Gratitude

Everyday we have so much to be grateful for, but these days especially, I feel that Chris and I are especially lucky.  For that, I am feeling a deep sense of gratitude!

We've had a few awesome developments in work and in our house hunting process the past few weeks. We've been so busy with the day to day and the events of the last weekend (Susie got married!) that we haven't had a chance to sit down, take it all in, and celebrate!

So I want to dedicate this post to being thankful for everything that has come our way, good and bad, but especially the good the past few weeks.  Thank you universe!

Time

Do you ever get that feeling that you're giving too much time away to things that you don't really care about ...or you feel like you aren't protecting your time enough from people who don't seem to appreciate it.

I feel that way these days.

I know people say time is money, but I think time is worth more than money.  As my sister says, you can always earn money, but you can't get back time.

The good thing is that for the most part, time allocation is something that I can control. Maybe this year, I'll practice the art of saying No.

Pick me ups

Things that bring me joy these days,  in no particular order. 

Being seaside and eating by candle light at Moonshadows, Malibu. Tip: make sure to ask for outdoor seating

Ten Don - tempura bowls! Why did it take me so long to find you? Also, it makes me happy that a whole cuisine acknowledges a bowl of fried things on rice as a delicious and acceptable meal.

Cards at Paper Source...okay, the whole store of Paper Source. hehe.  I look forward to meandering around Paper Source, it just brings a smile.

Getting messages from old friends---I miss you D.C. and Abt grad friends! 

Pie!!! from Sugar Pie, Honey Buns...cannot get over their pies and adorable name.

Random acts of kindness from a stranger and a huge not so random act of generosity from our amazing landlord, who is letting Chris and I stay in our apartment one more year (Thank you!).

Portobello Mushroom Fries...and people watching at Bouttega Louie.  (also being really good at hovering over people, and grabbing tables! oh the joy :)! and eating pretty desserts.

Best friend meet ups!  Dhaval and Chris ...almost turn into different people when they are together. It's so funny to watch and I'm so happy we got to meet up.

City views from a top, and eavesdropping on how people use outdoor space!