Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Get your happy here!

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Happy Tuesday!

Last week I posted about some of the little things that made me happy on an otherwise chaotic day. Today I'd like to highlight a Web site that asks readers to submit their own everyday sources of happiness, Just Little Things.

I discovered Just Little Things several months ago, and I quickly realized that it's one of those sites I can lose myself in. I found myself smiling at so many of the posts. The June 2 post, for example, left me nodding my head in agreement because I was happy about the very same thing that day: "When everyone at a potluck eats the dish you brought in." I don't know about you, but every time I have to bring food to an event—in my case, it was salad to a church picnic—I always worry that no one will eat it. I always tell my husband to take some so at least it looks like somebody enjoyed it. ☺ Just Little Things is filled with these little bits of happiness, from observations like "When animals sneeze" to those never-to-be-forgotten moments in life like "Walking across the stage at graduation."

The creator of Just Little Things, Nancy Vu, has been running the site since December 2010, and she recently released a book based on the submissions she receives. I haven't read the book, but I highly recommend the site if you're ever in need of a happiness boost.

I really believe there's always something to feel happy about. As Bono says, it's a beautiful day!



Wishing you all a joy-filled Tuesday. ☺

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61 comments:

  1. Billy Blue EyesJune 4, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    Well it's sunny here so you got to be happy when it's sunny.

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  2. mail4roseyJune 4, 2013 at 10:07 AM

    That's a good one! I'm always happy when the potluck dish comes home empty. :)

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  3. RobinJune 4, 2013 at 10:36 AM

    I'm going to check out the site. Thanks for sharing. I need to focus on the little things that are right and beautiful in my life.

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    1. DanaJune 4, 2013 at 1:04 PM

      I think you'll really enjoy it. It's a good, uplifting site.

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  4. Melgie CampbellJune 4, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    I love the video, wonderful! It's gonna be a good day:)

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  5. Madeline Mora-SummonteJune 4, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    I'm happy today because my annual doctor's appt went well, so now I'm healthy AND happy. :)

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    1. DanaJune 4, 2013 at 1:06 PM

      That's wonderful news—and definitely a reason to be happy!

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  6. Optimistic ExistentialistJune 4, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    The littlest things often give us the BIGGEST happiness when you really think of it. I read somewhere that life is a collection of little things and little moments and that we should not overlook them :)

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  7. LeoviJune 4, 2013 at 12:44 PM

    Yes, I like the happiness of those little things, I have had similar feelings too. Salutations.

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  8. Julie FlandersJune 4, 2013 at 12:59 PM

    This is a great idea, I'm definitely going to check out that site. And I love U2 so that video alone makes me happy! :)

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    1. DanaJune 4, 2013 at 1:14 PM

      Glad you'll be checking out the site. I really enjoy it. That song makes me happy, too. :)

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  9. AnonymousJune 4, 2013 at 1:06 PM

    This is great. I will be checking this out! Thanks!

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  10. Rebecca Green GasperJune 4, 2013 at 1:30 PM

    Sounds like a great site. I will check it out. Love those sites that you get lost in. :)

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    1. DanaJune 5, 2013 at 8:44 AM

      Then I think you'll really love this one. :)

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  11. Deniz BevanJune 4, 2013 at 1:59 PM

    What a lovely idea for a site. It's true - I'm always happy when others enjoy a dish I've brought!

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    1. DanaJune 5, 2013 at 8:46 AM

      Yes, I love how positive the site is. :)

      I suppose I shouldn't worry so much about people liking my food, but it's hard not to. LOL

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  12. J.L. MurpheyJune 4, 2013 at 2:12 PM

    Dana, this is officially my daily site for a break and a smile...forget about Coke.

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    1. DanaJune 5, 2013 at 8:53 AM

      Yay! Glad you enjoyed it—it's much better than a Coke. ;)

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  13. Sue McPeakJune 4, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    It's always good to get a 'Burst of Happiness', and I agree...it's a lot of little things that just make ones day. Funny about the potluck...I think we all have been there done that at one time or another. I know I always make something my husband will eat...LOL!!!

    Sue CollectInTexasGal~Today's Post~
    Gone But Not Forgotten in Grandfalls, TX

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    1. DanaJune 5, 2013 at 8:57 AM

      Yes, as long as I know someone (my husband) is going to make a dent in the dish, I feel better. ;)

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  14. Romance Book HavenJune 4, 2013 at 4:11 PM

    Loved this uplifting post! Thanks.

