It's the little things.

Lately I've realized how much we take life for granted and how precious every day and ever moment. I've realized that sometimes it's the simplest things that can make your day or be something you truly enjoy. I've decided to compose my own list of the little, simple things that I appreciate and make me smile.

1. Sitting on a blanket with the sun shining down on you.
2. Talking with old friends.
3. Meeting new people.
4. The ice cream cones with chocolate in the bottom.
5. A breezy day.
6. Iced coffee.
7. Driving with the windows down and blasting your music.
8. Iced tea on a hot summer day.
9. Laying down in your bed after a long day.
10. Curling up in a mass of blankets on a cold winter day.
11. Lattes in winter.
12. Feeling loved.
13. Laughing til your stomach hurts.
14. The beauty of nature.
15. Cute animals.
16. Walks in the city.
17. Movies with happy endings.
18. Listening to your favorite song.
19. Sitting and listening to the ocean.
20. Reading a book that you can't put down.

It's always good to remember that these feelings often are more comforting and enjoyable to us than we think, and even when we're down they can lift us up.