Thank you, Margaret, for another wonderful, thought-provoking video! I had a grandfather who used to take me outside to look at the birds in the trees and feel the breezes on my face and then would look down at me and say, "With all this, what more could anyone want?" When I get the urge to have more "stuff," I always think of him and those experiences. I try to go out and focus on the small details in nature, become a child again and really notice things. For me, it really does allow me to realize I don't need anymore "stuff." Even with all of the unpleasant things going on in the world, there really is such beauty in it too. Have a wonderful day, Margaret and friends in the Sixty and Me community!
I have found that one of the things that I treasure most of all is blessed silence! No television, no computer, no iPad....just sitting out in my backyard or on my steps and watching the world go by.
Yes indeed. And I have found that others rushing around me and some my painting friends don't get it. They get up by the clock and run, run, run all day. I lived by the ticking clock all my life and I do enjoy just playing in my home, I call it. I love people but I need lots of time out to sketch or creating designs and then just "be" still and silence, shutting out the world and being in my sanctuary and then ready to be social. I am very protective now of my me time. The best to you
Recently I've started drinking tea more often.(Could it be the Margaret influence?!) I still have coffee 1st thing in the morning which I always look forward to. Per my suggestion, I received a collection of loose teas for Christmas. I'm loving the ritual of choosing which one to try, measuring out amount, putting the kettle on & then while tea is brewing, set a couple of biscuits on a small thrifted much loved ceramic tray. When tea is ready I bring everything to what I call my sunroom. I sip & dunk my biscuits & watch the birds thru the window. One or more of my cats join me, too. I really look forward to my tea breaks - my simple pleasure. Thanks for doing these videos, Margaret.
A walk - I live in the suburbs - for me, my treat would be a city walk. Early days of Fall, Winter snow, Spring, Summer nights. A phone call with a friend to catch up. A curated television show. Trip to the library. A coffee/bite out with a friend. And, a sense of accomplishment, from some task done. Learning something new - seeing something from a different perspective.
Hi Margaret! I loved this episode because it really hits home. I have been downsizing since I had a spinal cord injury in 2018 and am very grateful that it did not leave me paralyzed. I appreciate being able to walk my dog and have the back door open today for some cool, cleansing breezes to come in. I am a registered nurse and had been caring for patients for 41 years. I see my injury as a message from the universe that it is time to stop and care for myself which I had not been doing. Now I'm watching my diet, exercising and doing simple things that I enjoy and it's like I have a new life! I really enjoy watching your videos because you are a positive person and I always feel better after watching them. Thank you for all of your efforts and know they are appreciated!
My favorite things are books. I do not collect figurines nor cutesy stuff, but I do collect books. They are my friends I love the smell & feel of a book. Can not read digitally or on Kindle!
I love the smell of Original Jergen's lotion- it's a cherry/almond scent. When I have a break at work, I love to put it on my hands and smell the wonderful scent.
Yes!!! Me too! You just reminded me of it. I will have to get one next time at the store. I didn't know they still sold it, guess I missed it on the shelf. I can smell it now. Thank you.
Hi Margaret, my favourite things are a well cut tailored skirt, salmon fried in extra virgin olive oil, fresh flowers and children’s paintings. Thank you for your uplifting videos.
My husband and i have been enjoying watching all the old reruns of Little House on the prairie 🙂. I also enjoy mint tea which contains both peppermint and spearmint; i add one teaspoon of raw sugar. I love your necklace Margaret. Thanks for the reminder about podcasts. Blessings to you in this New Year!
I love listening to podcasts too! Oprah Winfrey has one called SuperSoul Sunday interviewing wonderfully inspiring people. I also love The Moth, which is storytelling by all kinds of everyday people. The simple thing I love doing right now is hand stitchery. I do it every evening.
Happy New Year Margaret! Some of my simple pleasures are waking up with coffee and you tube, going for walks and window shopping/people watching, tea in the afternoon, binge watching on netflix, Family Feud game show, tumeric lattes, listening to the birds outside, I can hear the mama bird teaching the babies!
