“We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we don't have, but rather of recognizing and appreciating what we do have.” Frederick Keonig.

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Large parts of this beautiful boardwalk were destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Hopefully it gets rebuilt.

Things to be grateful/happy about:

Pure Olive Oil soap.
Pre-lit Christmas trees.
Special ornaments.
Chicken Fajitas.
Seeing the movie Bridesmaids. It was funny, but a little long.
The stories that people shared about how they spent their Thanksgiving Holiday.
Thanksgiving leftovers.
Finding a book to read (Emily & Einstein).
Getting in two long walks this weekend.
Hearing my dog howl at the Fire Engines.


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