We asked some of our favorite folks what makes them happy and why?

Anna Schuster | Local Artist

What truly makes me happy is spending quality time with my 11 year old daughter. We like to spend as much free time as possible outdoors, exploring, and traveling. She’s always up for any adventure I throw her way, and enters it with curiosity, positivity, and a unique view. I’m all smiles when I see the joy on her face when she experiences a new view or learns a new life skill. Read more>>

Mia Cheung | Pet Caretaker

When I get to snuggle up with a dog or cat in bed at the end of the day. I just love taking a few moments with them to lay around and hug them. It calms my mind and gets me excited for my day. Read more>>

Gina Yeo | Landscape Photographer and Instructor

Life is busy and filled with responsibilities and obligations, and then there are moments of calm and peace. Happiness, to me, is about perspective. It’s the little moments in the hustle and bustle, like the laughter of my children or the bounce of my springer spaniel. Gratitude for these moments is what makes me happy. Read more>>

Amy Johnson | Veterinary Technician and Photographer

The outdoors. I thrive on being outside whether it be hiking, camping, 4wheeling, paddle boarding, it really doesn’t matter. I always have my camera on me and spend my time outdoors documenting everything I see. I have always been replenished by the outdoors and know that is where I am going to find my happiness, and work through my problems and stress. Read more>>

Mary Giacomini | Fine artist & instructor

I love to create art. I paint places, people and things that make me happy. I also enjoy teaching art. I love to see ‘the lights go on’ when someone absorbs what I tell or show them and they ‘get it’ It’s satisfying to see students really be happy with what they learned to create. Read more>>