Social media is buzzing about "Chewbacca Lady". Candace Payne is a woman from Texas who decided to live stream the unveiling of her new Star Wars gadget on Facebook. Her video went viral due to her infectious laugh and passion about Star Wars. To think that anything could make someone happier than Candace Payne was about her new mask seems impossible, but since I'm not particularly a Star Wars fan, I beg to differ. Here are 25 things that make me happier than "Chewbacca-Lady".
1. Ice Cream
This frozen treat can easily turn a bad day into a good one.
2. Puppies
Who doesn't love puppies?
3. Rain
Although most people find rainy days to be gloomy and depressing, I find joy in them.
4. Smiling
Smiling releases hormones in your brain that tells you you're happy.5. Starbucks
Whether it's hot or cold, Starbucks makes any day great.
6. Fireplaces
Something about the sound of the crackling flames and the smell of the burning wood makes me happy.
7. Netflix marathons
You can't be upset about having nothing but watching TV to do all day.
8. Stargazing
Staring into the never ending night sky is so relaxing, and is one of my favorite things to do.
9. Being at the lake
The sound of the waves, the smiling faces, the warm sun, it's impossible to be unhappy at the lake.
10. Autumn leaves
The crunching of autumn leaves beneath my feet is so satisfying. It puts an instant smile on my face.
11. Sunshine
Feeling the sun beat down on your skin is so relaxing, plus it gives you a good tan.
12. Movie nights
The simplicity of curling up into a blanket, getting lost in a good movie and eating a lot of popcorn is a definite mood booster.
13. Nutella
I LOVE NUTELLA; there isn't much else to it.
14. Friends
Friends know how to make you happy, especially best friends.
15. Family
16. Wine
Betty White said it best.
17. Baseball games
From the crack of the bat, to the 7th inning stretch, there is so much to enjoy about baseball.
18. DIY projects
Even if the project is a pain in the butt, you get to take pride in knowing you did it yourself.
19. Hugs
Hugs make everyone feel better.
20. Bad puns
There is nothing better than a bad pun, really.
21. Cozy blankets
Same, Homer, same.22. Making other people happy
Simply knowing that I have made another person happy, instantly makes me happy.
23. Completing my to-do list
After getting everything done that you needed to, you get to do whatever you want! That's exciting!
24. Seeing new places
It brings me happiness to explore and discover new places. It is interesting to see how different places are from where I live.
25. Laughing
Laughter is the best medicine.