Hello my sweetums…I’ve got such a treat in store for you! Really, a TREAT. Jump up and down. Get all excited. And then go grab some dark chocolate.
Go ahead, I’ll wait.
And while I’m waiting I’ll gaze adoringly at Precious Man Dog. The real deal is curled up against my thigh, crowding the laptop. But since there isn’t room here for all of you, the photo will have to do.
And yes, he is a cute as he looks.
He also loves me unconditionally. Totally. Worships me, even. And that’s why (ta ta drumroll please) Bean, AKA PMD, is on this week’s bliss list.
Bliss list? Yes, B.L.I.S.S. Everyday things that rock my world and make me smile with appreciation. And gratitude. Because gratitude is a big deal. And, umm…Universe? About that lotto win, the one next week? The one I’d be most grateful for? That would make the list for sure.
Now, back to the chocolate. Break off a small piece. Don’t eat it, savor it. Challenge yourself to experience it with all five senses. Take your time. Take as much time as you need. And when your senses are so full of chocolate goodness you’re about to explode, take a nibble. And let it Melt. On. Your. Tongue.
Ohhhhhhhh…bliss.
And then there’s the tree sweetened oranges. The oh so juicy, oh so sweet, eagerly awaited bring-on-the-first-hard-freeze addition to the produce aisle. The most insane burst of citrus in the world. Oh yeah…these suckers are on my list for sure. My bliss list.
Which is going to be a regular feature here at Arty Life. Because art is all about opening your eyes and SEEING the world. Appreciating the ordinary. Elevating the ordinary.
Why?
Well, Liv Lane, of Choosing Beauty fame, is inviting everyone to participate in the little bliss list. According to Liv, it’s “a chance for all of us to celebrate the little things that brought us hope and happiness this week.” She believes that “when we focus on the sweet stuff of life, the sweet stuff multiplies. And by sharing those small gifts in our lives, we help others notice the gifts in theirs.”
Well, I’m all for that! So every Friday (yes, I KNOW this is Saturday) every Friday I will share a list what was good that week. Of the little things that made me stop and appreciate the moment. And I hope you’ll share your lists in the comments section. And once I get the technical stuff figured out I’ll have links to other blogs who are doing the same thing. Notice the gifts and spread the luuuuuuuv.
But I’m not done yet. There’s still some bliss to share.
Like the satisfaction of a day spent in making art. A WHOLE day!!! These are works in Progress. Time well spent in Studio Grande painting in the zone.
After a day on my feet wielding a brush, a well deserved snuggle with Studio Quat.
And always, Miss Munchkin Fairy Princess. In my thoughts and heart even when she’s not visiting her Grandma.
Okay, now it’s your turn. Bring on your bliss.
Love love love what you love – that puppy face is just the best – and chocolate and oranges and doing art all day! Those very things could be on my list.
Puppies, chocolate, oranges, art and babies. Guess that sums it up, eh Judy? xo
Puppies, chocolate, oranges, art and little ones. Yep Susan, that could be the secret of a perfeect Life 🙂
Lovely photo’s as always.
And what will next week’s secrets reveal, Cindy? Ahhhh…time will tell. xo
What a great first bliss list! I love your casual, playful style and that cute pup drew me right in. Can’t wait to see what you share each week!
The Bliss Queen herself! Thank you Liv, I am humbled and honored. xo
Great bliss list. Your man dog is so so gorgeous, and chocolate? Savour and chocoloate don’t go together for me. Devour is probably more appropriate. Thanks for sharing, Belinda
Ah, Belinda…I sooo understand about the chocolate. And Precious Man Dog send his regards.
that is one beautiful blissful lot of sweet goodness!
happy sigh.
more and more joy to you,
Jennifer
And joy to you, Jennifer. Always!
Love it!! When can I get an orange that delicious… you made my mouth water!!
Northern California. I wait all year for those oranges to come in, Kristin. The rancher who grows them will only pick after the first hard frost, that’s what develops the sugar. They are AMAZING! I think I’ll go eat one right now.
Chocolate and art all day, darn… now what am I going to put on my list! I better hurry up before all the good bliss stuff is taken.
You could expand upon it Sue…maybe chocolate covered art…. Or just jump right in to the group bliss mentality, grab that chocolate bar and go paint!
Nuts are on my list…today, tomorrow, yesterday, next week…always! Almonds, pecans, walnuts, pistachios, cashews. Raw, cooked, mixed. I sound like Bubba in Forest Gump so I’ll stop.
Donna, I lost your reply somewhere in blogland. Ah, forgive me please, I did write one. It was about chocolate covered almonds. See’s. And your sweet obsession. xo
I lovelove your bliss list! And your PMD reminds me of my boy; they look like teddy bears, I think. I have two Maltese, and the boy is famous for pressing himself against my thigh and crowding the laptop.
I’m looking forward to your weekly bliss!
xo, Anita
I never EVER thought I’d have little dogs, Anita. My motto was the bigger the better. And then my daughter left home, got Bean and shortly thereafter realized she couldn’t work, go to school and be a good dog mom. So he’s a hand-me-down from a college kid. As is Sophie, another malti-poo from one of her friends. And now I can never EVER imagine not having a little dog. xo
Hi ♥Susan sweetums,
Anyone who calls their friends sweetums is an instant Friend of mine!! :O)
Yes, your post was such a treat for me – And YES – BLISS bring it on – Will join with you and have a day for posting what was good each week on my blog – would be special to link with you.
Your Precious Man Dog♥ is so cute – reminds me of our Lakeland Terrier ‘Teddy dog’ – and your Miss Munchkin Fairy Princess grand-girl – how gorgeous!!
Gratefully ♥Susie.
PS: did you get a donation of An iPAD for the girl you are working with?
Susie Sweetums, my new found instant best friend from the land of Oz…HELLO! And thanks for dropping by. Would love to link bliss blogs with you. Ah, we once had a dog named Teddy. He was a golden retriever, love slave to my children when they were small. My daughter would lead him around by his nose, literally. She also married him.
As for the iPad, no, we still have not manifested one. Yet. The word is YET. Any suggestions?
xo
Hi Susan, thank you for your lovely comment on my blog. I loooove your bliss list. My bliss list today includes…
1. Taking photos of my quartz earrings and catching the light in them.
2. Eating grilled cheese on toast. Yum.
3. Reading bliss lists in the blogosphere and sharing the lovely energy.
Em xx
Grill cheese on toast…oh yum! Sounds sooooo good! I believe you inspired my lunch today, Emma. And you quartz earrings are GORGEOUS! Anyone reading this, go check out Emma’s new earring design at http://www.mimiandtilly.blogspot.com
xo