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Post by MichyM on Oct 8, 2020 16:30:11 GMT
Ok girls. I don't know about you, but I need some HAPPY. The link to the Panda Cam is a HAPPY for me and I've checked it out a couple of times a day since kjquilts (thank you) posted it in a thread a couple of days ago. Anyhow, here's a HAPPY that I enjoyed this morning and hope will be released on Spotify. A version of "Where is the Love" sung by Leslie Odom Jr and Cynthia Erivo and recorded for "Great Performances" on PBS. The show, which is a tribute to Grammy Winning Legends will be broadcast beginning October 12. It's on PBS here in the PNW on Friday the 16th at 9pm. It brings me right back to my middle school days when the original (sung by Roberta Flask and Donny Hathaway) was so popular. I can remember sitting in my Home Ec class, working on a large Holly Hobbie embroidery on the back of a denim workshirt while the teacher had the original playing softly in the background. I don't know about you, but music brings back the strongest memories for me. More than photos, smells, or really anything else. WHERE IS THE LOVESo, do you have a HAPPY to share today that we can all enjoy?
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Post by snoopy on Oct 8, 2020 17:18:39 GMT
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Post by malibou on Oct 8, 2020 17:19:11 GMT
I'm happy! Dh cleared a bunch of his crap from the garage and it makes me so happy that we can all get in the car while it's in the garage rather than standing in the driveway while the driver pulls out.
Sometimes it really is the little things!
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Post by malibou on Oct 8, 2020 17:23:05 GMT
snoopy thank you. What a perfect happy video for Happy Day!
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Post by pinklady on Oct 8, 2020 17:27:15 GMT
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Post by inkedup on Oct 8, 2020 17:40:47 GMT
Last year, a friend invited me to join a native gardening group on FB. She knew that I was in the process of building a pollinator friendly garden. We have noticed a lot more creatures (bees, butterflies, dragonflies, birds, squirrels, lizards, snakes...) around our property since I began this project. This makes me very happy.
Last week, I was watering and noticed that my milkweed, which had been full and blooming, was decimated. Upon closer inspection, though, I was super excited to see tons of monarch caterpillars on my plants!
We brought a few of them in and our 7 year old is observing their changes in his science journal. (Homeschool win!) We brought 7 caterpillars in and have 6 chrysalis with the youngest caterpillar happily eating and getting bigger.
Monarch butterflies hold special significance in the Mexican culture and particularly with the Day of the Dead. We have had tons of butterflies swirling around here lately and I am hoping that some will find their way to my altar when I put it up.
It's nerdy af, but these little creatures make us all happy. My 2 year old runs to the butterfly enclosure every day, "mommy, see caaaperpillar!"
Yesterday was the 3rd anniversary of my mom's death. I found myself staring at these little pods of life and it really was a good reminder that life is beautiful and life goes on.
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Post by Delta Dawn on Oct 8, 2020 17:41:33 GMT
We are redoing my kitchen. I am quite excited about this project. My father decided he loves the quartz in my bathroom and I picked it out at the time. It adds a lot of interest. I have the cabinet colour and love it more every time I see it. The flooring I have something I love but it might be too dark. My dad says I have a great eye for colour. I picked out the backsplash and seriously love it! I am excited about the fireplace, too. Itās going to get quartz on it too.
Thanksgiving is this weekend and the kids are coming home. We are also celebrating DSā birthday so I got him a box of Take 5 chocolate bars and I am waiting to hear what he wants for his big present. Yay!!!! He is turning 25 which is unbelievable!
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Post by DEX on Oct 8, 2020 17:58:07 GMT
I got a video this morning and I wish I knew how to imbed it here. It just brought a smile to my face. Can anyone help me so I can share it?
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Post by mom on Oct 8, 2020 17:59:41 GMT
This will seem like a sad thing, but I am just so happy now that its all over.
My brother had two heart attacks this am and they've just completed his balloon angioplasty. He is now stable and talking. I am so happy and thankful!
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Post by inkedup on Oct 8, 2020 18:15:10 GMT
This will seem like a sad thing, but I am just so happy now that its all over. My brother had two heart attacks this am and they've just completed his balloon angioplasty. He is now stable and talking. I am so happy and thankful! You have the happiest news of all! What a scary morning for your family, though. I wish your brother full and speedy healing.
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Post by MichyM on Oct 8, 2020 18:19:03 GMT
Awww, I love this so much. Thanks for sharing!
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Post by malibou on Oct 8, 2020 18:26:34 GMT
mom keeping your brother in my safest thoughts as he makes his way back home safe and sound.
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Post by MichyM on Oct 8, 2020 18:28:03 GMT
This will seem like a sad thing, but I am just so happy now that its all over. My brother had two heart attacks this am and they've just completed his balloon angioplasty. He is now stable and talking. I am so happy and thankful! Holy cow, that's a HUGE happy. I hope his recovery goes beautifully.
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Post by papercrafteradvocate on Oct 8, 2020 18:31:39 GMT
No TV today, I raked leaves all afternoon in the sunshine and have 2 pots of soup on. ETA: I forgot to add the song... Bill WithersāLovely Day youtu.be/7s6VbOEnsgk
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Post by elaine on Oct 8, 2020 18:37:36 GMT
Dancing in the Moonlight - Toploaderā s version:
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Post by peano on Oct 8, 2020 18:53:39 GMT
My calendula were sort of overtaken by my dwarf sunflowers this summer. I ripped out the sunflowers after harvesting the seed heads, and when I went to check the garden today, the calendula had bounced back and all had buds on them.
