Completely, and perfectly, and incandescently happy...

There are pieces of life that I could absolutely write an essay on right now. And do you know how that essay would read? As drab and frustrated as a wet cat. So I have decided to adopt Jane Austen's philosophy by saying, "Let other pens dwell on guilt and misery." Or in this case, a keyboard...

Today was beautiful.

The weather was lovely, with just enough wind to remind you it is not spring quite yet.

The company was fantastic, because there is nothing better than getting to know someone you already were sure you would be kindred spirits with.

The choice of adventure, divine.

Today I took a mental health day. GASP! Yes, I did skip classes. I emailed my professors saying I had an engagement to attend and would be unable to make it to class. Better to be upfront than sneaky, either way I'm still not there. But I felt better about it (especially when reliable friends took notes for me!).

After my regular Thursday lunch date I headed off toward the local town library with my dear Gulz (jewels if you're trying to pronounce that...). We walked in the brisk and sunny afternoon laughing and lamenting life, but mostly laughing. After a rushed walk we arrived at the library just in time. Our event of the day? A Tea Party to celebrate Pride & Prejudice's 200th anniversary! My absolute FAVORITE tea place in town was catering the event for free! Free tea and scones? My favorite book? In a library? YES PLEASE! And if that was not enough to revive my inner literary nerd, Miss Steele, Vice President of Jane Austen Society of North America (JASNA), was speaking about the book.

She spoke about Jane Austen and her time period. The history of Pride and Prejudice. The wit, genius, and inventive thinking of Austen. The character development and some major points. I loved that she pointed out that the famous opening line of the book is reminiscent of the writing of the philosophical and political books of the time. Austen was opening a novel in the manner of a political note, and it was satire and wit. That was a piece of information I was glad to have attained, mostly because I appreciate it more now! The entire event was just beautiful.

Afterwards, Gulz and I headed to the local coffee shop to grab another pot of tea (okay, it was one cup at the party and one at the shop, I do NOT have a problem... or at least not a big one). We talked for a few hours and just laughed and enjoyed life. It was spectacular. We parted ways after walking back so she could grab dinner and I could nap and go on rounds. But after a bit of RA stuff and homework, we ended up watching Jane Eyre (the newest adaption). Gulz had never seen it before and it was so lovely to experience with her. All in all, I have had a very 19th century England sort of day. And of course, I have loved every second of it...

And now, I will enjoy every second of sleeping...