three things to smile about: a good laugh, a good cry (weird, i know, but i just had one and i forgot how therapeutic it can be.), being in the middle of a good book.

three things to smile about: books on sale $1, hanging out with co-workers, making connections to literature and students at the same time

three things to smile about: fridays; the creativity of 9th graders; knowing that, when it really comes down to it, you are good at what you do.

three things to smile about: receiving a compliment...gracefully, finding a good match, little traditions

three things to smile about: a night in by yourself (peace and quiet!), the smell of sauteing mushrooms, fresh cut flowers

three things to smile about: old postcards, receiving flowers, finding places you've been to on maps

three things to smile about: happy hour with girlfriends, "window shopping" online, a really good blowout

three things to smile about: kate middleton's style, flopping on the couch after a long day, knowing that summer vacation is going to be here soon

three things to smile about: peanut butter+chocolate, massages, knowing you made someone smile

three things to smile about: good friends, good wine, good food