1. another beautiful day.
2. perfectly ripe pineapple.
3. leftovers that are better the next day.
4. countertops so shiny you can see your face in them.
5. obstacle course strategy.

1. helpful cabbies.
2. completing a mission.
3. delicious food court surprises.
4. starting a new television series.
5. plantains dredged in cinnamon and sugar.

1. moving my nap on the couch poolside.
2. the fire killing power of baking soda.
3. deep conditioned hair.
4. dramatic re-inactments.
5. another beautiful day.

1. mexican breakfast.
2. a very prideful parade.
3. a city full of happy people.
4. mid afternoon massages.
5. turning leftovers into a feast.

1. unexpectedly awesome bus timing.
2. cuban themed birthday parties.
3. friends who give up their entire saturday to help you cook.
4. cake made from scratch with homemade ice cream.
5. relaxing after everyone leaves.

1. technical glitches that work in my favour.
2. not throwing my computer out the window.
3. finally seeing the top of my desk again.
4. celebrating with a glass of wine on a patio.
5. surviving the last two weeks.

1. random encounters on the street.
2. dollarstores that are actually a dollar.
3. coming in under budget.
4. lada gaga tributes.
5. hiding presents.

1. google.
2. helpful bus drivers.
3. scalloped edges.
4. treating myself to a pedicure.
5. fresh chives.

1. jasmine blossom green tea.
2. pretty, flaming things.
3. strangers who help you test things.
4. planning a party.
5. ginger ale on ice.

1. a trio of owls.
2. toasted sesame seeds.
3. getting paid to take pictures.
4. a magnificent steak.
5. watching other people buy houses.