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    As I See It

    On the International Day of Happiness — A Personal List

    by Deborah Bass Published: March 20, 2026

     

    Happiness depends upon ourselves.

    Aristotle, ancient Greek philosopher

     

    March 20 is the International Day of Happiness — a reminder to notice what truly lifts our lives.

    When I think about happiness, my mind goes first to the most important things: my husband, my children, my family, and the gift of good health. Those are the true foundations of my happiness. Today, I’m turning my attention to the smaller joys.

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    Lucky Bluebird: The Power of Believing

    by Deborah Bass Published: March 17, 2026

        Yesterday, walking to the mailbox, a blue bird darted from the flower bushes flying past …

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    This Is Not Your Mother’s Hormone Therapy — Aging Changes Can Be Treated Safely

    by Deborah Bass Published: March 8, 2026

      Before we begin, a quick note: I’m sharing my personal experience here — what happened to …

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    Day 13 — Cologne, Germany: A City of Locks & Fragrance

    by Deborah Bass Published: March 3, 2026

      If it were not for Eau de Cologne, I would not know how to live. — …

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    Why I Chose Robotic Surgery to Remove My Ovaries

    by Deborah Bass Published: February 28, 2026

    I share my life on this blog — heartfelt things and an eclectic mix of the pretty, …

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    Day 12: Castles in the Mist | Sailing the Rhine & Koblenz

    by Deborah Bass Published: February 23, 2026

      The storied, romantic Rhine is one of the world’s most legendary rivers—a muse for artists and …

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    What I’m Listening To: Old Friends by Pinegrove

    by Deborah Bass Published: February 19, 2026

    I don’t relate to this season of life, but I love this song. It sits in that …

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    Day 11 – Speyer, Germany & Life Aboard Our Viking River Cruise

    by Deborah Bass Published: February 2, 2026

      One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.— Henry Miller This …

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    Day 10 — Strasbourg, France: Walking Tour, Cathedral, and Canals

    by Deborah Bass Published: January 20, 2026

      Architecture is frozen music. — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe This post is part of my 33 Days …

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    January 17 is National Hot Buttered Rum Day

    Ice cream based, this homemade mix is kept in the freezer
    by Deborah Bass Published: January 16, 2026

    Every January 17 is National Hot Buttered Rum Day—a tradition that’s just as satisfying now as it …

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    Holiday Movies I Watch Every Year (Beyond the Usual Picks)

    by Deborah Bass Published: December 17, 2025

    My tradition this time of year is rewatching my favorite holiday movies. Not all of them are …

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    San Diego Skyline at Night

    by Deborah Bass Published: December 12, 2025

    A December night in San Diego while fishing for lobsters.The skyline lit up across the water — …

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    Why We Should Ban the Word “Should” — and Choose Easy Over Hard

    Mel Robbins interviews Dr. Duckworth
    by Deborah Bass Published: November 24, 2025

    You know that Aha! moment when you feel your perspective shift? The slight head tilt that follows? …

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    Day 9 – From Red Poppies to Courage: The Black Forest & WWII Stories

    by Deborah Bass Published: November 12, 2025

      I was in search      but could not find the missing         …

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    The Let Them Theory—By Mel Robbins

    Book Review
    by Deborah Bass Published: November 4, 2025

    Mel Robbins’ The Let Them Theory  may be one of the simplest books I’ve ever read—and also …

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Hey, there. I'm Deborah~

Writer. Miner of meaning. Beautiful things seeker. I write about whatever sparks inspiration or brings joy—things that make my solar plexus twirl—travel, art, urban expeditions, and the human experience, as well as tougher topics like dark history. I don’t flinch from the hard stuff. Mostly, I love to open hearts and ignite emotion.

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Deborah Bass
  • Home
  • As I See It
  • Travel
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    • 33 Days in Europe
    • 42 Days Across Northern Europe
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    • Books
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