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Carmen54 Tue 23-Jan-24 10:47:51

Hi all

I am trying to use positivity to get me through some tough times

Thought it would be a good idea to post one good thing that happened to me

Does not have to be every day

But if something good happens to you ..please post here for those of us that need hope and uplifting

Please make them not too long if possible just so that we are able to quickly jump on here and read something good positive and hopeful

Thank you

Gwyllt Tue 23-Jan-24 16:43:18

It’s stopped raining so dog snd I didn’t get wet

Romola Tue 23-Jan-24 16:47:47

I changed my bedclothes and look forward to getting into a bed with clean sheets.

Cath9 Tue 23-Jan-24 17:26:31

This measles outbreak is saddening especially as I had the condition aged four before there was any protection against childhood illnesses.

Kim19 Tue 23-Jan-24 17:39:24

Went into theatre tickets desk to ask if there was a waiting list for Barbara Dickson show as I knew from numerous online visits that it had been sold out for ages. The young lady had just dealt with a returned ticket on the telephone and she quickly retrieved it for me. I'm so keen that I would have settled for a seat ANYWHERE. Guess what? Second front row in the stalls. Serendipitous moment indeed. I'm still on a high.

Serendipity22 Tue 23-Jan-24 20:12:32

Spent an afternoon with a friend, positivity abound....

hollysteers Tue 23-Jan-24 22:59:53

Cath9

This measles outbreak is saddening especially as I had the condition aged four before there was any protection against childhood illnesses.

What’s positive about that?

Taylor2016 Tue 23-Jan-24 23:13:45

I am invited to a wedding in the Caribbean in February. Flights booked back in November.
I have been very poorly for six weeks. Yesterday I was given the all clear to go on holiday next Wednesday. I am overjoyed.

65KL Tue 23-Jan-24 23:24:47

My cat who had been missing for last 5 days turned up .( Didn't tell me what he'd been up too )

NotSpaghetti Wed 24-Jan-24 00:03:36

Managed to bleed all the radiators (eventually) and let in extra water to the boiler and tested smoke alarms and the carbon monoxide one.
Hooray!
Dull but successful.

CocoPops Wed 24-Jan-24 00:39:09

I spotted a bucket of beautiful blue iris outside a florist today. They were my mother's favourite flower. I bought a bunch because they remind me of her and her love of flower arranging.flowers

Marydoll Wed 24-Jan-24 08:27:34

NotSpaghetti

Managed to bleed all the radiators (eventually) and let in extra water to the boiler and tested smoke alarms and the carbon monoxide one.
Hooray!
Dull but successful.

I was about to suggest topping up the boiler, then saw you had done! Clever lady! 😉

henetha Wed 24-Jan-24 10:42:18

I'm having my hip x-rayed today. Amazingly quick appointment as I only went to the doctor about it a couple of weeks ago. So I'm thankful to the NHS.

Marthjolly1 Wed 24-Jan-24 11:24:36

Clearing rubbish from the garden after the storm I noticed a whole bunch of daffys coming through underneath a shrub. That really cheered me up

Louella12 Wed 24-Jan-24 11:28:41

I'm thrilled because Eurosport is showing the Australian Open. Just watching Alcaraz now . Happy days 😀

granfromafar Wed 24-Jan-24 11:32:16

Bought some beautiful multicoloured tulips for a recently bereaved friend. I know they are imported but it's a sign that spring is on it's way. 🌷

Spuddy Wed 24-Jan-24 11:32:46

What a brilliant idea, Carmen54!

Hubby made me laugh last night in bed while hugging our cat. He called me a squashed tomato after I nicked his hot water bottle for my own selfish gains!

His humour never ever fails to have me creased up laughing!

keepcalmandcavachon Wed 24-Jan-24 14:12:21

The sun peeped out this morning and made everyone smile!

Gwyllt Wed 24-Jan-24 17:11:01

After the storm there were scallops washed up on the beach
Collected some for supper

Germanshepherdsmum Wed 24-Jan-24 17:30:17

More snowdrops appeared today, as if by magic, and the wind has dropped.

HowVeryDareYou2 Wed 24-Jan-24 17:50:26

65KL That IS nice news. One of ours once did that, so I know how worried you must have been

HowVeryDareYou2 Wed 24-Jan-24 17:52:20

Met my niece and her mum, for a catch-up. smile

Siope Wed 24-Jan-24 21:01:13

Walked further without pain than I have been able to for a long time, including up and down one short steep hill.

Carmen54 Thu 25-Jan-24 18:33:40

Such happy jolly things so lovely..please keep em coming 👏 👏 👏 👏

Carmen54 Thu 25-Jan-24 18:34:49

Today at work sat next to a new colleague She was such a lovely lady and made my day so much better

grannyactivist Thu 25-Jan-24 19:37:09

Yesterday I did a painting for a friend and when I went to check on it today I was really pleased with how it’s turned out. It’s an acrylic pour in a range of pinks and purples with a tiny bit of red, white and gold - and finished off with pink glitter - all my friend’s favourites in fact.

And I’ve just photographed it to show you, slipped - and caught the still wet paint with my finger. It’s ruined. 😭😭