My happy thing for today comes from yesterday, when French tennis player Julie Coin, ranked 188 in the world, beat #1 Ana Ivanovic at the US Open. Coin had to qualify to play in the open by winning 3 smaller tournaments, and this is her very first WTA-level tournament. She was freaked out when they moved the match to the biggest court, because she' ( Read more... )

Happy Things, Day 8: Um, WOW. The Chinese sure know how to throw an Olympic opening ceremony. It brought me to sappy tears several times. Completely gorgeous.

Day One, August Happiness Challenge: I just took a really good shower. And the Dodgers are tied at the moment, which means they're not losing! Also, L.A. has their first female Fire Chief. Go L.A.!