1. Family

I can’t do anything without the support of my family. My family makes every crappy situation better. I know they are always there for me. Because of their encouragement, support and love, they give me the confidence to be happy with who I am and who I strive to be. I love you guys. Thanks for making me happy.

2. Friends

I love my friends. College has given me so many opportunities to meet the coolest people. I love meeting new people, and listening to their stories. It makes me happy knowing that friends can trust me and confide in me. Going on adventures and taking pictures with friends is one of my favorite things to do!!! Thanks for making me happy

3. Food

FOOOOD!! Ugh I love food. My heart skips a beat when I’m at a restaurant and I see my food coming. Obviously, Mac and Cheese makes me happiest. But all food is good food. I always look forward to eating. Once I finish a meal I’m already excited for my next meal… (this is probably why I genuinely gained the freshmen 15 lol) Thanks for making me happy hahahha

4. Travel

Going somewhere new is always exciting! It allows me to get out of my comfort zone. I love exploring and seeing different places around the world. Eating new foods, learning new facts, and meeting all different kinds of people makes traveling that much more exciting. I highly recommend taking time off from reality and traveling. Life is short, take time to yourself. Thanks for making me happy

5. Movies

On a rainy day, watching a romcom is the best way to pass the time. My roommate and I love the same genres, so it’s always fun picking out movies we are going to watch together. Movies always cheer me up! I love all types of movies, ones that make me laugh, cry, scared, anxious etc. Thanks for making me happy

6. College

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA I LOVE YOU. College has been the best part of my life. Every single part of it. Even the stress makes me happy. Without stress, I’m not motivated to succeed. I love learning, I love doing well on tests, I love feeling accomplished. Aside from learning, college has given me the best group of girls to be able to call my sisters. I will always be proud to say I’m an Alpha Phi. I have been given so many opportunities at this school. I have learned life lessons, I’ve been given job experience, I have learned how to balance my schedule, and communicate with all different types of people. College, thanks for making me happy

7. Going to the chip with my dad

The best way to get away, is to go to the middle of nowhere (Radisson, Wisconsin) and fish for a couple days. My family has property on the Chippewa River, and a few times a year my dad will either take my brother or me (my mother would rather not be bitten by bugs) to the chip to fish, camp, make s’mores, hotdogs and enjoy nature. There are only a few restaurants in town but they’re all amazing. Best pancakes and burgers ever. I love being able to spend quality time with my dad. We play crazy eights in the tent and he beats me every time! So many memories at the chip, like once when I was peeing in the woods and A DEER WALKED RIGHT UP TO ME AND I FREAKED OUT. So many laughs are shared at the chip. Thanks for making me happy!

8. Shopping

My mom and I can both relate to shopping making us happy. Bored? Shop! Lazy? Online shop! Need to exercise? Buy a lot of clothes with a lot of bags and walk around the mall of America! So many reasons to shop. Thanks for making me happy

9. Boys

Lol ok this is kind of a joke, but not really. Thanks for making me happy hahaa

10. Social media

Social media, though causes lots of anxiety, allows me to have my own platform. I can share my personal stories, pictures, videos on the internet and my friends and family can stay in the loop of my life. Even if no one likes my pictures or reads my blog, it makes me happy knowing I can put myself out there and do something I love. Thanks for making me happy

11. Coffee dates

Coffee dates are probably something that makes me most happy. I love talking. I love listening. I could sit at a cute coffee shop for hours and talk with whomever. Coffee shops in general give off such a positive vibe and such a welcoming environment. I just love them. Thanks for making me happy.

P.S. if you’re a cute boy and you take me on a coffee date, I’ll probably have a crush on you by the end of the day ;)

p.s. The featured picture is the day I left for Israel and it was such a happy day for me :)