Try not to smile back
February 11, 2013 | Filed under: Stuff
I was having a crappy Monday. My hair is ridiculous and I don’t fit into my clothes the way I want to, and then I saw this pic. This little guy is adorable. Clearly he doesn’t care what his reflection in the watering hole says. He’s happy.
So I decided to find something about myself I was happy about. And I decided I smell delicious (thank you Victoria Secret Bombshell Lotion).
Now you. What’s something about yourself you’re happy about today?
Posted by Jill @ 4:30 am | Make a Comment
Steph C says:
Honestly that I had hot water when I went to take a shower. The boiler that serves our floor in the apt building is on its last legs and hot water was fitful most of the weekend.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 4:33 amRachel says:
I’m extremely happy because I got a big bag of books from my favourite book store. OK I had to pay for them, but IT’S NEW BOOKS, sorry for shouting, I get a bit excited about new books
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 4:34 amLiza says:
I get to have dinner and drinks with friends tonight…after I walk/jog 2 miles. Still drinks with friends at the end.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 4:55 amMrs. M says:
Our grandson was baptized yesterday and he and his 3 year old brother were very good in church. Hubby and I are retired and still getting along. Roads will be clear enough for us to travel to our home in the Poconos this week. Our children are happy and healthy. My kindle has at least 10 books I haven’t read I have 3 library books to read. It’s a good Monday morning. Hopefully your day will get better.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 5:40 amJuhi says:
i have awesome friends and i can sing so i am happy
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 6:29 amRochelle L says:
Thanks for the adorable picture. What a cutie. Happy for feeling good today!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 6:43 amMaryAnne says:
I like the color of my hair, and because I inherited my mom’s wonderful genes and I stayed out of the sun, I look younger than my actual age.
That little guy is way too happy for my usual grouchy Monday mornings…so, yes I’m smiling. And I think I’m going to try that Bombshell lotion too
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 6:49 amGwen R. says:
That I have finally moved into my new place and my dogs are happy.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:00 amTania says:
I’ve lost 30 pounds since last September! For the first time in my adult life, I bought a pair of jeans in a size 8. Even my wedding dress (23 years ago) was a 12! I’m pretty excited!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:02 amDeb Buxton says:
I only have 2 more hours of work, then I am going home to exercise and eat a healthy lunch.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:06 amAshley McLure says:
That my son is finally taking responsibility for his schoolwork.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:06 amteresa c. says:
I’m happy because I woke up today…I’m one of those people who are actually happy all most all the time
my kids call me June Cleaver..haha…have an awesome day..and by the way you look beautiful today 
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:08 amkp says:
That we are finally cleaned out from over 2 feet of snow! And I can GET OUT OF THE HOUSE!!!!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:08 amKaren Parnham says:
I am happy it’s Monday! Sounds demented, I know. But Mondays represent the beginning of a brand new week of possibilities. I also see my personal trainer and get a great workout on Mondays and that always makes me feel good
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:09 amBarbara says:
I was thinking, before I saw this adorable smile, that I should tackle Monday like a Friday and maybe my outlook today would be set on Fun rather than Grump? Now, I’m definitely going to try it. It can’t hurt and it’s a better outlook than complaining about being with about 75 teens throughout the day….
