10 Things to Smile About

1. Fall traditions with my boys. Going to get our pumpkins and remembering all the years we’ve done this and realizing just how grown up they’ve all become.

2. An unexpected gift from a friend. Coming at just the right moment. (Thanks, Kir)

3. The way my boys open my car door for me.

4. Rain boot weather.

5. Crazy hair day. This one is more of a things to crack up about, rather than just smile, but spirit week at school is always fun.

6. Watching my boys try new things and listening to their excitement about them. Hip hop, gymnastics, a new found love of reading.

7. Friday afternoon girls’ lunch out. Celebrating another week’s work done, with a side of girl talk and a yummy drink or two.

8. Seeing my boy stick together. They might fight, but they’re there for each other when it counts.

9. Sitting around a firepit with family and friends. Relaxing and comforting.

10. Halloween! It makes me smile to see what my boys chose to dress up as. Their excitement about trick-or-treating as a family is something I know won’t last forever, so I’m soaking it up while I can.

What made you smile recently?