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When you see this, post five things that make you happy.

I've just done this quickly, based on what I'm into right now.

In no particular order:

Sunny days, especially in winter. There's something about the quality of the light in the winter months that makes the sun seem extra-special. It's great for photos too.

Snuggling up in my blanket to read a good fanfic. It might be one I've read before or a new one from a favourite author, or a new author altogether. The adventure is never-ending.

Getting nice comments on something I've created - that's such a lovely feeling, to find someone likes something that I've made. I don't care if it's art or fic, feebdack always makes me smile.

Buying art supplies. I think I might be addicted, but I love ordering new watercolours, or paint brushes, or sketchpads. Even though I have enough to set up my own shop, and 90% of my stocks won't get used because I'm scared of messing it up.

Finding a new artist to admire and be inspired by. Actually, this one is a bit of a two edged sword, because there is always that moment where you look at someone's amazing art and are filled with the urge to go and try to recreate it, while knowing whatever you do won't be anywhere near as good. But to hell with feelings of inadequacy! Nothing ventured, nothing gained, and it's been pretty interesting seeing that a lot of these artists I admire have the exact same feelings when looking at another artist's work.

So, what makes you happy right now?