After getting in a minor car accident on my way home from work yesterday (don’t worry, everyone is fine, just some fixable car damage!) I’m reminded of how grateful I am for the people in my life, my beautiful home, and the things that give me peace and make me happy in this crazy, unpredictable world. Things happen {so, so} quickly – a reminder to be mindful, to live in the present, to be thankful for what I have, and to continuously send positivity into the universe.

Here are a few things making me happy these days:

[Baby Caramelo, who is always wide-eyed and big-eared]

[Our turntable – perfect for playing Dad’s old records and Miek’s new ones]

[His and Her rock and roll nutcrackers]

[A memory shadowbox]

[A vintage chicken tea set]

[Photos of loved ones]

And finally, this is hilarious!!

Yours, Al