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Post by RedSquirrelUK on Oct 8, 2020 19:22:02 GMT
Thank you! That was beyond adorable. DH and I both have happy tears in our eyes.
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Post by MichyM on Oct 8, 2020 21:33:46 GMT
Dancing in the Moonlight - Toploaderā s version: Thank you for that Elaine. Iāve never heard of Toploader, and of course the song sent me down memory lane. Did you know the original was sung by a band named King Harvest? I didn't, and they must have been another of the āone hit wondersā of the 70ās. Has anyone heard of them? Anyhow, Iāve added both versions to my Spotify
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Post by flanz on Oct 8, 2020 21:43:15 GMT
Thanks, Michy! GREAT idea! I became aware of this song a few weeks ago, but this is a new-to-me video as of this morning. It's become a global dance craze during the pandemic and I have some other fun videos to share, including one with some BEAUTIFUL barechested (Jamaican?) men. Let me know if you want me to post that too. www.facebook.com/newafricanwoman/videos/10158499976482092
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Post by refugeepea on Oct 8, 2020 21:49:45 GMT
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Post by pixiechick on Oct 8, 2020 21:52:58 GMT
mom I'm glad your brother is stable. I know that must be a happy relief.
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Post by pixiechick on Oct 8, 2020 21:55:57 GMT
The music is all great, it just makes you feel so good. It can just change your whole mindset. This thread is a great idea, thanks for starting it. I love that song Dancing in the Moonlight, it takes me right back.
ETA: the dancing kids are great! They look like they're enjoying themselves so much.
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Post by flanz on Oct 8, 2020 22:03:51 GMT
The music is all great, it just makes you feel so good. It can just change your whole mindset. This thread is a great idea, thanks for starting it. I love that song Dancing in the Moonlight, it takes me right back. ETA: the dancing kids are great! They look like they're enjoying themselves so much. Ok, ok, I'll share the other Jerusalema dance videos I'm loving. I've shared these with soooo many of my friends and family members. Hope you enjoy them too! First video I saw, and it made me so happy. Youth in Kampala, Uganda: www.facebook.com/sania.nakayiza/videos/3202947739823983It has become a global dance craze during the pandemic. š I love the kids dancing at the 2 minute mark, and the beautiful men at the 3 minute mark. www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bY_tbWzlMYThe dance steps, broken down. I might be able to learn this! www.youtube.com/watch?v=6efHtpJK-NsI fell in love with the song as well as being smitten by the dancers, and am so happy I was able to discover that the song is Jerusalema by a South African techno artist, Master KG, featuring vocals by beautiful Nomcebo Zikode. Live performance: www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOy6m5fGhtkOfficial video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXNWHF2SFyM
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Post by elaine on Oct 8, 2020 22:45:54 GMT
Dancing in the Moonlight - Toploaderā s version: Thank you for that Elaine. Iāve never heard of Toploader, and of course the song sent me down memory lane. Did you know the original was sung by a band named King Harvest? I didn't, and they must have been another of the āone hit wondersā of the 70ās. Has anyone heard of them? Anyhow, Iāve added both versions to my Spotify I didnāt know either band, but knew the song from the 70s - the King Harvest version. Then this version showed up in the Apple Music āFeeling Goodā playlist that I like to play. And I fell in love with the song all over again. This thread was the perfect place to share it! Thanks for opportunity. ā¤ļø
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Post by mikklynn on Oct 9, 2020 0:00:29 GMT
I got a video this morning and I wish I knew how to imbed it here. It just brought a smile to my face. Can anyone help me so I can share it? You should be able to copy the url and paste into your response.
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Post by mikklynn on Oct 9, 2020 0:03:10 GMT
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Post by elaine on Oct 9, 2020 0:08:56 GMT
How beautiful! He is amazing. That looks like The Grand Floridian.
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Post by mikklynn on Oct 9, 2020 0:27:26 GMT
How beautiful! He is amazing. That looks like The Grand Floridian. Yes, I believe it was. Other happy for me: We are having a glorious fall here in Minnesota. I was able to get my hair cut, as well as DH's, outside at my friend's house.
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Post by ~summer~ on Oct 9, 2020 0:36:54 GMT
After a rough and depressing start, my college freshman seems to be adapting to remote learning and fingers crossed will even do well.
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Post by huskermom98 on Oct 9, 2020 0:47:52 GMT
My new laptop arrived on Monday, on my birthday! I've even been able to figure things out and get stuff set up on my own (I'm not computer illiterate, but not very savvy either...). It's so nice not having to share the family laptop anymore, especially since that one is 15" and mine is 17".
My other happy is that my boys are both getting settled into school quite well. DS12 is still slow when doing schoolwork, but is able to do more and more on his own (I just need to remind him to stay on task periodically). DS15's district finally figured out a Return to Learn plan that meets the state's guidelines, so now we know his plan/routine at least through mid-January (not sure how the 2nd semester will work). He'll be home doing online learning until then, but at least he now has a better set up for doing his classes because we bought a 24" monitor--it's great for both boys to hook up their Chromebooks too. It's been a long first 4-6 weeks of school, but we're finally in a good place!
My other happy is that I found a box of canning lids the other day!!! Now we will be able to can the rest of the beets in the garden!
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