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the secret to happiness

January 17, 2016 Brittany Fullwood
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dress (on sale & perfect for Valentine's Day!) | pumps | necklace (sold out online but still in J.Crew stores; similar here)

You probably saw the title of this post and thought this girl is crazy, there is no such secret. And actually, you'd be correct. There are few things I know for certain in life, and the fact that we're responsible for our own happiness is one of them. Some days I can tell that I woke up on the wrong side of the bed and no matter what happens, I'm gonna be moody about it. On those particular days, I'm choosing to be a grouch. Happiness is always a better choice, for my own well-being and those around me (yes Zach, especially you!).

The real "secret", though, is one that took me a mere twenty-eight years to realize. And the secret is that happiness comes from having something to look forward to. It sounds simple, right? And maybe like a bunch of bull. But think hard about it. I'll give some examples.

My eighty-year-old grandmother has lived a long, wonderful life. Five years ago, she lost the love of her life to cancer. Not long after, she was diagnosed with cancer and has been undergoing chemo treatments on and off for several years. She lives alone, in the house she and my grandpa built over sixty years ago. I talk to her on the phone almost every day, and what keeps her going is having something to look forward to. Sometimes it's small, like a lunch with one of her friends. For months it was my wedding, and then my brother's wedding, and now she's anxiously awaiting the arrival of a great-grandson. These are the things that she wants to talk about; not her loss, or health, or the poor state of the economy. She thinks about the exciting times to come, and she feels content. She doesn't need any more, or any less, than that.

In exactly two weeks, it will be two years since we lost my best friend, Brittney Granger, in a tragic car accident. For months I wondered if I'd ever really experience true joy again. I thought life would lose so much of it's luster, and my days seemed dark without her laugh and love. If I did ever feel a ping of delight, which I did often because Bear was a year old and having so many firsts, I felt guilty. I thought I shouldn't be feeling such joy without my Beanie here to share those times. Then one night I was thinking about her funeral, and the preacher's words finally sank in. You'll see her again. Not just in my dreams, or memories, or photographs. I'll see her again in heaven, and we'll eat Cadbury Eggs and hit golf balls and play practical jokes on all our friends (okay maybe not the last thing, depends on how strict the rules are up there). But you see, I can be happy knowing that we have endless wonderful times to come. I might have to wait a while for a Beanie reunion, but guaranteed it'll be worth the wait. And I smile just thinking about it.

As Christians, we believe that it only gets better from here. Life on earth is temporary, and what awaits us is far greater than anything we can imagine. That in itself is enough to render elation and put everything in perspective.
Even if you don't share these beliefs, you can plan. Set goals. Dream. Never stop anticipating the good. Within that mindset, happiness awaits. Carolyn Leigh said it best when she wrote The Best is Yet to Come.

Wishing you lots of hugs & happiness today and always.
xo, Britt

In fashion Tags fashion, Valentine's Day, style
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Had the best lunch pizza date with friends and Boone napped long enough to let Mommy chow down (he knew he’d get some later😉). Wore my new fav white denim shorts that are just $12, high-waisted, & longer in the back🙌🏻 http://liketk.it/2vqAV #liketkit @liketoknow.it #momlife #mommyandme #babygram #babyboy #topknot #styleblogger #ootd #stylist
🥨Don’t get it twisted🥨- two pretzels are always better than one. But really I’m just in it for the cheese💁🏻‍♀️ #liketkit http://liketk.it/2vvgU @liketoknow.it 💙GIVEAWAY💙
We've teamed up with @matimatibaby to give away a $50 shop credit! All you have to do to enter:
- like this post
- follow us and @matimatibaby
- tag your friends who want to win too! 
That's it! Giveaway will run for 24 hours and winner will be announced on this photo. This is not sponsored or endorsed by Instagram. Good luck! Can you tell I have a thing for 2 piece sets? Also have a thing for white on white💁🏻‍♀️ We’ve had the laziest Monday and it’s pretty much been the best ever. Excited for Bear’s t-ball game this evening..they always keep us laughing! http://liketk.it/2vunL #liketkit @liketoknow.it #springstyle #stylegram #lotd #set #look #momstyle #brunch #styleblogger Now pie & lattes is a combo I can get behind🥧☕️ http://liketk.it/2vtN8 #liketkit @liketoknow.it Had such a fun day celebrating @aimeylux & her baby boy! I’m so thankful for my mama friends I’ve had since Bear was a baby- we’ve graduated from having play dates with our babies to having wine dates with each other😂 My navy polka dot set is just $23 & perfect for an outing with the girls! http://liketk.it/2vt8f #liketkit @liketoknow.it #polkadots #jumpsuit #twopieceset #brunch #saturdays #lotd #stripes #styleinspo Hoping the rain holds off in Houston this weekend so we can spend some more time at the pool!💦 This tassel swimmie is under $10, fits TTS (I’m wearing a small), & the quality is 👌🏻. Currently getting ready for @aimeylux baby shower tomorrow & can’t wait to spoil her baby boy! http://liketk.it/2vs4w @liketoknow.it #LTKswim  #liketkit #swimwear #swimsuit #tassels #poolday #poolside #poolparty #beachlife Like this photo, then go to--  @silverbelleloops to enter this 30 second GIVEAWAY🎉

We've teamed up with some of our favorite shops & bloggers to bring you nearly $500 in prizes!! ONE lucky winner will win a prize from each shop 🎊
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To enter:
1. Like this photo, then head to @silverbelleloops and follow the directions!
2.That's it! No looping! Quick and easy 🎉
3. BONUS ENTRY: Tag a few friends below.
This giveaway will end on Saturday, April 21st at 11:59 PM PST. Winner will be announced within 48 hours and will have 24 hours to claim. You are not eligible to win if you have won a @silverbelleloops giveaway in the past six months. This is not sponsored or endorsed by Instagram. Must be 18 years or older to enter. International winners are responsible for shipping. Good luck! These two....I can’t take the sweetness! Bear loves his baby brother so much, my heart could explode. http://liketk.it/2vrnH #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKbaby #LTKswim “And forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair.”- Khalil Gibran 🍃☀️ http://liketk.it/2vqRL #liketkit @liketoknow.it Had the best lunch pizza date with friends and Boone napped long enough to let Mommy chow down (he knew he’d get some later😉). Wore my new fav white denim shorts that are just $12, high-waisted, & longer in the back🙌🏻 http://liketk.it/2vqAV #liketkit @liketoknow.it #momlife #mommyandme #babygram #babyboy #topknot #styleblogger #ootd #stylist

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