I love roaming Trader Joe's or other different or gourmet grocery stores, grocery stores of a different culture (That is how I found genmaicha tea - YUM! Try it! and Malaysian 3 in 1 instant coffees YUM, LOL), I like to grab my camera and snap nature photos of buds and plants, or getting "lost" somewhere intentionally and exploring as if I am a tourist. :-) I also like to send "thinking of you" cards to friends (it's nice to get something other than a bill!) or even make cards to drop in my neighbors mailboxes like "Happy Spring" or once my dog Riley sent Valen-Kinds Day cards to the neighbors ;-)
My simple pleasures: watching the day unfold as I sip my morning coffee, chicadees eating seeds from my hand, walking around the property I am blessed to live on, keeping up my home and the tiny house I built for extra income, caring for myself and eating well, and then getting ready for bed after a good day. Being grateful for every step, no longer allowing disabilities to hinder my joy. Thanks for being part of that joy! 😘
Lavender tea in a lavender top. I don't think that was an accident. Only you Margaret!!! My simple pleasures: Watching old reruns of Columbo, detective murder mysteries. Columbo is such a clever man who always makes me smile. Watching the sunrise during early morning walks. Eating a Pepperidge Farm french vanilla Pirouette.
I thought that by the time I was in my sixties..life would be simple. I try everyday to tap into simple pleasures, yet, I seem to find it more and more difficult. I do however, look forward to your videos. Thank you.
Lovely message today Margaret! I love pens and paper. Doodling, writing out affirmations, and keeping journals are a few ways I have found to enjoy writing every day
A few of my favourite things are scented candles, animals especially cats, tea and toast, autumn , turquoise nail varnish, jasmine, lavender, you tube, the ocean gosh I could go on forever 🌻🌻🌻
Hi from Indiana, and yes, I’m lounging at home in leggings! Simple pleasures... wild mushroom hunting (morels) in my 30 acres of woodlands usually in April. Probably unheard of in Switzerland but breaded and fried... yummy!At age 65, my family warns me against going alone, but I love the peace and tranquility of God’s creation, deer, turtles, wild turkey, even an eagles nest ! Thankfully no snakes yet lol! Love your videos. Sometime I’d like to hear from you more on smaller “luxury” cruises in Europe, even solo. On my bucket list! Happy new year!🎆
A lovely cup of tea daily sets my day in place. Followed by beautifully scented soaps & body wash in the shower. Dressing in comfy, pretty clothes. Listening to excellent speakers like you Margaret. Eating organic fruit & yogurt. Cuddling with my five-pound pup Lucy. Some … of my “happiness” choices for intentional living.
One of my simple pleasures is reading a good mystery novel when I go to bed and another one is stretching out (the feeling of contentment that eases over me). Looking at my family pictures while drinking my coffee. I love listening to your video s Margaret. I enjoy your necklace s and the top you are wearing g. I am 69. And being with my family sitting together in the same pew and singing beside my 9 year old greatgranddaughter!!we really belt out the songs!!☺☺☺. Love you!!
Hi Margaret I love making sugar cookies while listening to jazz music on a rainy Sunday afternoon. Of course I have to have my cup of green tea. I always drink it with a little splash of milk. 💕✌️
I find peace in putting away and out-of-sight any and all " to-do" items..paperwork, appt phone calls, meal preps, etc and just saying to myself " today is my free day" I pretend to be away and on vacation and even saying out loud " I love you" to myself! It's not being " crazy" but very, very wonderful..then just do whatever I please moment by moment throughout that day! Oh, I give myself a hug too! ( Try it, it makes for a glorious day) ❤
I love having flavored coffees such as Kahlua or Hazlenut. I love Earl Grey tea. I love a comforting meal like spaghetti with meatballs. Reading a good book. Sitting by a lake just before sunset watching the ducks.
There was a period of several years that I had an automatic coffee pot which could be set up the night before and have a pot of freshly brewed coffee ready when you came downstairs. What a treat! Good program today. Carol--Phoenix Arizona 2/2020
Great advice. I will try to figure out how to listen to podcasts. I am not sixty yet but I love being part of your followers because one of my simple pleasures is watching your videos ... they really make a great difference in my mood. I am a coffee drinker but I really feel is best to switch to tea and you make me crave drinking tea so much. I love drinking lemon grass tea... I have a plant and the smell is amazing.
I really liked this video, Margaret. I think it's all about finding happiness and contentment wherever you are; it's so hard to do but I believe it takes practice on a daily basis. Travel is great but you have to, at some point, go back home and find contentment there.
Hi Margaret, pink is a great colour for you and I love the necklace. You are so right the simple things are great I go to a local coffee shop and take a book with me and I look forward to that , they know me by name and I know them by name . I just enjoy that.
