simply holding the woman you love in your arms, or waking up and seeing her sleeping... so peaceful, so beautiful... i long for those days again.

The sound of air rushing into a 440 as the engine valiantly tries to suck the hood into the carbs. And the wonderful feel of warm air on your legs that blows out from under the car.

The smell of napalm in the morning. Oh...was that already used?
Ok, then......beautiful sexy women, anywhere and smiling.

Little arms wrapped around my neck with a tiny voice saying, "I love you mommy."

Waking up to my lover caressing me.

Being with friends and family, playing games, laughing, enjoying the moment.

Receiving a phone call from him in the middle of the afternoon simply because he is thinking of me and wants to tell me he loves me.

Cuddling with my children in front of a movie or favorite tv show.

And:

Sitting on your butt, doing nothing - and having no plans to do so for two weeks - after working that same butt off for months.

a mellow sunday afternoon in the summer... friends, barbaque, music you listened to as a kid coming from cars you thought you'd never own and your favorite girl handing you a 40oz mickeys

I have to say, for me, waking up holding a loved one. I think that's the most joy that I've ever experienced in my life.

Now for pleasure. . .that's what happened the night before. ;)

eating cold pizza in bed with my kids and watching great old movies all morning long :)

I have to say, every one of these made me smile. And now for my list:

putting on warm socks that just came out of the dryer...rolling over in bed, and he rolls over too and reaches out to hold me, still half-asleep...going camping, and waking up to fresh sunshine and birds singing...a cool night, a bonfire, a comfy sweater, and good friends...kisses...a pair of soft, perfectly broken in jeans...a shelf full of books that are well-read and well-loved...sitting at the bookstore with a cup of coffee, a good book, and someone playing acoustic guitar...knowing, without a doubt, that you're loved.

Standing on a mountain summit with the wind blowing cold on your face knowing you had just completed one of the many goals you had set for yourself to accomplish in your lifetime.

:)... that brought back many memories and put a smile on my face... thanks...

Quiting a job that I hate and screaming with joy in the parking lot to absolutely no one in particular.

My son's face when I walk in the door in the evening.

Pineapple.

Finding a simple solution to help your child overcome an "insurmountable" problem.

Hearing someone tell you they love you, and mean it.

Being kissed or hugged, sincerely.

Being in on a joke with someone.

Having my nails clipped.

Traveling.

Payday.

A good long backrub.

Snowstorms & rainstorms.

Adobe Photoshop.

The crisp scent of freshly cleaned sheets mingled with the soft fragrance of my body soon after a shower. Add some delightfully mellow music and I'm a happy woman.

Losing that 20 pounds I've been getting after myself for

orrrrr

Waking up extra early to watch a sunrise with that special someone, sharing a blanket and a mug of coffee.

A shot of Captain Morgan's
A big dump after holding it in for a while
Finishing a five mile run in record time
Lifting more than I ever have
Eating a chocolate eclair
A nice warm shower with high water pressure
Making someone smile
Getting recognized for my hard work
Making someone so proud they cry
Listening to some great music
Pretzels and peanut butter
A cold glass of spring water
Scratching my back after a mega-itch
Watching my favorite sports teams win
Having a great conversation/discussion
and so much more

Running alone just after sunrise on a country road miles from civilization. The road is covered with freshly packed snow. Ice hangs from the bare tree branches. Your breath misting, and the only sounds are you breathing and the soft pish pish pish of your footsteps.

nice one... *soft smile*... haven't been a regular runner in years... i miss those mornings...

Losing 60 pounds.

Swimming in a beautiful lagoon with a waterfal and water lillies surrounding you.

A great peice of ass after a fun, romantic evening.

3 words....gas mask bong



and tacos

an intimate moment with my husband, moonstrucksoul.
an amazing feeling of pride & love or burst of laughter for my son.
meeting a new person I just click with.
our bed and sleeping.
my starbucks latte every morning.
a good flick that makes me cry.
a good flick that makes me laugh til it hurts.
a really good beat that I dance to and let my body move to the rhythm.
a poem or unexpected gift from my husband.
to see the house clean, because it never lasts more than 12 hours.
learning something new.
learning about space.
hearing a new spiritual quote or line that just reaches out and grabs me.
sinking my teeth into a plain new york cheesecake.
sipping on jasmine tea.
talking to someone I haven't spoken to in a long time.
petting a kitty.
swimming.
the ocean.
enjoying nature in all its glories.
realizing it's earlier than I thought.
my husband brushing my hair.
taking a shower, especially after being really cold.
writing poetry. I have had writer's block, but when I truly get inspired, I just write without thinking.
having an epiphany.
having deja vu.
watching Friends DVD sets or playing games with my husband.

learning something new

the feel of acceleration as you are pinned to the seat unable to move

getting my ADHD under control

Most all of these are really fantastic.:p

a Snickers Bar and an ice cold Diet Coke at the end of a really sucky day... :D

A cold beer on a warm Christmas morning

My kids when I get home in the afternoon waiting at the door for me to come in they have to tell me about there day just no feeling like it

satin sheets, baby oil, and Oshnsoul.

Standing in line at Starbucks, seeing the girl of my dreams smile at me, seeing her a few more times on different occasions, each time with welcoming smiles, then her saying "I would Love to" when you ask her out for dinner.

(yes, happened this morning!!!)

curling up with my girl on her couch.

the white noise of two box fans i have going even on the coldest of days
the sensual feeling of a haircut from the barber
the crackle of an AM radio as a t-storm approaches while trying to DX distant stations late at night
knowing no matter who or what i am or where i've been or what i've done, that i am loved not only from god above but here on this astral plane, and that i can love myself
and at my somewhat advanced age, that in many ways i can look at, feel see, and do many things as if i were a child

i especially liked this one *soft smile*... thanks...

the warm embrace of someone who cares about you
a furry friend curled up in your lap
a show that makes you laugh so hard you almost pee your pants
a movie that's so touching it makes you cry
seeing a loved one after time apart
a kiss so gentle and loving that it makes the world stop