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08.12.10

I think this book was written about me. Well I am sure other women who read it, also think this same notion. I felt like the words were coming out of my mouth onto to the pages and that is why it reached out to me so deeply. I have read the book multiple times, listened to the audio book many more times. Each time is like the first time.

I cannot wait to see the movie and I think that other women need to see it as well. In fact, I would think that guys should see it to, so that they can understand women better. I mean, it is no secret, that men seem confused by women. This is why I am having a contest. Can you tell that I love contests!?

1- You must comment on this post with one thing that makes you happy. I don't care if it is as simple as one word "whip cream"....oh wait that it something that makes me happy. Or you can write a note of what makes you happy. I want to hear what makes other people smile.

2-Comment on any blog post of mine with a comment. Each comment is an entry.

3-Smile at a stranger. Oh wait, that is just something I want you to do.

You have the chance to win, a movie night for 2, with a copy of the book Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert.

These are the pages that particular struck a nerve with me, page 149 & 150. I couldn't even read them aloud at the time without crying. It should speak to many women who couldn't understand why any given relationship wasn't working. It is a conversation between Richard & the author about breaking through the misconception that we need to find our one true soul mate in this world.

"People think a soul mate is your perfect fit, and that's what everyone wants. But a true soul mate is a mirror, the person who brings you to your own attention so you can change your life. A true soul mate is probably the most important person you will ever meet, because they tear down your walls and smack you awake. Soul mates, they come into your life just to reveal another layer of yourself to you, and then leave. And thank God for it."

The other quote that stayed with me since I read this book years ago is "Your wishin' too much baby. You gotta stop wearing your wishbone where your backbone oughtta be." So many people wish that a relationship with their partner would change and work, and don't realize that it never will. I have been in that position as I am sure many of you have. This book isn't all about relationships with other people, it is more about the relationship with your own being. This is something that most people need to work on, and always will, including myself.

Each section of this book is a marvel to me. Spoken from the heart of the author and right int mine. Each time I read it or listen to it, I learn more about myself, more layers of my life and what I should do next appear to me.

I hope the movie is just as amazing! Get commenting and smiling to strangers!

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Comments

Carol O'Hanley:

I so enjoyed talking with you about this book. It was clear how much you loved it!!

What makes me happy is "snuggles". I love snuggling with my boys and my husband. It makes me smile to just think about it! :)

And I always smile at strangers too :)

xoxox

Carol

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Jenny Mac:

What a great idea Rachel! Right now, the thing that makes me most happy is watching the latest video of my niece learning to walk. Smiles and tears every time :)

(08.12.10)

Conny M:

Learning to run again and taking time for myself!

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Jenny Fraser:

coming home from a long day at work and being greeted by two smiling little faces with great big hugs :) Makes my heart melt every time.

(08.12.10)

Marie-France MacKinnon:

What makes me happy & smile. Sneaking in my 13-month old daughter's room before I go to bed ... and watching her sleep so peacefully and knowing how loved she is (while she dreams of Aunt Jenny).

(08.12.10)

Joanie:

Rachel, YOU make me happy. To follow your blog, and see how passionate you are; and how you are doing what you love (livin the dream!) - that makes me happy. Also, my dog Crosby - he makes me happy. He's the "baby boy" that God didn't give me; that we got to hand pick for our family!! I read the book and like you - am excited to see the movie!

(08.12.10)

Heather deBoer:

Sewing :) And seeing people's reactions to my products!

(08.12.10)

Meredith M:

Fantastic contest idea, Rachel! For me, hugs make the world (and myself) much happier:)

(08.12.10)

Claudette:

What makes me happy Rachel is when my 23 month daughter comes up to me and says "I love you Mommy" and gives me a big hug. There is nothing in the world to match that kind of happiness.

(08.12.10)

Angela Marchbank:

Spending time with my nieces and nephews *always* puts a smile on my face. I was there for all of their births (except Alex who is the oldest of the nephews) waiting outside the delivery room. :))

(08.12.10)

Mira:

Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens! Besides that, reading the Saturday edition of the 'Globe and Mail' outside (bonus points for being near the ocean), and preferably with a cup of tea. Pure happiness!

(08.12.10)

Erin :

Music makes me HAPPY!! it doesn't matter what genre, artist, where or when... any song or lyric can send me into a happy dance inside my head which often ends in me totally rocking it out to the outside!! Music is my saving grace and brings a smile to my face every time... especially important to me while cleaning!! :)

(08.12.10)

Danielle:

A movie night at home, with my kids and hubby, all snuggled on the couch, eating snacks, that makes me happy : )

(08.12.10)

Dawn:

My fiancee, sleepy Sundays and my cat and newly adopted kitten!

