CPR

... because I got my CPR certification today. Who wants to start choking? ;p Actually it's a pre-req for a Mountain Orientated First Aid course I'm taking soon

Belay

... because yesterday I went outdoor rock-climbing (I usually go to an indoor bouldering gym) and got to belay someone for a first time.

I Love Tech-No-Lo-Gy

... because technology is great! I have my laptop hooked up to my tv right now so I'm working off a 50" monitor instead of a 17" one. So awesome.

Sleep

... because I actually got more then 8 hours of sleep last night for the first time in a long time. Very much needed, felt so good!

Hawaii Here I Come!

... because I just bought my tickets to Hawaii. So excited! Going there to see my brother and participate in the TinMan Triathlon.

Wedding (not mine)

... because a friend finally posted pictures from her 2007 wedding. It was a nice surprise to see these picts again; they came out well and brought back good memories of being in the wedding :)

Let There Be Light

... because the days are getting longer! Sun earlier, sun later, love it!

Sunrise

... because the sunrise was gorgeous this morning as it rose over the Cascade Mountain Range causing them to be silhouetted. Can't believe I was actually up early enough to see it ;)

Get Yer Butt Over Here

... because she has friends that bug her and pester her to come over, makes me feel loved. Awww.

Aloha Tickets

... because I started looking for my tickets to Hawaii to see my brother and hopefully participate in the tinman triathlon in July. Not as happy about the current prices, but hopefully I'll find a good deal.

Mountaineering Shoes

... because I went gear shopping again today and found the mountaineering shoes I was planning on buying at $100 off. Sweet, I love a deal! Plus on top of that my friend gave me a harness. Bonus!

Dog Park

... because I took my dog to the dog park and there were so many cute, fun-loving dogs to make me smile. How could you not be happy? (btw, this one is for yesterday)

Living Live Learning

... because I finally made my first entry on a blog that actually set up before this one: http://livinglifelearning.blogspot.com/

TGIF!

... because it's FRIDAY, woo-hoo! And because I got to ride my new motorcycle today, weee!

Guinness

... because it's okay to drink at work when the time is right. Having a Guinness as we speak :)

Playing the Field

... because I had an assist in my soccer game tonight, played well, and had fun. Winning the game didn't hurt either ;)

Lunch Buddy

... because when my lunch buddy came out of her classroom, she ran out, squeeled my name and gave me a hug :D

... because just prior to that when I was waiting outside the classroom, another girl came out, walked right up to me and goes "you're really beautiful". Ahh, children, can always count on them for a smile.

Ok, I'll also add that after I said "Thank you, that was so nice of you to say that" she replied "I say that to most girls". Hahaha, way to let the air out ;). But then she comes up to me later and hands me a little colorful stone and goes "Here, this is for you".

Late, not really

... because I was running late this morning (as per usual ;)), and had a meeting at 8:30, however when I got to the conference room there was only one other person there. Seems as though I wasn't the only one who doesn't like to get up early :). To give a little context... I don't have set hours so usually get to work at around 9:45.

Good Doggie

... because my dog is so well behaved. He won't bark or pull when another dog is passing by, though they may be barking at him.

Trekking Poles

... because my new trekking poles that I ordered online were waiting for me when I got home. Yay!

Inherently Happy

... because I only just started this blog and I'm already going through my day looking for reasons to smile and be happy.

Winter Wonderland

... because I woke up to 1/2 inch of gorgeous white stuff outside and wasn't expecting it. I love snow!

Blog Kickoff

(Warning: the following post is cliche ridden, but in a good way)

Though I always strive to be better in the future and learn from the past, I try to be content and happy in the here and now. Life is a gift. We can make of it what we choose. Sure, things may not go our way all the time, but along with actions, our outlook can impact the way things go or seem. Ya, I know it's cliche, but I truly believe that attitude is everything. If we're suffering through hard times, looking to the positive may be able to pull us through. If we're at a high point, having a good attitude just may help us stay there.

It's about the journey, not the destination. Here's some daily tidbits from my journey...

Note: If I happen not to post one day, know for sure that it's not because I didn't have a happy moment, it's likely because I was out enjoying it! :)