Adobo Hobo

Happiness Exercise

1. Tutoring Toni and chatting with her mom has got to be the highlights of my week. Two of the loveliest people in San Leandro. I really love them very much, it's weird that we're not outright friends or family. I wish they were. I am lucky that they are in my life at all.

2. Feeling strangely relaxed this evening

3. Had a long ass conversation with my friend Queenie in the Navy. Haven't seen her in a year, and haven't talked to her for ages. She is all grown up, beautiful, independent, and smart as hell--as always. Intimidating woman. I remember how she used to be...a bit young and more light-hearted. There was a sadness in our conversation. I am grateful we are still in touch anyway. She was caring and thoughtful in her own odd Queenie way.

4. Ate really well today. Am proud of myself.

5. Got through 90% of my Physiology homework despite only sleeping 4 hours. Am amazed with myself that I didn't crash.

6. The breakfast mushroom omelette that sis made for me this morning was sooo delish!

7. Current episode of "Monarch of the Glen" was really joyful. Made me really happy.

8. Have a quiet feeling of hope, stubbornly clinging in me about certain things...