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Wil stevenson:

Two things make me happy. The first is a great cup of coffee with some great music and a great book on a Sunday morning.

The second thing is making my girlfriend laugh, because after all shouldn't life be about having fun with those who you love madly?

(08.12.10)

Shannon:

this is so hard as I find myself having so many things to be happy about! I am happy that I am taking some time for me after 14 years and am going to take a photography class at HC this winter!! I have been inspired by you I still look at the photos you took of me and smile as I cant believe what a great job you did and how great you made me feel that day! I hope maybe one day my pictures my be as good as yours.... maybe???

(08.12.10)

Amanda kember:

Taylor (my daughter as you know) have a special thing. Everytime we want to tell each other we love each without anyone knowing. We will squeeze the others hand three times. One time I went into her bedroom after she had been asleep for awhile and grabbed her hand. I squeezed it 3 times... And she sqeezed mine back without even knowing. Special little things like that make me smile :)

(08.12.10)

Tammy:

What makes me happy? So many things that I take for granted from time to time...my kids, my husband, my health, our great country and our freedom. Too many to name.... :)

(08.12.10)

kath siebert:

i love food. eating makes me smile. especially if the food can be prepared with friends all stepping on each other's toes in the kitchen, belly laughing at our life moments and sipping our wine while the aroma of dinner fills the house. experiencing food with friends. it's a winner - every time.

(08.12.10)

Natalie:

Pictures make me happy...and I LOVE to smile at EVERYONE!

(08.12.10)

Debbie Brady:

Fireworks make me happy. We had the best new Years eve while in India. We were dancing in the courtyard when the sky lit up with beautiful colours. It was amazing. I also love to see trees lit up. My husband says I will watch an entire movie just because it has a decorated and lit Christmas tree. I am a HUGE fan. Christmas eve is the only night each year that I sleep very lightly...'cause I'm still a believer :o)

(08.12.10)

Laura Cococcia:

Thanks for Tweeting your post to me - and I love your blog! Things that make me happy: warm, gooey, homemade chocolate chip cookies. I try to have one every day.

(08.12.10)

trista hevey:

One thing that makes me happy? Oh my..just ONE. I am a happy soul and try to be 98% of the time....If I had to narrow it down to just one thing then I'd say putting the windows down in my car, turning the music up and singing....good/bad, doesn't matter...JUST having FUN! Alone, with my hubby in the car, mom or friends..either way it always makes me HAPPY!!! Brings joy to my heart, sometimes a tear to my eye....but emotions come up...which is a good thing :) That's HAPPY....now I am off to smile at some strangers!!!!!

(08.12.10)

Kim MSMF:

FAMILY!! Yep all of them. I love them and they make me feel proud and lucky. :)

(08.13.10)

SueAnne:

Hmmmm...what makes me "Happy" is seeing the people I love happy

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Louise Wilson:

Looking into my husbands eyes and knowing that I am married to my Rock, my best friend and feeling so much incredible love when he holds me, its real.
My children laughing,walking up to me and hugging me just because.
Watching a child walk up to the alter at churh and pray.
I literally just got a phone call while writing this saying my shift was changed to days instead of nights, this makes me incredibly happy! I will see my kids through the week now :D
Watching the Lord work.
Chocolate :)

(08.13.10)

Erin:

Having a wonderful and support husband and two beautiful girls! Simple but it makes a world of difference.

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Diane Parsons:

The thing that makes me happiest in the world right now is spending time with my kids when we have nowhere we have to be and nothing we have to do. We can just do whatever we want with no agenda. Of course, this only works when they aren't fighting with each other.

(08.13.10)

Banksy:

Thank You! I've been debating on whether to read this book or not for a while now and after reading this post I RAN out and bought the book this morning. Thanks for the inspiration...Speaking of inspiration, that is something that makes me bubble over with happiness. Inspiration is EVERYWHERE - so go out and become inspired.
Thanks again :)

(08.13.10)

Frances:

Connections make me happy....between people; of people to places; to ideas....there are so many and I'm so happy that my job is all about creating connections.

(08.13.10)

Sandra Regier:

Many Many things make me happy... My husband, my kids, my amazing photography sista's (of which you are one) ... Going to the beach, drinking a glass of red wine. I am so blessed and so happy with my life!

(08.13.10)

Heidi:

Sunday. 10:00 pm. HBO. True Blood - one hour of happy Heidi :)

I smile at strangers too and I like to over tip when my change purse allows it.

(08.14.10)