Add a little sparkle to your day! GIVEAWAY (UK & IRELAND)



In these bleak times *cough* Trump *cough* we're all doing our best to cling onto the tiniest glimmers of joy. I think that's why everyone's obsessed with hygge or 'taking pleasure in making every day moments beautiful'. With this you don't need money, you don't need a Valencia filtered life, you just need your own ability to recognise what makes you happy.

I think this is one of the reasons parenthood is such a wonderful space to live in, because you become an expert at stealing joy. For example I love a bath, always have. The hot water feels like a hug and I like having the space to think. Sometimes someone will say to me, 'Ew, it's sitting in your own muck.' And I think, who cares when it feels so good? Although I've always looked forward to a nice soak, I've never appreciated it more than after I became a mother. My bath wasn't just a treat, it was a sanctuary. During the newborn days, when being a parent was a near all consuming experience, I guarded those 45 minutes like a tigress. I GOT REAL about bathing, took myself to Lush, downloaded awesome podcasts and it stopped being just a bath, it was like a teeny, tiny mini break.  

I discovered from this that it doesn't take that much effort to lift an experience from okay to Ohh! Yayy! For example if you follow me on Instagram you may know that I am not that hot mama bringing you school run style; I'm more yesterday's T shirt, sleep in my eyes vibe and most of the time I own that but sometimes it brings me down. Sometimes I'd like to sparkle a little and luckily Happiness boutique were here to help. They sent me a lovely statement necklace, gorgeous enough to lift any outfit and every morning.


I love that I can throw on my Jeans and T and still feel put together with a little bit of accessorising; it's just one of ways I plan to add some sparkle to my life this year and if you would like to do the same I've got another Happiness Boutique gem to give away. Enter below to win a sprinkle of glitter with this rose gold cuff bracelet and let me know how you create little bits of joy every day! 




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  1. Talya31 January 2017 at 12:50

    Ooooh gorgeous! Off to enter now!

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  2. Unknown31 January 2017 at 12:54

    So pretty; a lovely mixture of coloured stones.

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  3. Tracy Nixon31 January 2017 at 13:03

    I find joy in my day from thinking positive and smiling!

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  4. Kaypmumof3xx31 January 2017 at 13:29

    I find joy when my kids come home from school and tell me excitedly about Their days

    Kay Sherman

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  5. Wise Ways31 January 2017 at 13:55

    From my parents they always bring me joy & pride :)

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  6. Unknown31 January 2017 at 15:55

    My kids give me joy - they do fight and argue with each other but everyday I realise how lucky I am to have them - and life would certainly be a lot more boring if they weren't around!

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  7. Laura Dove31 January 2017 at 17:35

    From my children, and chocolate!!!!

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  8. Kim Styles31 January 2017 at 18:38

    My family and a glass of red in the evening!!

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  9. Unknown31 January 2017 at 19:30

    Ooh yay! I entered, I love Happiness Boutique and would love to win. I find joy in cat videos, watching comedy shows and declarations of love x

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  10. Mind Over Meta31 January 2017 at 20:15

    That looks beautiful! Definitely off to enter!

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  11. Unknown31 January 2017 at 20:20

    read bible

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  12. Alica31 January 2017 at 20:39

    I find joy by looking in to my children's faces every day :)

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  13. Unknown31 January 2017 at 23:01

    my child :)

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  14. Rebecca C1 February 2017 at 07:43

    I try to fit in some quiet me every day--like a short walk, or a relaxing bath, or 10 minutes reading quietly without interruption.

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  15. Mellissa Williams1 February 2017 at 08:01

    I love jewellery and this is a beautiful bracelet! Will have to enter

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  16. Unknown1 February 2017 at 09:20

    I find joy through cuddling my cat. I don't think she finds joy in it though!

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  17. Rebecca1 February 2017 at 10:36

    i try and give someone a random compliment! wether it's a customer or friedn it's nice to see them genuinely smile!

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  18. amy bondoc1 February 2017 at 10:41

    by positive thinking, a good giggle with my daughter helps!

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  19. Unknown1 February 2017 at 11:38

    Snuggling my dogs

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  20. keshimonster1 February 2017 at 12:39

    Playing with our cat

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  21. madge1 February 2017 at 13:42

    by getting out everyday cycling x

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  22. Lauretta Wright1 February 2017 at 14:47

    Great to read what makes you happy - I was thinking of writing about this myself. I like climbing into bed (after putting on my electric blanket) when it's cold outside. I feel warm, safe and VERY contented!

