Faves

Kids,

I am too exhausted -- physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually -- to write you a really thought out post, so I am going to embrace the positive -- because there are so many positives in my life and I really, truly know that, even amidst the negative -- and share with y'all a list of some of my favorite things as of late.

Doing this will also provide me an excuse to post a Sound of Music video at the end of this post. I will say, in advance, you're welcome for that.

So, Bails' current fave list:

• James Herriot memoirs. I love this writer and his books about animals so, so much.
• While we're on that subject, I love that I share property with animals.
• And I love animals, period. Duh. 
• My spectacular friends, some of whom I already consider family, in my new city where I've lived for a mere 5 months.
• Parenthood. (The show, not the life event.)
• Ray Romano on Parenthood. Such a hunky, lovable character.
• Cross stitching in the evenings.
• Laughing with my coworkers.
• Beer and Mexican food. Actually, beer is an ongoing favorite and Mexican food is not actually a favorite at the moment. But I just wanted to list those two things together, because they should get married already, am I right?
• Coffee. Thank the good Lord for coffee. (This is also an ongoing favorite).
• The sunshine in California. I love walking out of my home in 90 degree heat in November. I don't say this to brag, in fact several people out there wouldn't envy such weather, in November or any time. But the sun does so much for my spirit. 
• My family and friends on speed dial. Theoretical speed dial, of course. As if I know how to set that up on my phone. 
• The abundance of parking spaces in the Valley.
• My cushy, spacious bed. 
• Chick flicks. All about the chick flicks as of late. 
• My church, with its incredible preaching and music. I am overwhelmed by it over and over again.

All right, kiddos. Now it's time to ask yourself: What are your favorite things? If you're having trouble getting started with your list, let Jules help you out: