#1, my wonderful boyfriend.

#2, this glass of Coppola pinot noir at my elbow.

#3, the Dems regaining control of Congress.

#4, Robert Altman got some long-overdue respect before he died.

#5, while my job sucks, it pays very well and I know I won’t work there forever.

#6, I’ve had more chances to get my writing out there this year.

#7, there’s a new David Lynch film to look forward to.

#8, I have plenty to eat and a weekend of leisure ahead of me.

#9, dutch apple pie coming up soon.

#10, I have some really great friends out there who care about me.