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  23. cathyj1 February 2017 at 14:49

    actually getting to see my husband

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  24. Anne1 February 2017 at 19:01

    seeing my boys smile

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  25. Natalie White1 February 2017 at 19:51

    Evenings with my partner :)

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  26. lozzle1 February 2017 at 20:16

    chillin with a brew and some chocolate after work

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  27. Kristy Brown1 February 2017 at 21:02

    By going for a run

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  28. kim plant1 February 2017 at 21:23

    through my children x

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  29. Caela071 February 2017 at 21:54

    Talking to my best friend once our children are in bed and laughing about the stresses of the day

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  30. lisapop1 February 2017 at 22:21

    Taking the dog for a walk, we're lucky to have the most amazing woodland right on our doorstep, it always lifts my spirits

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  31. Unknown1 February 2017 at 22:36

    chatting to friends and family

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  32. Anonymous1 February 2017 at 23:08

    I find joy everyday in the happy healthy faces of my family. CHERYL HADFIELD

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  33. Unknown2 February 2017 at 00:05

    I find joy in having lunch with my sister

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  34. Lady Pa!mmy2 February 2017 at 05:23

    Hugs with my husband!

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  35. Katarzyna2 February 2017 at 07:21

    spending time with my friends

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  36. Joo Dee2 February 2017 at 10:17

    just enjoying life!!

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  37. maci2342 February 2017 at 10:47

    being with my family

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  38. Clare2 February 2017 at 10:51

    my 2 children bring it

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  39. Anonymous2 February 2017 at 11:19

    Stroking Heidi my cat.

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  40. Unknown2 February 2017 at 11:23

    A big old cuddle with my cat x

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  41. Annabel Greaves2 February 2017 at 12:34

    Cuddles and laughter from the kids

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  42. Unknown2 February 2017 at 12:42

    I find my joy when out walking my dog every day as it's a 'generally' peaceful time to stroll, unwind and just watch the rest of the world busying about instead of me. I catch my breath and occassionally get to bump in to a lot of like minded souls where discussions vary from the state of the world down to what wellies we are wearing ;)

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  43. clairdownham2 February 2017 at 13:04

    my children

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  44. Rachel white2 February 2017 at 13:46

    I find my daily joy by looking at my family and feeling truly blessed.. & snuggles with my two basset hounds

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  45. Rachel white2 February 2017 at 13:46

    I find my daily joy by looking at my family and feeling truly blessed.. & snuggles with my two basset hounds

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  46. Lucy Locket2 February 2017 at 17:24

    Through my family, I love spending time with my Mum over a coffee

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  47. Unknown2 February 2017 at 19:16

    I always find joy in my son no matter how awful a day I am having :)

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  48. Amanda tanner2 February 2017 at 19:42

    By my voluntary work I do.

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  49. Anonymous2 February 2017 at 19:58

    Gorgeous necklace. I agree with you it's great to take pleasure in the everyday moments. I love my bath and having time to relax and then the baby comes and joins me for a play before bedtime.

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  50. Lorna2 February 2017 at 20:33

    of course my family, my partner, my daughter, but I also love a bit of me time, a pamper shower, putting comfy Pj's on and having a read in bed when I am all pampered and there are clean sheets on! Bliss! it's even better if we have tidied up that day, there is something nice cooking in the slow cooker, and after an hour of reading, we all get back together again and watch a family film...it gives me such peace :)

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  51. Sarah2 February 2017 at 21:05

    Smiles from my kids

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  52. Kerry Louise Norris2 February 2017 at 22:56

    Love the colours in this. Would be great for summer

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  53. Kara3 February 2017 at 12:57

    so cute, my daughter adores rose gold

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  54. Isabel3 February 2017 at 17:17

    Reading books. Stroking my lovely puss cat Percy. Taking a walk in the countryside outside my door. The little things. :)

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  55. Melanie Edjourian3 February 2017 at 18:23

    What a gorgeous bracelet. I find joy in my day in my children's smiles ;-)

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  56. lorraine6063 February 2017 at 20:14

    Birds on the bird feeders this winter are giving me joy.

