THINGS THAT MAKE YOU MERRY #5- #12

Well... it's official.  I am a terrible blogger. I am now 11 days behind on posting happy things that could potentially help to brighten your day, week, holiday season, and general out look on life!!  Okay... I won't give myself that much credit, but If you'll take it, I would like to squeeze a little bit more merriment into your holiday season! 

To make up for my slacking, below you will find a whole bunch of new additions to THINGS THAT MAKE YOU MERRY (#5-#12)!

#5. Discovering Gems While Online Shopping

Like this pillow for example. It reads" Always be yourself.  Unless you're a unicorn.  Then always be a unicorn."  #GEM

#6. Unusual Baby Names From 2012

They may be unusual, but at least two children had to have been given one of these "unusual names" to make the list! You'll have to click on this link below to read the full article, but I will share with you, a few of my favorite names from 2012: YOGA and ESPN. 

http://gawker.com/5967948/2012s-definitive-list-of-unusual-baby-names

#7. Deals To Share At Starbucks

Grab a friend and share a coffee from 2pm-5pm! Starbucks is offering a buy one get one free deal, valid through December 16th (tomorrow)! Enjoy!

http://rekindle.starbucks.com

#8. Talented Friends

If you don't know my incredibly talented, photographer friend, Katherine, then you are missing out! And yes, that is how I introduce her to people... "Hi, this is my incredibly talented, photographer friend, Katherine." -- Just kidding, but I think it!  If you are looking for beautiful photos to capture that special moment (or many special moments), you will definitely want to call upon Katherine Miles Jones!  Check out her website below for a peak at some of her work! 

http://www.katherinemilesjones.com/

#9. National Cupcake Day

What could be better than a whole day dedicated to the glory that is, a CUPCAKE!? Absolutely nothing!  This year National Cupcake Day falls on Saturday, December 15th, and I plan to eat as many cupcakes as humanly possible! YUM! 

PS. I promise that this is a real day, and that I didn't just make it up!! 
PPS. The photo above is taken from one of my favorite cupcake spots in NYC (special thanks to my mom for introducing me) : http://www.georgetowncupcake.com/ 


#10. A Charlie Brown Christmas

This Christmas classic, never gets old! Watching A Charlie Brown Christmas always reminds me of my sophomore year of high school.  My English class was asked to perform a stage version of our favorite holiday story, and we couldn't help but choose, A Charlie Brown Christmas .   While we all played memorable parts in the play, one classmate, stole the show, with his short line, "An ugly tree!"  For anyone that was in Mr. Bellarosa's English class, I'm sure you remember that too!  All high school memories aside, this movie always brings a smile to my face, and I bet it makes you smile too.

#11. The Golden Globe Nominations

If you're a lover of film then you too, will love this list of the 2013 Golden Globe Nominations!  Click on the link below for the full list, but before that, know that Lincoln is leading with the most nominations.  If you haven't seen it yet... (don't worry I haven't either), than I think it's time to head out to the movies (I'm planning to go this afternoon, if anyone wants to join me)!

http://www.goldenglobes.org/2012/12/nominations-2013/

#12. Hershey's Candy Cane Kisses

I discovered these delicious little guys, last year, and I just couldn't get enough of them!  In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if I ate two or three bags of candy cane kisses, all by myself. haha They are just too good to pass up! 

PS. The Candy Cane Kisses are an excellent addition to any Christmas Treat (IE: cookies or brownies)!