Gems

I read an article interviewing Jewel. She's never been a celebrity that I pay attention to, but I read this article because, honestly, I was at the gym and I was really bored on the bike.  Anyways, she talked about anxiety and living in a car when she was young.  She said that she ended up envisioning her anxiety as a light switch, and anytime she felt anxious she flipped the switch and allowed her anxiety to be excitement.  I've been noticing lately that at times, I confuse the two.  So instead of being anxious about the alternatives, be excited about the opportunities


Things that make me happy:
Theo. Lyrics by Fun.  Piano Man Song.  Van Morrison's Days Like This.  Opportunities.  Working out.  Meditation.  Talking to friends on the phone.  Calling Mom.  Sleep.  Meditation. Building things.  Creating things. New ideas. Knitting.  Helping people.  Making people laugh. Pen pals.  Sherlock. Sunshine.  Bike rides.  Meeting new people.  Puns.  Twinkle lights.  Sunrise.  Home. Hard Work.  Trife-Life.  Wine and cheese nights.  Movies.  Netflix binges.  Nails. Hot showers. Back rubs.  Being held before I sleep.  Closeness. When the music swells.  The warmth beneath the blankets.  Body heat. Scruffy face hugs.