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  57. Leanne W3 February 2017 at 23:05

    Reading with the kids - leanne w

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  58. Unknown4 February 2017 at 12:51

    my joy is when the kids r in bed and i have the remote back lol

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  59. Rich Tyler4 February 2017 at 13:41

    Seeing my little boys laugh / smile :)

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  60. Mark bradbury4 February 2017 at 15:00

    Ooooh gorgeous x

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  61. kathcake4 February 2017 at 18:39

    when good things happen :)

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  62. Robert Price4 February 2017 at 18:40

    Waking up and treating it like Xmas Day

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  63. Lorraine5 February 2017 at 08:10

    i find lots of joy spending time with my grandchildren daniel and sophia,love them both to bits

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  64. Unknown5 February 2017 at 13:27

    I find joy in a nice cuppa in the morning!

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  65. MANDY DOHERTY5 February 2017 at 16:17

    My six grandchildren bring so much joy and laughter to my days

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  66. Anonymous5 February 2017 at 17:29

    Sometimes it can be difficult when it feels like everything is falling apart around you but - just shut your eyes and concentrate really hard for five minutes on the blessings in your life - your children, your partner, even looking forward to a tasty dinner or a hot cup of tea! It does help you to drive out negativity.

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  67. Michelle Ferguson5 February 2017 at 18:50

    When my dogs are so happy to see me

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  68. Jayne6 February 2017 at 14:09

    I try and live in the moment and remember that, the past is called the past for a reason. If things do get me down, I find a long walk in the fresh air clears my head

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  69. Breeze816 February 2017 at 14:50

    Sex. Lots and lots of sex brings me joy.

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  70. Unknown6 February 2017 at 15:55

    looking at my daughters and thinking how proud I am

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  71. Sarah Ann6 February 2017 at 16:27

    I find joy in my day by taking the time in the evening to reflect on my day and write down three things that made me happy that day, no matter how small they are.

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  72. Jess Mary6 February 2017 at 20:43

    Coffee every morning brings me lots of joy :)

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  73. adeinne tonner6 February 2017 at 21:38

    One thing that brings me joy everyday is my crazy family even if we do have our hectic moments

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  74. Sofiane7 February 2017 at 09:45

    I find joy in my daughter every day

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  75. Sofiane7 February 2017 at 09:46

    I find joy in my daughter every day

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  76. Unknown7 February 2017 at 11:49

    I think of the most important good things in my life . my husband, children and grandchildren

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  77. Martina D7 February 2017 at 14:01

    I find joy in my children and hope of all the adventures we are going to have :)

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  78. Unknown7 February 2017 at 22:30

    I always look forward to seeing my nieces at the weekends.

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  79. Unknown7 February 2017 at 22:41

    I find joy in spending time with friends.

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  80. Solange7 February 2017 at 23:45

    I find joy in my day by spending time with my family and friends.

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  81. Laura Loo8 February 2017 at 11:10

    For me its the walk home from school with my 4 year old

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  82. Unknown9 February 2017 at 13:08

    What a gem

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  83. Unknown10 February 2017 at 16:48

    I enjoy diffusing essential oils to match my mood, have lavender on at mo to chill out this Friday evening..experimenting with different oil recipes gives me joy every day

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  84. ldols10 February 2017 at 20:27

    I find joy in the day by spending it with a good book and cup of assam tea!

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  85. Tammy10 February 2017 at 22:45

    I find joy in the crazy, funny moments of daily life with my son and partner. They certainly give me that extra sparkle most days.

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  86. Susan Hoggett10 February 2017 at 22:50

    By smiling at the little things, like making somebody laugh or helping someobdy

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  87. Hannah ONeill11 February 2017 at 10:40

    By spending time with my husband

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  88. linda griffiths11 February 2017 at 10:56

    I find joy from all the people that love me

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  89. Anonymous11 February 2017 at 12:23

    Spending time with my pets (@PeanutHog)

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  90. Unknown11 February 2017 at 16:09

    My Dachshund :)

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  91. twinlay0611 February 2017 at 17:52

    Listening to grandsons jokes, some are terrible but they make me smile

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  92. Unknown11 February 2017 at 20:58

    so pretty would love this

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  93. Anonymous12 February 2017 at 00:17

    By not letting things get to me!

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  94. Unknown12 February 2017 at 11:17

    A cup of tea and a warm blanket in front of the fire brings happiness to my day :-)

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  95. Allan Fullarton12 February 2017 at 11:50

    From my parents they always bring me joy & pride

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  96. Emzie12 February 2017 at 13:55

    If my children are happy, that brings me joy. My 30 minutes of 'me' time every morning that I practice yoga brings me joy also. :)

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  97. Unknown12 February 2017 at 16:05

    Always through my children, either them or a glass of Baileys!

