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FIVE THINGS THAT HAVE MADE ME SMILE THIS MONTH

Filed Under: LIFE, LIFESTYLE // March 29, 2021

Life has thrown all of us some real curve balls in the last 12 months and for many it’s been a really dark and difficult time, myself included. There’s been some real low points, really tough days and obstacles to overcome. It can be hard to remember we have so much to smile about. 

But what this last year has also taught me is to appreciate the little wins, find gratitude in the ordinary we usually take for granted. It’s important to take a little time to reflect on these things, that could be the little light that keeps shining at the end of the tunnel.

 

Here’s 5 things that have made me smile this month:

 

  • Freddie’s little quirks, he’s so expressive with his face and it just makes me laugh all the time. It feels so good to laugh.

 

  • My dog, he’s always there, right by my side, especially on the bad days, his unconditional love reminds me that while he’s a part of our life, we’re his whole life.

 

  • Becoming a part of the TMC admin team! I’ve met so many wonderful people through this community and I’m so pleased to be asked to be at the beating heart of it all.

 

  • The signs of spring, the blossom on the trees, the flowers, the extra hours of daylight and not having to de-ice the car!

 

  • We applied for nursery and got a place! A scary but exciting step that is going to be so important for his development.

made me smile

What’s made you smile this month? Tell us below!

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  1. Caroline

    March 31, 2021 at 9:51 am

    Love this! It’s super important to reflect on the positives of the month. My friend visited so I got to go on a walk with her and her dog 🙂 x

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  2. Alice Myles

    March 31, 2021 at 9:58 am

    It’s so nice that we can still find reasons to smile during these times. I’m definitely smiling because of Spring too!

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  3. Rosie Ireland

    March 31, 2021 at 11:33 am

    oh this put a big smile on my face! With everything going on, it’s so hard to remember the good things, even if they seem small!
    Well done on getting your little one their nursery place!

    Rosie

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  4. GWT

    March 31, 2021 at 11:43 am

    Firstly congrats on your son’s place at the nursery. I can tell you it will be lots more smiles from him from here on. His big smiles when you collect him at the end of the day. The stories he’ll start sharing. The new tricks he’ll be learning.

    And definitely the sun in all its glory and the cherry cherry blossoms coming into bloom. Smile worthy indeed

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  5. Headphonesthoughts

    March 31, 2021 at 12:45 pm

    I love this. It’s always good to stop and think and see all the wonderful things around us. There are so many moments I stop and just am thankful for the Life I have.

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  6. Cristina Rosano

    March 31, 2021 at 1:16 pm

    I love this kind of posts! Freddie looks so cute in the picture and I can relate to dogs being always there in the bad and good days, I have the same but with my cat, he’s a constant in my everyday! Congratulations on being part of the team!! Thank you for sharing x

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  7. Amie

    March 31, 2021 at 5:23 pm

    Oooh so amazing positive things here! I’ve also been loving the blossom on the trees and the sun has been shining and it is a little warmer!

    Love, Amie ❤
    The Curvaceous Vegan

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