Absolutely adore scarves, they can light up an outfit and make me feel good. Like you I am also a fan of Celestial Seasonings teas. My favourite, especially during the winter months, is Bengal Spice, it's like Christmas in a cup. 😊
That is one thing i miss Olive - I must find a European distributor for Celestial Seasonings! I love Bengal Spice too - and i remember the packaging was beautiful too :-)
You have such a calming influence to me. Last several videos you look AWESOME. I’m wondering if you ‘HOMED’ in on final makeup products or still just use different products?
Margaret,, I put turmeric in my smoothies, it gives it a little spice. I am not sure it's for everyone (the taste), but if you make smoothies you might try it.
You look absolutely angelic in this lavender top! I love the title, "Happiness isn't complicated". You are so gracious and I consider you a friend and I'm going out to buy some leggings (from Grandma Bunny in Phoenix, AZ).
This is such a feel good video! Thank you for that...I too love my leggings and comfy long tops. I love the mornings when I take our golden retriever outside and smell the clean crisp air and just take a moment to reflect and be blessed.
Thank you, Margaret, for another wonderful, thought-provoking video! I had a grandfather who used to take me outside to look at the birds in the trees and feel the breezes on my face and then would look down at me and say, "With all this, what more could anyone want?" When I get the urge to have more "stuff," I always think of him and those experiences. I try to go out and focus on the small details in nature, become a child again and really notice things. For me, it really does allow me to realize I don't need anymore "stuff." Even with all of the unpleasant things going on in the world, there really is such beauty in it too. Have a wonderful day, Margaret and friends in the Sixty and Me community!
I have found that one of the things that I treasure most of all is blessed silence! No television, no computer, no iPad....just sitting out in my backyard or on my steps and watching the world go by.
Yes indeed. And I have found that others rushing around me and some my painting friends don't get it. They get up by the clock and run, run, run all day. I lived by the ticking clock all my life and I do enjoy just playing in my home, I call it. I love people but I need lots of time out to sketch or creating designs and then just "be" still and silence, shutting out the world and being in my sanctuary and then ready to be social. I am very protective now of my me time. The best to you
Recently I've started drinking tea more often.(Could it be the Margaret influence?!) I still have coffee 1st thing in the morning which I always look forward to. Per my suggestion, I received a collection of loose teas for Christmas. I'm loving the ritual of choosing which one to try, measuring out amount, putting the kettle on & then while tea is brewing, set a couple of biscuits on a small thrifted much loved ceramic tray. When tea is ready I bring everything to what I call my sunroom. I sip & dunk my biscuits & watch the birds thru the window. One or more of my cats join me, too. I really look forward to my tea breaks - my simple pleasure. Thanks for doing these videos, Margaret.
Thank you so much Toni for joining the conversation and the "tea tribe" :-) Have a wonderful day Toni - lovely to have you here!
I love a spritz of my favorite perfume,watching an old movie,reading a good book!
A walk - I live in the suburbs - for me, my treat would be a city walk. Early days of Fall, Winter snow, Spring, Summer nights. A phone call with a friend to catch up. A curated television show. Trip to the library. A coffee/bite out with a friend. And, a sense of accomplishment, from some task done. Learning something new - seeing something from a different perspective.
Hi Margaret! I loved this episode because it really hits home. I have been downsizing since I had a spinal cord injury in 2018 and am very grateful that it did not leave me paralyzed. I appreciate being able to walk my dog and have the back door open today for some cool, cleansing breezes to come in. I am a registered nurse and had been caring for patients for 41 years. I see my injury as a message from the universe that it is time to stop and care for myself which I had not been doing. Now I'm watching my diet, exercising and doing simple things that I enjoy and it's like I have a new life! I really enjoy watching your videos because
you are a positive person and I always feel better after watching them. Thank you for all of your efforts and know they are appreciated!
My favorite things are books. I do not collect figurines nor cutesy stuff, but I do collect books. They are my friends I love the smell & feel of a book. Can not read digitally or on Kindle!
One of my simple pleasures is reading a book, the library is my happy place ...
I love the smell of Original Jergen's lotion- it's a cherry/almond scent. When I have a break at work, I love to put it on my hands and smell the wonderful scent.
Yes!!! Me too! You just reminded me of it. I will have to get one next time at the store. I didn't know they still sold it, guess I missed it on the shelf. I can smell it now. Thank you.
