Photos can hold so many memories and in some ways I look back at old photos and feel sad that those times are gone, a chapter in time that we will never revisit. But usually I can look at photos and just remember the happiness of the moment and enjoy the memories.
So here goes...My 8 photos of happiness!
1. I have 3 daughters, Sarah, Laura and Eleanor. They make me happy! They make me feel cross, frustrated, exhausted and sad at times too but on the whole, they make me happy and I love them all so much!
This photo was taken last summer in Ambleside Park in the Lake District. On this day, we had been for a lovely lunch and then took Mylo, our dog, for a run around in the park. Here is our selfie!
2. I married Phil on 31st July 2009. I love this photo of us and the girls outside the church after the ceremony. The happiness is evident! One of the happiest days of my life.
3. Phil and I went to Paris for our Honeymoon. This photo of us was taken at the top of the Eiffel Tower! I remember queueing for quite some time to gain entry to the tower and then it was a bit of a trek to the top but it was worth it. The views were amazing! Another tourist kindly took this photo of us. I just remember feeling so happy that day knowing that I had now entered a new chapter in my life.
4. Mylo, our adorable Cockapoo brings me much happiness! We welcomed him into our family on 2nd February 2013 and can't imagine life without him now! I love getting out walking with him.
Here is a picture of Mylo taken earlier this year at Fell Foot by Lake Windermere. Look at that tongue! And those eyes....Could he be any more adorable?!
5. The Lake District is a beautiful place and we are so fortunate to live close by. Thirty minutes drive from our home and you reach Lake Windermere. Here is a photo I took last summer. We had been walking up Biskey Howe, a small fell near Bowness on Windermere and this is the view from the top! A stunning view of the Lake! A drive up to the Lakes always makes me feel happy. Such beautiful scenery and views!
6. Looking back to my childhood always brings back happy memories! I have a twin sister, Donna, and I know I wouldn't be without her! Always there for one another, in good times and bad.
Here's a photo of Donna and I taken back in 1978, taken in my Granddad's back garden in Portsmouth, Hampshire. We used to have holidays there and I have many happy memories!You can read more about me growing up as a twin here and here
7. My family mean the world to me and this photo was taken the Christmas before last. Mum and Dad have been married 57 years now! I love this photo because Christmas is always a happy time with family and it's great to have a photo of all of us together, Mum, Dad and their three daughters!
8. Final photo... Has to be this one! This little baby is my Grandson. I have been to a few scans with my daughter Laura now and seeing this little one on the screen is a wonderful experience.
I must admit, when I found out Laura was pregnant my emotions were all over the place and I found it hard at first to find peace about it all. But now, in my heart, I know that this little baby was meant to be and will bring much joy and happiness!( Hopefully not too many sleepless nights!)
There were so many more photos that depict happiness to me but I could only choose 8. It's been great fun looking through them all to choose some for the blog. When I look at these photos they represent happiness. They show that my idea of happiness is the people I love, care about and want to share time with. It also show my love of the Lake District. But most of all it shows my happiness is in people and places not material things...Although... I could have posted a photo of a bottle of Prosecco...I find much happiness in that! Ha!
What snapshot would depict happiness in your life?
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