    Nas

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  15. Annalisa CrawfordJune 4, 2013 at 4:57 PM

    That sounds like a brilliant site. Loving the music as well :-)

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  16. wsbharkJune 4, 2013 at 5:12 PM

    That sounds like a great site. I will have to check it out. :) What a great idea she had.

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    1. DanaJune 5, 2013 at 1:34 PM

      It's one of those "Why didn't I think of that?" ideas. Love it!

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  17. AdamJune 4, 2013 at 5:20 PM

    happy Tuesday

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  18. Sherry EllisJune 4, 2013 at 6:21 PM

    I like when people eat what I bring, too!

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    1. DanaJune 5, 2013 at 1:38 PM

      I always breathe a sigh of relief when I see people reaching for my food. Whew! ;)

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  19. MJune 4, 2013 at 9:37 PM

    HAPPY TUESDAY!!

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  20. SandyCarlsonJune 4, 2013 at 10:57 PM

    I hope your day is glorious. Thanks for this.

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    1. DanaJune 5, 2013 at 1:41 PM

      Aw, thank you. I hope you're having a wonderful Wednesday. :)

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  21. UnknownJune 5, 2013 at 9:00 AM

    I'm heading over to the link right now, but I just wanted to say hi before I did.

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  22. Ian AndersonJune 5, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    Cool. Thanks for the link!

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  23. Crystal CollierJune 5, 2013 at 10:38 AM

    Who doesn't need an extra dose of happy every now and again? Thanks for the heads up. =)

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  24. Josie Two ShoesJune 5, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    I went over to take a look at the website and I absolutely love it! We often overlook how many little things in life make us smile and feel good! I could relate to the hot dish one too. :-) This was a great find to share with us... THANK YOU, Dana! :-)

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    1. DanaJune 5, 2013 at 1:47 PM

      I'm so glad you enjoyed it! It's definitely a great site to visit on the not-so-great days. :)

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  25. Cathy KeatonJune 5, 2013 at 3:57 PM

    It's the little things that you find joy in, right? I know I do this as much as I can. I need to A LOT! I love watching Maru the Cat videos on Youtube, since I have no cat of my own. It always eventually makes me smile. :)

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    1. DanaJune 5, 2013 at 8:35 PM

      I've never seen those. I'll have to check them out. :)

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  26. UnknownJune 5, 2013 at 7:55 PM

    Loved that website. Thanks for sharing, Dana. Sometimes it is the little things that make the whole day.

    The other day it was my turn to get up to get Alec to the bus - why oh why does high school start at the crack of dawn? His bus comes at 6:25, which is just ridiculous. Rick took one look at my sleepy face and told me to take a long shower and did the bus run for me!

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    1. DanaJune 5, 2013 at 8:36 PM

      How sweet of Rick to make the bus run for you. I bet you had a better day because of that. :)

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  27. Kathe W.June 5, 2013 at 8:32 PM

    It's the little things that make life special!

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  28. kjmckendryJune 5, 2013 at 9:31 PM

    That sounds like a great site. I'll check it out. It is the little things that keep us going.

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  29. FaridaJune 6, 2013 at 2:32 AM

    I am checking the site after this message. I'm sure I will enjoy those bits and pieces of advice. Thank you, Dana! :)

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  30. unikornaJune 6, 2013 at 8:37 AM

    I am pessimistic by nature...so being happy means actually...working on it a lot...

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    1. DanaJune 6, 2013 at 10:12 AM

      Some days are easier for me than others, too, when it comes to finding the good and happy moments.

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  31. Lynn ProctorJune 6, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    thanks dana---sometimes when i am happy, i check myself to see why :)

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    1. DanaJune 6, 2013 at 10:17 AM

      That's a great idea! We really should stop and recognize all the little things that make us smile.

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  32. Danielle L ZecherJune 8, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    I feel the same way when I bring a dish somewhere! It's the little things, huh? I can't wait to check out the site. Thanks for sharing!

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    1. DanaJune 8, 2013 at 11:33 AM

      We have to find our happiness where we can, and the little things really do count. :)

      I hope you enjoy the site. Have a great weekend!

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