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The "I'm Happy Today" Topic


Ellie84

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Ellie84 Apprentice

This idea is form a Dutch coeliac forum that I also visit. It's guaranteed to bring a smile to your face anytime.

Right, let me start off.

I'm happy today because it's Sinterklaas, a traditional Dutch holiday. When I arrived at work today Sinterklaas was at the factory gates, together with a lot of Pieten. Every worker got a present, it was a wind-up flashlight which can be used without batteries. Very handy for emergencies or camping trips. Thank you Sinterklaas! We also got a chocolate initial, which luckily was gluten-free.

This weekend I have baked kruidnoten, tiny spiced cookies which are traditional at Sinterklaas. My co-workers loved them and said they never expected a diet-food product to taste this good. It may be food intended for a medical diet, but it shouldn't have to taste that way ;) Tonight there are friends coming over for dinner. I've bought them each a small present and dressed those up like Sint and Piet.


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ravenwoodglass Mentor

Happy Sinterklaas!

I am happy that I woke up this morning and that I have a low stress day today. I am also happy that my Christmas shopping is done and will have fun wrapping and packing stuff off for shipping to my family in plenty of time to beat the rush.

love2travel Mentor

I am happy for many reasons - I am blessed with more than I need. My husband is supportive and I am cherished. My pantry is bursting full of enthralling ingredients and I get to spend today in the kitchen! :) Although it is very cold outside it is bright and sunny. I strongly dislike our winters BUT this winter it did not rain before the snow came so it is not too slippery to walk outside which I will do this afternoon. I am alive to live another day. :)

bartfull Rising Star

I'm happy because God has blessed me richly. I grew up in the best family a person could hope for, with wonderful, loving, supportive parents. I am living in the place I love best. I am doing what I love for a living. I am surrounded by true friends. The Christmas decorations look festive, the music is fun to play, and the coffee tastes good.

AND, the custom made guitar I ordered last year is finally done and I will probably have it in my hands by Friday!!!!! (Merry Christmas to me!)

Di2011 Enthusiast

bartfull,

If only we could hear you play!! You'll have to youtube it ! :)

bigbird16 Apprentice

Yes, bartfull, we want to hear you play! Hooray for low stress, full pantries, and good food! Ellie, are kruidnoten like German pfeffernusse? I've been thinking about baking those this year. I haven't made them for years, not since going gluten-free.

I'm happy today, because it's one day closer to Friday. My baby brother (32 and about a foot taller than me) arrives for a visit on Friday; I haven't seen him in almost three years. He'll get to relax with no stress. And I'll get to feed him good food. Can't wait to see him!

Ellie84 Apprentice

Ellie, are kruidnoten like German pfeffernusse? I've been thinking about baking those this year. I haven't made them for years, not since going gluten-free.

Pfeffern


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Cathey Apprentice

Happy today because my husband made me an awesome dinner tonight, he is on vacation this week but I have to work. He made Scallops Provencal, saute fresh baby spinach and fresh green salad with nuts and cranberries. He's my # 1 support and I'm so thankful for all his support. :rolleyes:

love2travel Mentor

Happy today because my husband made me an awesome dinner tonight, he is on vacation this week but I have to work. He made Scallops Provencal, saute fresh baby spinach and fresh green salad with nuts and cranberries. He's my # 1 support and I'm so thankful for all his support. :rolleyes:

Your dinner sounds lovely and your husband even more so! Mine is that way, too - he spoils me to bits! His support is unwavering and that is definitely something to be thankful for. :)

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Charese Newbie

Happy today because it snowed!!! I live in Utah and we have had a mild winter so far. It's nice to see some snow. Happy New Years everyone!!!

Booghead Contributor

Charese. I live in Utah too. We got snow and within an hour of sunlight every neighbor was shoveling their drive way. We left ours and it was melted by 2 pm. lol

Now it is almost melted off our lawn. I'm happy for a mild winter. But I suspect this winter will last until July. Fireworks in the snow. lol

xjrosie Apprentice

I'm happy just because I'm happy. I can't think of a single thing to be upset about. Why not?

alex11602 Collaborator

I'm happy today because I actually had enough energy the past 2 days to clean up the house (after a very long time of being too down to get stuff done)...I still have more to do, but it is a start! And I am happy that I have a sister who came over to help go through the kid's things.

Adalaide Mentor

I'm in Utah too. I loved the snow we got! After last spring's serious flooding a mild winter is sounding good.

This morning I'm practically walking on air. I'm making pies and cookies today and going shopping later in the afternoon. ($15 off a purchase of $15 or more is too good to pass up!)

Best of all though, Beauty and the Beast (3D) will be in theaters in two more days. :D I know I'm 34 but it is my very favorite movie. It's the perfect fairy tale of common girl becomes a princess with a female character who has always reminded me of me. I get so excited every time an ad for it comes on the tv that I bounce in my seat, I'm sure my husband can't wait for it to be over. :lol:

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Best of all though, Beauty and the Beast (3D) will be in theaters in two more days. :D I know I'm 34 but it is my very favorite movie. It's the perfect fairy tale of common girl becomes a princess with a female character who has always reminded me of me. I get so excited every time an ad for it comes on the tv that I bounce in my seat, I'm sure my husband can't wait for it to be over. :lol:

I can't wait to see it either! I think I have seen that movie at least 50 times.