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:10 amLinda Scarchuk says:
I got to work in 1 piece, that is good. And with any luck my husband and I are going away this coming weekend. As long as the weather cooperaters. After the Blizzard this past weekend CT doesn’t need any more. Of course it is freezing rain right now…
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:10 amSharon says:
I’m happy that I just finished three more chapters on my new book. I love my characters and they are taking me places that I never dreamed of.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:16 amSilvia A says:
Not an happy day for me. My Kindle *collided* with my Toddler and the display froze… I know I’ve to buy a new one, because my first device died in the same way when Kid1 landed accidentally on it a couple of years ago :-S
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:17 amSarah says:
I have great hair, if I do say so myself. It’s long and dark and thick and it’s natural. It’s always really big the day I wash it but I don’t even care. I love it!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:24 amjan m says:
it’s a good day when I can get out if bed and take care of my kids. I am waiting to have back surgery in April, so I am grateful to be moving around.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:27 amMary Jeanne Hoover says:
I’m happy that I have a hubby and great friends who love me, encourage me and accept me just the way I am!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:28 amTracy Gilpin says:
I am happy I woke up! My theory is, it’s a good day if that happens. Yes, nothing fits the way I want it to and the hair is frizzy, but I woke up!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:30 amJeanine says:
My work week is only two days this week because I’m going on vacation Wednesday.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:35 amGMR says:
I’m happy to be alive. As a survivor, every day is a wonderful day – even the ones with pain, even when I see the scars. Cancer cannot have my happy soul!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:42 amLisa W McMullen says:
LOL – I’m with you – my hair is funky today and man if I get any heavier I am going to scream!! But I am so glad I am alive and enjoying the sunshine today. Chin up to the SON!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:46 amStella (Ex Libris) says:
That the sun finally decided to play peekabo and shine a bit. I want spring
And also my best friend from high school just called me and she always makes me smile 
ps. hate Mondays 
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:49 amadalgisa Lena Mancuso Robinson says:
I’m happy because I have my two granson
here with me after all the snow we had here in CT.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:50 amTammy C says:
Lets see…I’m smiling because I woke up today, I have the next 3 days off and a large pile of books to enjoy! Plus I smell fabulous thanks to Bath and Body Works Dark Kiss.
Happy Monday Jill and everyone else!!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 8:12 amJari says:
“When you’re having a bad day, think about the sloth: they have not done shit and they have not gone extinct. You can afford to take a nap.” – ZeFrank – True Facts about the Sloth on youtube.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 8:17 amTammy B says:
I love my kid. I love my dark brown eyes. My eye dr says he’s never seen eyeballs shaped like mine. Most days I even love my hair.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 8:36 amLisa Hutson says:
I am happy most of the time.
So far, I am happy to be to have some hot tea to drink.
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Susan R says:
I am home today for a snow day, in jammies, no makeup, but I’m having an awesome hair day! Too bad no one will see it. And I am blissfully happy because I HAVE THE HOUSE TO MYSELF!!! No teens until 2:30 – whooo hooooo!!!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 8:38 amMary W says:
I’m happy that despite it being Monday, and raining, I am still in a good mood and having fun at work.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 8:45 amSharon says:
That I made it out of the driveway with snow,ice, and now rain!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 8:57 amCrystal M says:
Hubby is out of town for work, so I can lounge around ALL DAY in my pajamas, not have to cook dinner, and read until I decide not to.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 9:11 amCarolyn Lukas says:
That I am awake early and don’t have to go out if I don’t feel like it.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 9:12 amNancy says:
I’m happy to have a husband who loves me , makes me feel safe and still finds me sexy after being together for 19 years.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 9:17 amJanette K. says:
I’m thrilled that I while on an early morning walk with my Lab “Porter” we weren’t attacked by the coyote he chased out of the woods. Love must be in the air because it sure seemed like they were playing while I was freaking out that either he or I would be lunch for the coyote pack. It was a heart-in-my-throat kind of encounter.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 9:20 amSue G. says:
I lost a pound! Always makes me happy!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 9:27 amJoyce Zahariades says:
I’m happy I made it through the weekend blizzard! My city (Milford, CT) has the distiction of having received the largest total of snowfall 38″. We are ill equipped for this so basically we are buried. Plow can’t get rid of such a hugh amount of snow so payloaders are required to dig out snow and trucks are hauling the white stuff to the beaches. This may be a normal occurance for you Jill, but for us it’s a bit of a nightmare!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 9:34 amKaron McCulloch says:
Alive
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 9:36 amKaren says:
I get to spend today with my two yr old grand baby! That always makes me smile!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 9:57 amKate M says:
I have amazing friends and family and a belly full of hot coffee and cinnamon rolls. What could be better?
