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My 52 Blessings

Here is a list of my 52 blessings. If I wanted, I could write at least a full page about each of them. Some probably require explanation, some are self-evident, others are misleading. I’ve decided I am going to leave them as is; unexplained. The support of my wonderful husband My job Public transit inContinue reading “My 52 Blessings”

Week Two: Count Your Blessings

To multiply your joy, count your blessings. — J.B. Priestley When I considered my challenge this week (“Count Your Blessings”), two thoughts began to circle through my mind. This should be relatively easy; I am employed, I own a home in a developed nation, I had a happy childhood (that’s at least four already). ThenContinue reading “Week Two: Count Your Blessings”

Week One: Smile

Peace begins with a smile. — Mother Theresa Although this project came into being during the second week of January, I decided not to skip Week One for two reasons: to preserve my sense of continuity (and sanity!) and to give myself the chance to reflect a little bit about the holidays we’ve just endured.Continue reading “Week One: Smile”

How to Be Happy

It’s a helluva start, being able to recognize what makes you happy. — Lucille Ball Ever find yourself wondering how could you be happier? Have you looked for a “how to” guide, or perhaps a list or two? Have you ever, in a moment of desperation or curiosity, turned to the internet for answers? Well,Continue reading “How to Be Happy”

How to Be Laura

I’m an over-thinker, I’m a list maker, and I’m trying to figure out how to be happy. I started this journey because I’ve always wanted to write…something. I have pages and pages of half-finished thoughts, book ideas, and incomprehensible scribbles. So this year, as a sort of resolution, I have decided to join the massesContinue reading “How to Be Laura”