10 things that make me happy - 5 & 6

So it gets harder to pinpoint the things that make you happy when the obvious ones have been stated, the thinking is longer and more reflective. And this is only with 5 and 6, cant imagine how its going to feel naming 9 and 10.

So here goes with the next two.

5. Going shopping on a weekend for some of our favourite foods and cooking this together. This could be after chosing a new recipe together from our favourite book or just picking some great things up from the supermarket that we intend to cook into something delectable. I enjoy hand picking the healthy ingredients and imaging how it will all come together. This is then followed by the anticipation of  the evening meal and then at some point, we actually start. This can include, music in the background, a glass of home brew, otherwise known as a cooking beer, to accompany the proces and sharing of tasks in the kitchen. The actual eating is also wonderful, but it is the whole process that makes me happy.

6. A view. This needs to be more specific I realise. But really I enjoy a good view. Inspired by this week, it can be a walk in the mountains, where the power and intensity of the surroundings provide peace, serenity and perspective. Yet I equally love the view of a river, a view of a busy shopping street, whilst I savour a warm drink and look on. But I have to confess, my favourite views are the ones where I can walk through and be part of it. Looking around at the colours, breathing in the smells and feeling the varying terrain under my feet, thats what I like. All whilst contemplating lifes little challenges. Yes happiness can be found in these moments.

More tomorrow.....

How is your list going?