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  • Rainbow
    Rainbow
    Posted on:
    19th Oct 2011 11:45am

    Last Post 22nd Nov 2011
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    Discussion: What puts you on an instant high and brings you joy?

    Is it exercise and the euphoric endorphins released? An ocean swim on a crystal clear day? A friendly smile from a stranger on the street? A gripping book? Wonderful friends and family? What about your pet dog, Sparky? Do you love an insane belly laugh that brings tears to the eyes and makes you feel like you've done 1,000 sit-ups? Or do you get joy out of free hugs?

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  • woodie
    woodie
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    19th Oct 2011 08:34pm

    woodie says: People taking the time to care when I'm feeling down ,always lifts my spirits. Kind words are the best way to make me feel loved and appreciated.

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  • flyingace
    flyingace
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    19th Oct 2011 09:12pm

    flyingace says: Hi rainbow, what bring me joy is birds singing, bee buzzing and sun shining.

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  • sprinkles
    sprinkles
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    19th Oct 2011 09:30pm

    flyingace says: Hi rainbow, what bring me joy is birds singing, bee buzzing and sun shining.

    sprinkles says: For me there's no high quite like looking after an injured animal, whether it's a mouse, a dove, a possum or a seagull. The way they trust you to help them is the greatest feeling ever, and when they get better it's like no other feeling on earth.
    Oh, and I do love to watch old 80s soaps like Dallas and Dynasty, and old movies with Barbara Stanwyck, Joan Crawford, Jean Harlow and ..well, pretty much all the old time stars.
    It takes me to another place, and helps get me through back pain and insomnia.
    Plus a cuddle with our cats is a natural high too!

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  • naz4321
    naz4321
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    19th Oct 2011 09:12pm

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  • Eva
    Eva
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    19th Oct 2011 09:13pm

    Eva says: If I can help someone even a stranger solve a problem or relieve them of an immediate worry, I feel great. My family also give me a great feeling when we are gathered together and just relaxing.

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  • mysteron347
    mysteron347
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    19th Oct 2011 09:26pm

    mysteron347 says: Kiva.

    (You know how to use Google...)

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  • JW
    JW
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    20th Oct 2011 08:37am

    mysteron347 says: Kiva.

    (You know how to use Google...)

    JW says: I agree. I get a lot of satisfaction from supporting Kiva. Our team is 'Genealogists for Families', but non-genealogists are welcome to join. http://www.judywebster.com.au/kiva.html

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  • jolesley
    jolesley
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    19th Oct 2011 10:12pm

    jolesley says: A great book, Christmas (sometimes) and the rare occasion when I have some money to spare

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  • taveren37
    taveren37
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    19th Oct 2011 10:12pm

    taveren37 says: ...Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens ... oh sorry, just got carried away there.
    What brings me much joy is surprise hugs and kisses from my children. But also compliments from friends and acquaintances about my personality and also my appearance.

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  • Paulie
    Paulie
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    19th Oct 2011 10:24pm

    Paulie says: Motorcycling. The theory is that you're inhaling oxygen at speed.. an instant high if there ever was one. These days, older runners on treadmills are taking hits of pure 02 to maximise the benefits of exercise, but I get the same rush around 100 kph on my bikes. It's a blast!~

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  • Lorraine
    Lorraine
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    19th Oct 2011 10:30pm

    Lorraine says: Chocolate, especially maltesers or a crunchie, suck the chocolate off then the centre pops in your mouth, and wash it down with a lovely aromatic coffee. Mmmmmmm, pure bliss.

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  • Blondie
    Blondie
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    19th Oct 2011 10:33pm

    Blondie says: What puts me on an instant high is when my son hugs me and tells me he loves me...It doesn't get better than that :-)

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  • Margot
    Margot
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    19th Oct 2011 10:51pm

    Margot says: A good book, chocolate and my gorgeous cat.

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  • Karene
    Karene
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    19th Oct 2011 11:16pm

    Karene says: Waking before dawn and hearing the birds wake also as the sun rises also being around my grandson, brings out my inner child, we play, walk and discuss our environment wherever we are beach, park or home, even though he cant talk.

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  • Calamity
    Calamity
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    19th Oct 2011 11:24pm

    Calamity says: Waking up and listening to our cockatiels birds talking and the birds outside singing. My husband making me a cappuccino on our coffee machine whilst we watch the birds frolic in the bird bath and get up to antics. Looking at photos of my beautiful granddaughters who are on the other side of the country brings a smile to my face. Listening to beautiful music whilst doing craft work to forget my health problems. Sharing special moments with my soul mate.

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  • bexbex
    bexbex
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    19th Oct 2011 11:32pm

    bexbex says: Well, let's think. Delicious food of course! Especially desserts. Winning a prize. Chocolate. Doing something great at work. Making something great (whether it be a pizza from scratch, a drawing etc).

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  • blueyes
    blueyes
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    19th Oct 2011 11:57pm

    blueyes says: What brings me joy is the fact that I wake up in the morning and I see my daughter, my mum and my dog happy!

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  • lilbabsgal
    lilbabsgal
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    20th Oct 2011 01:05am

    lilbabsgal says: Giving my beautiful 1 year old grandson a biiig hug. lol

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  • Inez6306
    Inez6306
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    20th Oct 2011 02:38am

    Inez6306 says: My (adult) kids, listening to them, and when I wake up and realise it is not a FI day, but a FO day.

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  • castiger
    castiger
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    20th Oct 2011 04:17am

    castiger says: For me it's definitely Christmas when my family all gets together. As two of my children live interstate with their families and another lives in the same state but about 500 lms from me we don't all get together very often.

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