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What Brightens Your Day? PARLOR TALK Readers share what makes them smile. "My cat, Mouse, is the bright light that got me through the COVID lockdown, a job change, and the passing of my father. She provides me with endless love, comfort, and joy. I cherish the time I have with her." - Deanna D., TX "My day is brightened up when I have a good laugh. Laughing makes me feel better and relieves stress. I usually laugh the hardest when I watch some of my favorite TV shows." - Cr ystal A., WA "Coming home from work and seeing my daughter's smile is the absolute best. It doesn't matter what kind of day I had, her sweet disposition will make me instantly forget any worries." - Martin L., TX "I'm a teacher, so I enjoy watching my students learn and grow. Just being able to do my job and see how I have an impact makes each day better." - Gar vin W., MI "Sunshine and a cool breeze are enough to brighten my day. Nice weather brings me happiness, and a sunny day makes me think nothing can go wrong." - Karina B., TX "Working out in the morning at my local kickboxing studio always brightens my day. To start my day not only productively, but also surrounded by positive, energetic, goal-oriented people, lifts me up and puts me in a great headspace!" - Kim M., IL "I love starting my day by drinking espresso and sitting on my patio. I take in the morning sun and listen to all the daily sounds—kids chatting as they wait for the bus, birds chirping, dogs barking in the distance, and cars driving by—and ground myself before I start working." - Christy T., NV "Recently, I've been arranging fresh flowers around my home. They brighten up my rooms and add fun pops of color that make me smile." - Emily B., VA Follow Us on Instagram! @cominghomemag