Things That Make Me Smile

Little men walking, one with a balloon,
yellow sunglasses,
 tire swings,
 old computers,
and televisions,
 pointy shoes,
drawings on driveways,
poppies in bloom,

 and big happy smiles!

12 comments

  • Rena

    ahhhhhh, what a lovely post!! LOVE the poppies too,I was so thrilled when mine bloomed, but sadly it didn't last as long as I would have liked!! Your blog is BEAUTIFUL!!!, and so is your art.

  • Lisa

    Love the walking men : )

  • Elizabeth Barczynski

    I love this. Everyone should post like this. It makes me happy too!

  • Louise Gale

    I am LOVING your new look blog, fabulous. So many smiley things here. Poppys are gorgeous. Have a great week. xxx

  • Susan

    I like guy with the balloon. Thanks for sharing!

  • patty

    Love these – especially the guy with the balloon and the yellow sunglasses! Thanks for the reminder to just keep our eyes open!!

  • Kim Hambric

    Now I'm feeling much happier. Although the old computer did give me the shivers. Great collection of photos!

  • FishStikks

    I LOVE those little men stencils!!

    I would also adore one of those old tv's!!

  • KindredSpirit

    great poppies! my favourite flower

  • The Vintage Sister

    that is the most inventive tire swing i've ever seen! love it!!

  • Lisa

    I love the new look of your blog! Thanks for stopping over by mine it needs so much work. I'm so happy to see you in Flying Lessons too!
    I love you artwork it makes me so happy!
    Lisa

  • Kerri

    i love old tvs.
    that one is so cool!

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