In no particular order, these are the "small victories" of life. They are brief tokens that the simple things in life, the little surprises and unexpected positives, are truly to be appreciated.
1. Getting Extra Food In Your Fast Food Order
Umm, yes please. Whether it’s finding a curly fry in your regular fry order, or receiving an extra value meal, we all know the feeling of free food.
2. Finding The Exact Amount of Loose Change
Most of the time it seems like you don’t have the right amount of change, but the one or two times you find enough quarters or pennies is almost a God-send.
3. Finding Your Phone After Your "Mini" Where's-My-Phone Panic Attack
We’ve all had those “oh my God” moments when we can’t remember where our misplaced phone is. Check your friend who probably has your phone, then your coat and pants pockets, only to realize your phone was hiding in the most convoluted, hidden pocket of your bag. Once that wave of panic disappears, it's smooth sailing.
4. When There’s No Line To The Restroom
It’s not just the relief of being able to use the restroom, it’s the moment you open the door to see no line and, if you’re lucky, an entirely empty restroom.
5. Being Able To Change Clothes After A Long Day
Just had an 8-hour work shift? Grab the sweatpants off the floor, (You know, the ones you had on after yesterday’s shift) climb into bed, and relax; you’ve done enough “adulting” for one day.
6. Seeing An Old Married Couple
Aww, look at those cuties holding hands. Bonus if one of them says “You remind me of when I was your age!” #relationship goals
7. Finding An Old Journal or Diary
Ah yes, the reminder of the awkward teenage years. It’s a moment to laugh at your old self but also a reminder of how far you’ve come since then.
8. When Your Package Finally Arrives
Even though you’ve been tracking it for days now (and you’ve been expecting it to arrive Friday before 8pm) it’s that moment when you come home and find your package waiting on the doorstep. It’s the moment you see your name on the box and can rip it open with the nearest scissor, pen, key, or sharp object you can find.
9. When Your Favorite Song Comes On The Radio
It might even be a throwback you haven’t heard in quite some time or an overplayed song of the top 40s you’ve heard for weeks now. Either way, sing your heart out and enjoy those three minutes of bliss.
10. When You Find a Bargain Deal
You know those items that were incorrectly marked? You know, the ones that are actually an additional 60% off clearance? It’s a sign you need to buy that cute shirt (last in your size in perfect condition) IMMEDIATELY. Yes, your coupon applies as well.
11. When You See Your Food Coming in a Restaurant
This satisfactory moment disregards previous fleeting moments of disappointment when you saw another table’s food being delivered.
12. That Moment You Fall in Love with a Netflix Show
It might not even be the pilot episode of season 1, but it’s that specific episode that makes you say, “yes Netflix, I am still watching” that reminds you true love really does exist…and you found your excuse to not leave the house.
13. The First Sip of Coffee or Tea
And the second sip. And the third sip. And the second and third cups of coffee to follow.
14. When a Baby Smiles at You
No, you can’t take him even though he is the cutest thing in the darn world and you just want to pinch his chubby little cheeks (Human or dog, let’s be real).
