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  • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

    When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
    I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
    Simple pleasures are where it's at.
    The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
    I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
    In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
    Good night Mastodon friends.

    mrintergalactickeyboard@sfba.socialM This user is from outside of this forum
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    @NorcalGma2 this is beautiful, thank you!

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    • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

      When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
      I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
      Simple pleasures are where it's at.
      The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
      I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
      In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
      Good night Mastodon friends.

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      #7

      @NorcalGma2

      Thank you for putting that into words and for sharing those words here. There _are_ a lot of small, good moments, and it's beneficial to acknowledge them.

      Mastodon reminds me that, contrary to what one sees in so many public figures, there are many lovely people in this world, and we can all be made a little happier getting to know them.

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      • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

        When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
        I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
        Simple pleasures are where it's at.
        The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
        I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
        In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
        Good night Mastodon friends.

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        @NorcalGma2 Just woke up to this and what a lovely sentiment to start my day! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and reminding me of my own small pleasures.

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        • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

          When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
          I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
          Simple pleasures are where it's at.
          The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
          I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
          In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
          Good night Mastodon friends.

          thedailyburble@mastodon.socialT This user is from outside of this forum
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          @NorcalGma2
          Yes!!! and ❤️

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          • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

            When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
            I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
            Simple pleasures are where it's at.
            The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
            I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
            In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
            Good night Mastodon friends.

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            @NorcalGma2
            Wow, you really hit the nail on the head. Thanks, and good night.

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            • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

              When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
              I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
              Simple pleasures are where it's at.
              The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
              I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
              In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
              Good night Mastodon friends.

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              @NorcalGma2 💜 sometimes I feel lucky that I became disabled as young as I did, for exactly this reason. There were many, many things I stopped taking for granted much younger than most. I learned to slow down, to listen to my body, to pay attention to whether my friends were actually genuine - would this person actually be there if I needed them? In a way, things become brighter because you notice them more. I appreciate every day now and have been since I was 22. I'm nearing 40. 💪 still here.

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              • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

                When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
                I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
                Simple pleasures are where it's at.
                The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
                I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
                In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
                Good night Mastodon friends.

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                @NorcalGma2 You are a wise women. I'm trying to live like that, but not always managing.

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                • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

                  When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
                  I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
                  Simple pleasures are where it's at.
                  The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
                  I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
                  In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
                  Good night Mastodon friends.

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                  @NorcalGma2

                  Sweet dreams... Hugz

                  Hugz & xXx

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                  • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

                    When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
                    I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
                    Simple pleasures are where it's at.
                    The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
                    I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
                    In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
                    Good night Mastodon friends.

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                    @NorcalGma2 Thank you so much for sharing these glimpses into your life and thoughts. It gives me joy to see images of Summer and her pal and to witness deeply-felt moments of warmth and love, no matter how many difficulties surround them. I wish you all the best.🙏🏽

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                    • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

                      When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
                      I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
                      Simple pleasures are where it's at.
                      The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
                      I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
                      In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
                      Good night Mastodon friends.

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                      @NorcalGma2 This is true wealth, and it is available to us all.
                      Thank you for reminding us!

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                      • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

                        When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
                        I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
                        Simple pleasures are where it's at.
                        The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
                        I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
                        In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
                        Good night Mastodon friends.

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                        @NorcalGma2 beautifully expressed. It's so lovely to hear you appreciate the beauty of life despite all your challenges. We can all take a lesson here.

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                        • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

                          When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
                          I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
                          Simple pleasures are where it's at.
                          The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
                          I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
                          In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
                          Good night Mastodon friends.

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                          @NorcalGma2 Me too! Thankyou for putting this into words and sharing.

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                          • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

                            When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
                            I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
                            Simple pleasures are where it's at.
                            The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
                            I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
                            In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
                            Good night Mastodon friends.

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                            @NorcalGma2 Nice.

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                            • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

                              When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
                              I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
                              Simple pleasures are where it's at.
                              The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
                              I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
                              In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
                              Good night Mastodon friends.

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                              @NorcalGma2 I wish I could drop over your place for tea. You are inspiring

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                                @NorcalGma2 I wish I could drop over your place for tea. You are inspiring

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                                @SCampbell
                                ♥️

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                                • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

                                  When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
                                  I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
                                  Simple pleasures are where it's at.
                                  The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
                                  I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
                                  In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
                                  Good night Mastodon friends.

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                                  @NorcalGma2
                                  Thank you for being a virtual friend to so many of us here!

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                                    @NorcalGma2
                                    Thank you for being a virtual friend to so many of us here!

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                                    @CommonSparrow
                                    I am the lucky one. This community is the most welcoming group of humans I've ever encountered. Like long distance family.
                                    ❤️

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                                    • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

                                      When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
                                      I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
                                      Simple pleasures are where it's at.
                                      The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
                                      I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
                                      In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
                                      Good night Mastodon friends.

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                                      @NorcalGma2 I am so lucky to have founs this toot! What a delicate and expressive way of saying.. thank you so much for this: for me, a truly beautiful disinterested gift. Greetings from Chile, Southamerica. PS: what a bless coffee is, right?

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                                      • norcalgma2@sfba.socialN norcalgma2@sfba.social

                                        When I was younger my threshold for joy and contentment was different. I didn't appreciate every special moment because there were lots of moments and I thought they would keep coming. At this age I have experience with loss and hardships but I take the time to feel the good with my whole self when it comes my way no matter how small or mundane.
                                        I love the feel of clean soft sheets at bedtime, my morning coffee made just like I like it, a sweet dog on my lap, the opportunity to make a new friend, witnessing a perfect sunset, the mist on my face at the beach, being a helper, and the knowledge that I am loved.
                                        Simple pleasures are where it's at.
                                        The give and take of this virtual space is a special and unexpected bonus and I am thankful.
                                        I literally can meet a new friend here everyday.
                                        In the midst of so much that's hard I realize I'm smiling as I write because the good outweighs the bad. Every single day if I let it.
                                        Good night Mastodon friends.

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                                        @NorcalGma2 @joybooster Gma, you add so much to this space. Thank you 🙏.

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                                        • deborahh@cosocial.caD deborahh@cosocial.ca

                                          @NorcalGma2 @joybooster Gma, you add so much to this space. Thank you 🙏.

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                                          @deborahh @joybooster
                                          ❤️

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