Things That Made Me Happy This Week - Sept 5, 2009

• A night at home with some new friends
• Bob surprised me by replacing the broken chain for this necklace
• Pictures of Bob’s mom and Lisa’s weekend in Boston
• More completed wedding related tasks
• Aveda Mango Juice Lip Glaze
• Two very sweet compliments from two of my aunts
• An email exchange with Bob’s brother
• This blog post - made me laugh out loud
• Seeing that my dad and his best friend growing up have reconnected via Facebook
• Dinner at The Cuban Revolution with Connie and Everett
• Watching the sunrise over the ocean with my Love

We got up at 5am today! Anyone who knows me, knows... this is unheard of, unless I have a plane to catch. But I had this bright idea that it might be cool to watch the sunrise and practice with the new camera.

Actually, it was a great idea... on a holiday weekend during the day, Brenton Point in Newport, RI is super crowded. But this morning we were joined only by seagulls, fishermen and other photographers. Some professional, some amateur, like us (I realize amateur is an understatement, but we’re learning ok?).

So I bundled up in my blanket while Bob set up the tripod. We watched the sunrise, took pictures and cuddled. There is something about the sound of the ocean that’s just so soothing. I realized something about myself a few years ago... I don’t think I would be happy living in a place where the ocean was not easily accessible. I visited Boulder, CO once and although it’s gorgeous... I just don’t think I’d be happy there for an extended period of time.

Brenton Point is one of “our” spots... we like to bring a picnic lunch and just lay in the grass listening to the waves. It’s beautiful and it doesn’t cost a penny. What’s your favorite spot?