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 9:59 amKreid says:
I just recently had surgery and I had some family come to visit me and help take care of me and my children. Today is my first weekday with out them and I am feeling very loved, very blessed, and healthier than I have been in a long time.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 10:05 amMichelle says:
LOVE this guy! They are just so darn cute! I am getting my son a new (well not new new) car today and he is over the moon. It always makes me happy to see my kid happy.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 10:08 amJackie Turner says:
I got on the scale today and I’ve gained a pound and a half. But! I’ve lost over 70 pounds in the last year. And I’m up because I went to Toronto this weekend and had a fun and amazing dinner with dear, precious girlfriends Saturday night. So I’m glad that I’m accomplishing my goals, but doing it with balance
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Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 10:33 amRebecca C says:
That it’s my day off and I can read all the rest of the day!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 10:37 amGina S. says:
I actually got my 3 boys out of the house on time this morning!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 10:45 amQuilt Lady says:
I am happy that I don’t have to have a hip replacement just yet. Its wearing out but its not quite there yet.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 11:42 amKelly W. says:
I’m happy because I have a good life! I’m also happy that it is overcast and rainy today. Those are great writing conditions for me!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 11:52 amCaroline Storer says:
Finally, after years of putting finger to keyboard, someone likes one of my short stories to PAY me for it! I’ve come 2nd in a Writers’ Forum short story competition here in the UK. Next….someone might like my books
Caroline x
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 12:15 pmBrandy says:
I have library books, my kids aren’t arguing, and I have Yoga class tonight with my favorite teacher!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 2:10 pmGlittergirl says:
Our son did awesome at Districts Saturday. He was within 3 one-hundredths of a second of his fastest 100 Butterfly time and came in 1st (9th) in the consolation round! He also came in 12th in the 500 freestyle that he’s never swam before Friday–truly incredible. His relay team came in 3rd too. I’m so proud of his senior season, can you tell?
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 2:17 pmMarcieR says:
Happy that you posted that pic.
And my gray hair is now covered. Thank you Garnier Nutrisse.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 2:43 pmSteffi K says:
food and the fact that I’m at home and not at school
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 2:44 pmmonica t. says:
I am happy to see this picture because its so damned CUTE!!!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 2:52 pmJudy F says:
I am home from work.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 3:07 pmCarol O. says:
I am happy I tomorrow off and a pile of books. And I don’t have to feel guilty for just sitting and reading because I am going to my son’s new house while he is at work so I can sit and wait for the fiber optics guy to come and install internet and tv. Just me, some books and a cup of hot tea!!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 3:33 pmBelinda says:
Went on a ‘date’ with my guy. Movies, dinner…drove home in a snow storm but had a great time. We go out quite a bit but we ‘called’ it a date this time LOL added a tad of spice to it…even held hands
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 3:50 pmWin Day says:
I’m happy because I finally committed to my writing and hired a writing coach to help me!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 4:35 pmrobin says:
i too love the way i smell. I am a philosophy
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 5:06 pmJessie Foster says:
oh he is so adorable! I want a pet sloth!
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 5:31 pmI’ll go with my mani – I did a good job last night!
Donna M says:
I’m happy because today I switched Internet & phone providers & I have service!!!
Cute picture you posted. Thanks.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 5:46 pmAlina D says:
Jill that picture is adorable! Today I am happy because my hubby started his new job and I got alot done around the house. It was a productive monday.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:12 pmKelly S. says:
I am very capable at my job which is starting to get overwhelming, but I will be able to handle it.
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:16 pmWendyGS says:
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Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 7:25 pmKathleen O says:
I spent the weekend with a good friend and we saw a bunch of our old co-workers when we helped one of them celebrate their Birthday… So it make me feel very happy today….
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 8:04 pmaj dean says:
i’m happy that my baby tank (cat) didn’t run away when i put the mixmaster on to make pancakes for tonights dinner.i’m also happy that there was no bills in the mail today, and that tank gave me a kiss
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 9:52 pmaj dean says:
i’m happy that my baby tank (cat) didn’t run away when i put the mixmaster on to make pancakes for tonights dinner.i’m also happy that there was no bills in the mail today,
Posted on February 11th, 2013 at 9:53 pmmarie says:
I didn’t smack my husband even though I really,really wanted to I guess thats a good thing…other then that I just did a re-read of lucky harbor 1-6 and that made me happy for a while
Posted on February 12th, 2013 at 2:38 amCarrie E. says:
I’m happy that we’re nearly making the deadline to get our house on the market. I didn’t think it was going to be possible. The sad thing is we have to take all of our stuff when we move. I’d like to get rid of most of it!!
Posted on February 12th, 2013 at 8:08 amAuntie J says:
I did the grocery shopping on Monday…in pajama pants! I bought myself cookies.
Posted on February 14th, 2013 at 5:10 pmCatherine says:
I am happy that I have written almost 10,000 words of a story I have had running through my head. I don’t know what will come of it but I’m proud of myself for actually writing it down.
Posted on February 18th, 2013 at 8:49 am