve lived in the Midwest for most of my life more than a few years now and I should be pretty used to the drastic weather changes around here.  I guess I’m used to them… but I’m sure not happy about them.

Anyway, on to the happy thought that kept me from sulking about yesterday…

I really really like hugs.  From just about anyone that means anything to me a hug can be just the thing.  From my mom it is an outward expression of how much I mean to her and that we really do have a great relationship.  From my sister it means that we’re done with the stupid she’s-on-my-side-of-the-back-seat fights and have finally become the friends my mother always threatened we would become.  From my urban family it can express that they really do embody the word family. But it’s the hugs that I share with my husband that I treasure the most.  I’m considerably smaller than he is so a hug in his arms is all encompassing.  I feel safe and warm.  It is the most reassuring thing for me.  If I’ve had a bad day a hug is an instant fix.  It it a wordless way to reconnect with someone.  And one that I really love.

T-town and a musical

I can thank dear ol’ Dad for letting me exprience life in different parts of the country growing up.  At the time it was absolutely devistating to have to move accross several states and start over.  However hindsight shows that it really has helped me learn how to deal with change.  With all of the places we lived Topeka still seems like home. 

 

I spent a good portion of the weekend in Topeka.  Got to see some old friends that I haven’t seen in quite a while.  I also had some nice girl time with my mom and little sister.

We went to see the movie Momma Mia.  I really wasn’t thrilled about this.  It seemed silly to me but it was mom’s choice so we went.  I really was surprised at how good this movie was.  If you can stand to watch a movie with a bunch of singing white hairs in the audience I suggest a theatre visit.  Otherwise maybe you should wait for the dvd.