Adalaide Mentor

I can't wait to see it either! I think I have seen that movie at least 50 times.

Did you get to go to the sing-a-long in October (or maybe it was September) in 2010? I was just as excited then but couldn't manage to drag my husband along, which really didn't bother me at $17 a ticket. I finally bought the dvd last year and watch it at least once a month.

Also... omg omg omg omg one more day. I already am like a kid Christmas Eve night and can't sleep because I'm so excited.

alex11602 Collaborator

Did you get to go to the sing-a-long in October (or maybe it was September) in 2010? I was just as excited then but couldn't manage to drag my husband along, which really didn't bother me at $17 a ticket. I finally bought the dvd last year and watch it at least once a month.

Also... omg omg omg omg one more day. I already am like a kid Christmas Eve night and can't sleep because I'm so excited.

No I didn't, wanted to though and I really hope I will get out to see the 3D one (saved up Christmas money, but I have to pay for daughters ballet recital costume).

We have the movie on VHS and my girls and I watch it probably once a week since it's my youngest girls favorite princess movie (she loves Chip :) ). I really need to get it on DVD soon.

love2travel Mentor

I am rejoicing today because I have had FOUR consecutive days where my chronic pain has been about a 4/10 which has not happened for a couple of years. Four whole days! Sure, I still hurt a lot but I can do more for longer! I was able to sit for half an hour yesterday. YAY! My doctor started me on a muscle relaxant and analgesic combo that is actually working. My hope that it continues to help and that I can get off the meds soon. I have been on both meds at different times but not together.

Drawback? Stupid weight gain of 7 lb in 7 days. One of the meds top side effect is weight gain. :angry: My dietitian assures me it should level off in a month or so and to be patient. But I just bought some fabulous jeans that no longer do up. :(

My hope is that if I continue to feel better that I will be able to do more physical exercise and that this weight will disappear (plus about 20 other stubborn pounds I need to rid myself of). I also hope that I will not continue to gain any more weight which places additional stress on my spine, core, etc. We will see!

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That's wonderful L2T, I am happy for you.

I am also happy today because I had a 3 hour nap which I really needed.

Bubba's Mom Enthusiast

I am rejoicing today because I have had FOUR consecutive days where my chronic pain has been about a 4/10 which has not happened for a couple of years. Four whole days! Sure, I still hurt a lot but I can do more for longer! I was able to sit for half an hour yesterday. YAY! My doctor started me on a muscle relaxant and analgesic combo that is actually working. My hope that it continues to help and that I can get off the meds soon. I have been on both meds at different times but not together.

Drawback? Stupid weight gain of 7 lb in 7 days. One of the meds top side effect is weight gain. :angry: My dietitian assures me it should level off in a month or so and to be patient. But I just bought some fabulous jeans that no longer do up. :(

My hope is that if I continue to feel better that I will be able to do more physical exercise and that this weight will disappear (plus about 20 other stubborn pounds I need to rid myself of). I also hope that I will not continue to gain any more weight which places additional stress on my spine, core, etc. We will see!

I'm SO happy you're getting some relief! I hope the trend continues. :D Bummer about the side effect though.

I remember a time when I had put on a few pounds and had to lay back on the bed to fasten my favorite jeans...ah, the good old days. ;)

pondy Contributor

I'm happy today because there is a snowstorm coming - I'm off from work so the plan is to curl up by the fireplace & enjoy the fact that I don't have to go out driving in it. Maybe I'll attempt a snowman... I love a lazy, have to do absolutely nothing day like today!!!

IrishHeart Veteran

I'm happy today because there is a snowstorm coming - I'm off from work so the plan is to curl up by the fireplace & enjoy the fact that I don't have to go out driving in it. Maybe I'll attempt a snowman... I love a lazy, have to do absolutely nothing day like today!!!

Well, kiddo, are you snowbound and warm and cozy?? :) How are you feeling, BTW!?? Better?!

It's snowing here today (NY) and I am HAPPY because I figured out what was bothering me the past 2 months and messing with my healing curve :( ....bean flours!! yup, beans... as in all legumes. I knew soy was a culprit, but never thought ALL of them could do it....Who'da thunk it?? :rolleyes:

Out they go! Detective work pays off. B)

love2travel Mentor

I am happy as I get to spend two weeks with my family whom I have not seen for many months as they all live several hours away. Of course cross contamination is a concern so I will be doing all the cooking at all four homes I will be staying at. For that I am thankful because if I cannot cook for more than about two days I get antsy. I am going to be introducing my family to more interesting ingredients I will be taking along! :P

The sun is shining brightly and it is calm outside which is rare as we live on the prairies. It is still cold but no longer -35F so I am going to bundle up and go for a walk in the park. :)

We have two Europe trips booked for 2012 and it is so wonderful to have things to be excited about and look forward to. :D

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