Hi Margaret, my favourite things are a well cut tailored skirt, salmon fried in extra virgin olive oil, fresh flowers and children’s paintings. Thank you for your uplifting videos.
Favorites, morning coffee , soft sheets and blankets , also scarves.
One of my simple joys now, is watching and listening.
to you! You brighten my day. You give me new ideas and you give me new hope..
Thank you!
I love podcasts and peaceful guitar music in the mornings as I start my day ☺️
My husband and i have been enjoying watching all the old reruns of Little House on the prairie 🙂. I also enjoy mint tea which contains both peppermint and spearmint; i add one teaspoon of raw sugar. I love your necklace Margaret. Thanks for the reminder about podcasts. Blessings to you in this New Year!
I love listening to podcasts too! Oprah Winfrey has one called SuperSoul Sunday interviewing wonderfully inspiring people. I also love The Moth, which is storytelling by all kinds of everyday people.
The simple thing I love doing right now is hand stitchery. I do it every evening.
Happy New Year Margaret! Some of my simple pleasures are waking up with coffee and you tube, going for walks and window shopping/people watching, tea in the afternoon, binge watching on netflix, Family Feud game show, tumeric lattes, listening to the birds outside, I can hear the mama bird teaching the babies!
All sounds lovely!
I love roaming Trader Joe's or other different or gourmet grocery stores, grocery stores of a different culture (That is how I found genmaicha tea - YUM! Try it! and Malaysian 3 in 1 instant coffees YUM, LOL), I like to grab my camera and snap nature photos of buds and plants, or getting "lost" somewhere intentionally and exploring as if I am a tourist. :-) I also like to send "thinking of you" cards to friends (it's nice to get something other than a bill!) or even make cards to drop in my neighbors mailboxes like "Happy Spring" or once my dog Riley sent Valen-Kinds Day cards to the neighbors ;-)
My simple pleasures: watching the day unfold as I sip my morning coffee, chicadees eating seeds from my hand, walking around the property I am blessed to live on, keeping up my home and the tiny house I built for extra income, caring for myself and eating well, and then getting ready for bed after a good day. Being grateful for every step, no longer allowing disabilities to hinder my joy. Thanks for being part of that joy! 😘
I love a soft warm washcloth for my face every morning. Hibiscus tea🌺
Thank you for this topic, it gave me something to think about! You look beautiful today!
Thank you so much.
Lavender tea in a lavender top. I don't think that was an accident. Only you Margaret!!!
My simple pleasures: Watching old reruns of Columbo, detective murder mysteries. Columbo is such a clever man who always makes me smile.
Watching the sunrise during early morning walks.
Eating a Pepperidge Farm french vanilla Pirouette.
Ellen I love the old movies too seems like there are less ads as well. It really is a nice way to relax.
@@laurensouthgate2458 Lauren, Looks like we're on the same wavelength! That guy just makes me laugh, him and his raincoat when it isn't raining.
I thought that by the time I was in my sixties..life would be simple. I try everyday to tap into simple pleasures, yet, I seem to find it more and more difficult. I do however, look forward to your videos. Thank you.
THANK YOU MARGARET!
Hello Rose😊
Lovely message today Margaret! I love pens and paper. Doodling, writing out affirmations, and keeping journals are a few ways I have found to enjoy writing every day
A few of my favourite things are scented candles, animals especially cats, tea and toast, autumn , turquoise nail varnish, jasmine, lavender, you tube, the ocean gosh I could go on forever 🌻🌻🌻
Thank You Margaret, for Your inspiring Video! Have a Nice Day.
Hi from Indiana, and yes, I’m lounging at home in leggings! Simple pleasures... wild mushroom hunting (morels) in my 30 acres of woodlands usually in April. Probably unheard of in Switzerland but breaded and fried... yummy!At age 65, my family warns me against going alone, but I love the peace and tranquility of God’s creation, deer, turtles, wild turkey, even an eagles nest ! Thankfully no snakes yet lol! Love your videos. Sometime I’d like to hear from you more on smaller “luxury” cruises in Europe, even solo. On my bucket list! Happy new year!🎆
Napenda bustani za mboga na maua. I love gaderning.
A lovely cup of tea daily sets my day in place. Followed by beautifully scented soaps & body wash in the shower. Dressing in comfy, pretty clothes. Listening to excellent speakers like you Margaret. Eating organic fruit & yogurt. Cuddling with my five-pound pup Lucy. Some … of my “happiness” choices for intentional living.
