Thursday 13

Things to Be Happy About (August Edition)

1. The smell of fresh-cut grass drifting through an open window on a warm evening.

2. A well-worn book that still surprises you on the third or fourth read.

3. The moment your collage clicks into place, and the colors, textures, and mood all align.

4. A stranger’s unexpected kindness, like holding the door or complimenting your earrings.

5. The first sip of something hot when the house is quiet and the day hasn’t made any demands yet.

6. A memory that makes you laugh out loud, even if no one else would get the joke.

7. The sound of cicadas at dusk, reminding you summer’s still holding on.

8. A blog comment that says “I needed this today.” It's proof your words landed somewhere soft.

9. The feeling of solving a tech glitch without throwing anything. Victory!

10. A fictional character who feels like a friend, especially when the real world feels too loud.

11. The way Botetourt County looks in late summer, golden and green and just a little sleepy.

12. A song that makes you dance in your chair, even if it’s just a shoulder shimmy.

13. Knowing you’re building something meaningful, even if it’s still a secret.

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