So often, we get caught up in our day to day routines and forget to appreciate the little things in life. In my Little Things series, I like to honor the details that are making me happy today, and ask you to do the same!
The Little Things Making Me Happy Today Are..
1. It is cold and wet outside, but my kitchen is toasty warm because of all the canning and baking going on in there.
2. Our apartment smells like apple butter.

3. Going through Italy photos. More recaps are coming next week, I promise!
4. The new Michael Buble single. We kept hearing it EVERYWHERE in Italy.
5. This hot chocolate recipe. Can’t wait to make this!
6. I will be spending the weekend with the fabulous Heather!

What little things are making you happy today?
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I’m picturing your kitchen and can smell the warm, baked apple goodness! The little things that are making me happy today: I have awesome dinner leftovers to eat for lunch. We have fun dinner plans with some out of town guests and I’m going for a solo bike ride this afternoon – one of my favorite things to do!
I love Michael Buble but haven’t heard this song. Now it’s downloaded!
You and Heather look like young little girls… So cute
Ha, the best part of that was that the picture was taken only 2 months ago.
I am appreciating so many little things this week! The fact that I’m starting off the weekend with a spotless apartment, spending time with friends tomorrow night and baking my heart out this weekend!
Julie, I have never been to Italy and love seeing vacation pictures from those who have gone. I am still looking for a destination for my honeymoon next year and have considered Europe.
Thanks for sharing your pictures, I can’t wait to read the recaps.
I’ve enjoyed reading your blog for a few weeks now
~ Lea