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  98. nataleegosiewski12 February 2017 at 16:48

    a smile and laugh could be from my children or just a random smile from a stranger in the st

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  99. adrian price12 February 2017 at 17:13

    walking my dog sandy

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  100. Unknown12 February 2017 at 17:57

    I find joy in my day sticking on my boots and escaping to field with my horse. Just spending time with him and in the open air gives you a sense of calm.

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  101. Andrew Hindley12 February 2017 at 18:29

    I find joy in my day by tying to make people happy

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  102. Corinne Peat12 February 2017 at 19:26

    From my four children

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  103. Unknown12 February 2017 at 19:35

    not taking things too seriously

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  104. Jo Glasspool12 February 2017 at 19:52

    With my kids and dogs.

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  105. Maria Jane Knight12 February 2017 at 19:55

    In my song smile and the birds singing. Im thankful for every day x

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  106. WeeWillieWilkie12 February 2017 at 20:51

    During the day I love spending time with my little girl. Then when she's asleep I love getting into bed with a good book

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  107. zebedee0112 February 2017 at 22:40

    from the simple things like spring flowers, pretty snow, anything really! It's taking the time to appreciate things xx

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  108. claire Little13 February 2017 at 00:30

    from laughing

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  109. denise s13 February 2017 at 03:48

    gardening gives me joy and happiness. love every aspect then sitting back to enjoy the views.

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  110. sidwales13 February 2017 at 04:06

    We have a house full of Basset Hounds

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  111. Zoe Mackie13 February 2017 at 10:39

    Stunning

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  112. MrsKevo13 February 2017 at 11:13

    I find joy in the day by trying to remember to take time and stop and really 'see' my children - how little they are, how funny, how cute. It makes it all worth while and they're grown so quickly, need to appreciate it all while I can x

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  113. Kelly303013 February 2017 at 11:20

    I find joy spending time with my dog.

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  114. Ursula Hunt13 February 2017 at 11:45

    From my little dog Mabel

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  115. Jessica H13 February 2017 at 12:14

    I find joy in my dogs. Right now in seeing one of them healing every day from her operation xx

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  116. Unknown13 February 2017 at 12:38

    By being clean and organised and with some quality play time with my big black cat.

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  117. Diana13 February 2017 at 12:43

    Cuddles with my girls :)

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  118. Unknown13 February 2017 at 13:02

    walking my two cavaliers brings me joy

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  119. Unknown13 February 2017 at 13:29

    With my cat, she's my best pal.

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  120. Unknown13 February 2017 at 13:33

    I am on annual leave today. I'm at home listening to some very relaxing music. That's how I find my joy - with music!

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  121. carol boffey13 February 2017 at 13:58

    Laughing with my son

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  122. Melissa Lee13 February 2017 at 14:50

    I find joy every day counting my blessings and reminding myself to be grateful :P

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  123. susantrubey13 February 2017 at 15:18

    chocolate

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  124. Jo Ford13 February 2017 at 15:56

    I find joy in my day by seeing my lovely family and my 2 beautiful cats called Ginny and Percy! :)

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  125. Rebecca Beesley13 February 2017 at 16:20

    I find joy in the little things every day - finding something good to be thankful and grateful for! x

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  126. Lauren O13 February 2017 at 17:12

    Reminding myself how great the people around me are

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  127. Emmamaryd13 February 2017 at 18:55

    Little things like smelling the flowers in my garden

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  128. sharon martin13 February 2017 at 19:44

    i find joy in my day from watching my children who make me smile and by delving into my colouring book

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  129. Unknown13 February 2017 at 21:09

    looks fab!

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  130. Anonymous13 February 2017 at 21:28

    By knowing I'm making a difference - plus my husband's sense of humour!
    Victoria B - @ickle0ne

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  131. Unknown13 February 2017 at 22:07

    when I go and visit my great-nephew and great-niece

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  132. benjamin robb13 February 2017 at 22:40

    being with my family + seeing their smiles brings me loads of joy!

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  133. Unknown13 February 2017 at 23:27

    Baking. Seems to be my therapy at the moment.

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  134. Natalie Gillham14 February 2017 at 00:17

    I find joy in my day by having a laugh with my daughters, making hearty meals and treats for us to share and reading a good book at the end of the day x

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  135. Natalie Crossan14 February 2017 at 00:30

    With humour :)

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    Ritin Parbat

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