One of my simple pleasures is reading a good mystery novel when I go to bed and another one is stretching out (the feeling of contentment that eases over me). Looking at my family pictures while drinking my coffee. I love listening to your video s Margaret. I enjoy your necklace s and the top you are wearing g. I am 69. And being with my family sitting together in the same pew and singing beside my 9 year old greatgranddaughter!!we really belt out the songs!!☺☺☺. Love you!!
Love you too Janet - thank you so much for sharing your lovely story! Have a fabulous weekend!
Sixty and Me hello Magret napenda video zako. I love your videos.
Hi Margaret I love making sugar cookies while listening to jazz music on a rainy Sunday afternoon. Of course I have to have my cup of green tea. I always drink it with a little splash of milk. 💕✌️
I find peace in putting away and out-of-sight any and all " to-do" items..paperwork, appt phone calls, meal preps, etc and just saying to myself " today is my free day" I pretend to be away and on vacation and even saying out loud " I love you" to myself! It's not being " crazy" but very, very wonderful..then just do whatever I please moment by moment throughout that day! Oh, I give myself a hug too! ( Try it, it makes for a glorious day) ❤
I love having flavored coffees such as Kahlua or Hazlenut. I love Earl Grey tea. I love a comforting meal like spaghetti with meatballs. Reading a good book. Sitting by a lake just before sunset watching the ducks.
There was a period of several years that I had an automatic coffee pot which could be set up the night before and have a pot of freshly brewed coffee ready when you came downstairs. What a treat! Good program today.
Carol--Phoenix Arizona 2/2020
Great advice. I will try to figure out how to listen to podcasts. I am not sixty yet but I love being part of your followers because one of my simple pleasures is watching your videos ... they really make a great difference in my mood. I am a coffee drinker but I really feel is best to switch to tea and you make me crave drinking tea so much. I love drinking lemon grass tea... I have a plant and the smell is amazing.
I enjoy spending time with you ;) thanks for sharing..
I really liked this video, Margaret. I think it's all about finding happiness and contentment wherever you are; it's so hard to do but I believe it takes practice on a daily basis. Travel is great but you have to, at some point, go back home and find contentment there.
You are amazing . I love watching you. It’s very Inspiring. It ‘s just wonderful watching videos for women our age 👍👏
Hi Margaret, pink is a great colour for you and I love the necklace.
You are so right the simple things are great I go to a local coffee shop and take a book with me and I look forward to that , they know me by name and I know them by name . I just enjoy that.
Love. Love. Love 1978-1985 punk/new wave music. Absolutely the best time for music ever!
Absolutely adore scarves, they can light up an outfit and make me feel good. Like you I am also a fan of Celestial Seasonings teas. My favourite, especially during the winter months, is Bengal Spice, it's like Christmas in a cup. 😊
That is one thing i miss Olive - I must find a European distributor for Celestial Seasonings! I love Bengal Spice too - and i remember the packaging was beautiful too :-)
You look happy
You have such a calming influence to me. Last several videos you look AWESOME. I’m wondering if you ‘HOMED’ in on final makeup products or still just use different products?
Hi there - thank you for the very kind comments. I have been using Bare Minerals for the past few weeks - i love the mineral veil finishing powder :-)
Another jeweled top with the perfect necklace to go with it.
Yup, your hair definitely looks the business 👍
Margaret,, I put turmeric in my smoothies, it gives it a little spice. I am not sure it's for everyone (the taste), but if you make smoothies you might try it.
I just love to watch your videos. You are a lovely lady and your voice is very soothing. I am a professional window shopper. HeHe! Makes me happy! 😊
You look absolutely angelic in this lavender top! I love the title, "Happiness isn't complicated". You are so gracious and I consider you a friend and I'm going out to buy some leggings (from Grandma Bunny in Phoenix, AZ).
Off topic I know but I love your top Margaret! Just lovely😊
My earrings are my simple pleasure 😆💕
@@fredjohnson5458 Hello Fred.
You look so soft and young in softer colors. I especially like what you are wearing today. Are you familiar with Dressing Your Truth?
This is such a feel good video! Thank you for that...I too love my leggings and comfy long tops. I love the mornings when I take our golden retriever outside and smell the clean crisp air and just take a moment to reflect and be blessed.