Life moves quickly, and it’s easy to focus on the stressful or overwhelming parts of our days. But sometimes the best thing we can do is pause and notice the little things that are bringing us joy right now.
So today I thought I’d share a few things that are making me happy lately, some big, some small, but all meaningful in their own way.
Here are a few things that are bringing a little extra happiness into my life right now.
🐾 My Pets
The core four always keep me laughing – but the other day Falcor took the cake!
I was minding my own business, playing Disney Dreamlight Valley, and I heard something on the screen door. I turned around and looked and saw this!

IMAGINE MY SURPRISE!!! 🤣. I said SIR!!! WHAT ARE WE DOING!!?? And he calmly got down and came to sit at the open window, which he was just sitting at, and could see out perfectly fine.
Get cats, they said!
📚 Something I’m Reading
I am currently reading Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney, and it’s SO good. The audible version has sound effects and fun stuff to keep you engaged – I definitely recommend!

Check out more of my reads here – https://youmeandbenny.com/ashlis-favorite-reads/
🎬 Something I’m Watching
We are currently watching Season 3 of House of Villains on Peacock because we love a good reality show. It’s funny and fun! I am going to watch most anything Tom Sanvoval does, and I know I know, BUT HE JUST HAS CHARISMA 🤣 and it’s entertaining.

☕ A Simple Everyday Joy
Watching TV with my husband and snuggling with my pets. It’s simple, it’s cozy, it’s the best.
💛 Something I’m Grateful For
I am grateful for people in my corner supporting me right now – because life has been busy and hectic and I KNOW I have been slacking on my friendship duties, but they are staying in my corner, and I appreciate it!
🌿 A Small Thing That Made Me Smile
My plants are blooming outside, and it’s bringing me so much happiness!!! The colors, the fact that they survived the winter LOL – I am thrilled.
Sometimes the smallest moments end up being the most meaningful.
Looking for the Good
When life feels busy or chaotic, taking a moment to notice what brings us happiness can shift our perspective.
Right now, these are the little things that are making life feel a bit brighter, and I’m grateful for every one of them.
✨ Question for readers:
What’s something that’s making you happy right now?
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