What makes you happy?

leeCal

There are always things to make us sad or unhappy but this thread is to talk about things which make us happy or cheerful.

Something that makes me happy is seeing little shoots pop up when I plant seeds, and there are lots of other things too, but what makes you happy?
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vikingqueen

  It has to be my grandchildren, all 5 of the little devils..  and chocolate 

leeCal

@vikingqueen I miss my youngsters, all grown up now but still no grandchildren!
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vikingqueen

 @leeCal      i thought my 2 would never have children of their own then all of a sudden 4 grandchildren in 4 years   and 18 months ago a surprise 5th appeared so you never know your family might just surprise you one day 

janer1967

Hi @leeCal

I would have to say my son brings me more joy than anything and makes me happy (most of the time lol) b ut I guess most people will say their children.

I also like baking cakes and people eating them

leeCal

Hi @janer1967 I must admit I do like fruitcake a bit too much! ?

janer1967

@leeCal Not one of my specialities as I dont like dried fruit, maybe I should make them though as it would stop me eating them. IMy favourites to make are 

Choc fudge, coffee and walnut, lemon drizzle and strawberries and cream.

I made banoffi pie at the weekend

leeCal

@janer1967 I’m just off to the bakers! ?

janer1967

   lol 

vikingqueen

 Ooo cake... i like cake as well 

janer1967

@vikingqueen Do you like eating cake or baking cake and what is your favourite

vikingqueen

  @janer1967 I like eating and baking   i tend to only bake when my granddaughter comes to visit, she is only 7 but a dab hand with a whisk... Lemon drizzle goes down well or just a victoria sponge 

66Mustang

This is a nice thread

I really enjoy going for a drive through the countryside on the B roads. I am a driving enthusiast so I enjoy the act of driving but even putting that to one side I like the sights, sounds and smells of the countryside and really enjoy being there so even if I get stuck behind a lorry or caravan it doesn't really matter as I can still appreciate being outside. I have done track driving where you focus on nothing else but driving, but really nothing compares with a relaxed drive through some country lanes.

I also like a drink of something nice like a craft beer, cocktail or glass of wine.

Sadly my two things don't mix.

leeCal

This afternoon I had a nice chat with an old friend, haven’t seen him since March! We talked of old times and nothing much but just enjoyed the company, something else which makes me happy ?. Also with a nice cup of tea! Sadly no cake ? 

leeCal

@66Mustang the first time I ever explored lanes seriously was when I had a Vespa scooter. Many years ago and a lot less traffic on the road in those days. I still amaze people sometimes by knowing various shortcuts and scenic routes. Great fun, except for the greenfly I seem to remember which were a very real and present danger...to your hairstyle! ( before helmets)

kaiasparrow

My boyfriend. He is so understanding of my mental health and autism and he's so caring

leeCal

Hi @kaiasparrow it’s great you have someone in your life that really understands you ?

Chloe_Alumni

Things that make me happy:

• A good cup of coffee
• Laughing with friends and family
• Seeing a film at the cinema
• The seaside
• Reading a good book

gillian72

What makes me happy is my hand getting cramps holding telephone and listening to did u know r busy times are Monday's and week days between 4pm and 5pm grrrr ⏰ ? Omg @janer1967 and @vikingqueen lemon drizzle cake is my favourite ? I'm hungry now ? Ha! Ha!

debbiedee513

Photography, walking & driving keeps me happy, the 1st 2 are free the driving is only when I can afford the extra petrol 

Grinchy

I don't drive but my wife does, we like to go on scenic drives, i like to watch movies at the cinema and at home, i love my kids, all grown now youngest is of to uni in sep, we have one grandchild so far, hoping for more, i love spending time with my wife,