Making me happy these days: Church this morning. And last night. And it’s just the beginning for a December full of holiday gatherings. The gingko trees at church snapped into their fall colors in the last several days. I have several volunteer oaks from the ginormous oak tree at my…

Things making me happy these days: Yesterday was Cousins’ Club game day. We played Mind The Gap, a generational trivia game with a board and teams. The six teens played the “old guys” of 80, 60, and 50. Guess who won?? Church today. Always. One of the joys of having…

Things making me happy: Church. Just always. Today’s sermon was profoundly moving and the music was wonderful. And, of course, being in the same space with Beloved Community was satisfying. Our brunch bunch got treated again by our restaurant hosts. This time it was three ENORMOUS pieces of pie: chocolate…

Making me happy these days: This morning I saw a big ball of something making its way across the tile floor, about the size of my thumbnail. It was definitely something self-powered, not being blown by a breeze. I watched for a minute or so, trying to imagine what it…

Making me happy today: Super chilly, wet weather and I have the proper clothes to wear. First, to church where a full hall celebrated community and mourned and honored those we’ve lost. Beautiful music (an oboe with the full choir), lighting candles and bringing pictures, a powerful sermon, speaking their…

Five things that made me happy today: 1. A friend from far away is coming for a brief visit later this month. I can hardly wait. 2. Another day of household admin. 3.Some brief puzzle time in that sunny front room. 4. Got in a short walk today. My Baker’s knee seems to be better. Which is a very good thing. 5. Some quiet reading tonight and maybe a new series on Netflix. We’ll see. And you? I’d love to hear what made you happy today.

What’s making me happy: Yesterday was a stellar day at church. The morning’s service had so many highlights, including just amazing music from a new 11-person troupe. Wow. The sermon, enrolling everyone in the room in ministry, as in, What are you doing for the world these days? Ten or so friends at brunch. Good food. Great conversation. Settling in for the fall. And, then, in the afternoon, @Rev T J Fitzgerald was affirmed as the newest member of our ministerial staff. It was a joyous, loving event.

Things making me happy: The Great British Baking Show (or whatever the name is) has started its new season. First episode dropped yesterday, I think. It’s just silly sweetness. I unearthed my eufy (think Roomba) and turned her loose on the front room. I’m not sure why I gave her…

Things making me happy: Cooler days. Even 80 is a relief. And, in the morning, downright cold-feeling when I raise the windows in the house! A bobcat sitting on a corner when I ran an errand about 7 tonight. Gorgeous juvenile. Looked me straight in the eye, so I swung…