why I smile

-because my sister misses my blog

-because books are always wonderful

-because I have candles in my room

-because finding it hard to breathe is joyous and thrilling

-because we brush our teeth together

-because minions are a riot

-because she really believes in mermaids

-because trips around the island take half an hour

-because I feel safe with him

-because reading children's fiction is now a requirement

-because I put Nutella on everything

-because I ran a mile in 8:51

-because missing friends makes you realize how important they are to you

-because he hugged my grandma

-because life is a gift and I shouldn't need more reason than that