Pocketful of Happiness

I was dreading today for the past few months. The day when things would inevitably become worse. When a despicable madmen would once again be at my country's helm, no doubt steering us towards a terrifying future, and one that we might never recover. So I decided today that I would cultivate bits of joy. Here's what I did to help combat the sorrow that I feel:

- slept til 11

- went for a long drive

- listened to a new audiobook - Riley Sager's The Only One Left

- stopped at MOM's in PA for a Jammed Yam from Naked Lunch (I'm obsessed with them!)

- took the long way home and listened to my Streetlight Fancies playlist

- dropped by Mum's to chat a bit and pick up the new space heater I ordered (it's gonna be mega cold this week and I'm so glad I ordered a replacement heater so I don't freeze my baguettes off!)

- came home, texted with Michel a bit, who sent condolences and wishes for us all to survive the next four years

- watched some episodes of The Nanny so I could laugh

- bundled under some blankets and enjoyed my fave chocolate ice cream (Trader Joe’s Coconut Ice Cream is divine!)

All we can do is hope that what that maniac does in office will be able to be undone, but somehow I fear that the world is doomed. I will continue to follow Joan Washington's advice for her family and locate a pocketful of happiness in every day until a new leader, one with compassion, integrity, and decency, is elected.