Another glowy sunrise Daily

Submitted by Jon_hamm_wallet t3_127hw46 in rva

Beautiful sunrise a little while ago! I've been waking up a smidge earlier the last few days and been able to watch the sunrise. Helps to start my day in a good mood. What's your good mood day starter?

Talk amongst yourselves.

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sunshinegator t1_jee9t3f wrote

It's my birthday! My mom brought my favorite cake over last night (yellow cake with chocolate frosting and sprinkles), so eating cake for breakfast will be a good start to my day. :)

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Mmeeggggss t1_jeeau3c wrote

Happy birthday! Cake for breakfast sounds perfect!

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BookDingo t1_jeez39i wrote

Yesss I love yellow cake with chocolate frosting! Have the BEST birthday!!

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Guru_of_Glaze t1_jeec1rj wrote

Not to be crass, but legitimately there is no better way to start the day than with a satisfying BM.

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whowasonCRACK2 t1_jeemyjo wrote

I prefer to wait until I clock in for maximum bm enjoyment. It’s always better when you’re getting paid

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wagonboss t1_jeep1a8 wrote

Unless someone calls in a fire right when you start! You have no idea what you’re capable of until that happens. Literally found some internal strength a few years ago.

But absolutely accurate if I worked in an office

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Btdtsouthside t1_jeeh6bn wrote

The pollen has destroyed me. Nasty out there

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fusion260 t1_jeeid8j wrote

Yep, now is the time where I have to mow the yard with a KN95 or else I’m a wreck for 2-3 days after 😷>🤧

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ChillOutMetzy t1_jeeafbj wrote

I’m super irritable in the morning until I drag myself out of bed to walk my dog, then I’m golden. I love seeing the sunrise and hearing the birds chirp their morning songs.

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JWelchRVA804 t1_jeee8k8 wrote

Nothing like a morning walk and a bit of light exposure to shake off the morning drag.

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Linusami t1_jee70g0 wrote

Morning nookie.

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andrewsucks t1_jee73zz wrote

Big gulp full of coffee.

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cleverocks t1_jeem5g0 wrote

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RvaKetoThrones t1_jeehsef wrote

I'm really into birds now because of the Merlin app so I open the window and do a bit of bird watching every morning with my coffee. This is supposed to be a free hobby because money is tight but I've already bought some bird seed. I see a few birdhouses in my backyards future. Are there any truly free hobbies?

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Herculicia t1_jeezv49 wrote

I LOVE THE MERLIN APP!!!! What a slippery slope it's been! I saw a bird one day and couldn't figure out what it was and after much googling I downloaded the app so I'd be prepared next time I saw a cool bird. I've learned so much over the last two years with it, and it's really cool to use while traveling! It's only a matter of time before I become a full on birder.

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Ms-Pamplemousse t1_jeelnnp wrote

The birds have upped their seed intake so much recently. It was a bag a month in the winter, now it's more like a bag a week. Maybe 1.5 weeks.

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ImmobilizedbyCheese t1_jeetaar wrote

It's best not to think about a monthly cost of bird seed. I guess I'm not paying for, say, a gym membership so I use that to justify how much I spend on the wee beasties.

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orthologousgenes t1_jeekdpi wrote

I’ve been enjoying the merlin app too! I love being able to identify the birds by their calls.

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TheCheeseDevil t1_jeeevkr wrote

I've been sick for going on close to 10 days now and I'm tired as hell of it being chilly. Just to bring the mood down in the daily a bit. I'm starting to forget what not being congested feels like

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coconut_sorbet t1_jeehrsh wrote

I hear you - I've been down with food poisoning all week. Fingers crossed you're on the mend! sickness high five

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b_a_b_a_r t1_jef0s4l wrote

I guess I was distracted last night so waking up to the orange dipshit being INDICATED was fucking amazing.

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Ms-Pamplemousse t1_jefewc6 wrote

Sadly this charge doesn't mean anything; it won't change his supporters hivemind about him.

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SSPeteCarroll t1_jee8l11 wrote

Modified race tonight at 7! If most of y’all hear loud noises, that’s probably what it is

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lemonartichoke t1_jee9nbr wrote

My partner and I are stoked!!!! We're lucky because we have the luxury of being able to walk there.

It's super affordable to go and it's so fun to watch - I highly recommend if you're looking for something to do tonight!

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SSPeteCarroll t1_jee9wdh wrote

I’m going to Cup Sunday but did go to all 3 back in august last year! It’ll be a fun weekend for sure and those Mod drivers get a bit of the spotlight. They’re some hardworking folks.

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lemonartichoke t1_jeea1dp wrote

Awesome! Which driver are you rooting for?

I'm so excited. We really look forward to race weekends. Gonna have a few friends come along too.

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SSPeteCarroll t1_jeecu6d wrote

I’ll be pulling for DH, bubba, and Noah. I like Toyota guys a lot too.

Xfinity side is wide open. Austin Hill has been really good, John hunter is fast too, still waiting for Custer to break out though

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PhoenixAshies t1_jeek0tt wrote

My 17 year old nephew takes every opportunity to dunk on John Hunter for some reason. It only got worse after my dad told him about his dad, good ol' Front Row Joe.

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Ms-Pamplemousse t1_jeektsd wrote

I'm way late on this fascinating discovery, but my partner told me yesterday that the scientists say you should wait until about an hour after waking up to have caffeine. Otherwise it overloads your cortisol production and causes you to crash. When you wait, you're effectively letting your natural processes wake you up, then augmenting them with the additional kick from caffeine. Gotta say, waiting ~30 more minutes for my cup of tea isn't terribly enjoyable, but I appreciate the science behind it!

A not-so fascinating discovery is that my neighborhood seems to have a glut of new Japanese honeysuckle coming up, including a significant section of new growth in my yard. So. That's a fun project I didn't need. I didn't realize how easily its spread by birds.

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molluskich t1_jeed3yp wrote

The boygenius record and film dropped at midnight. I told myself I'd wait until this morning to listen and watch, but I was awake at 11pm and decided to stay up for the release. I'm tired. I loved the film, I think I'm gonna need a few more listens of the album though. The singles are great but I'm not in love with the rest of it yet.

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GrayRVA t1_jee7wsv wrote

I can’t imagine that this week’s Slate News Quiz is going to be a great start to the day. The guy to beat is the Slate Podcasts Senior Director of Operations.

8/12; 316

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Guru_of_Glaze t1_jeecdnt wrote

Whew, barely edged out Ben this morning. By 4 points. But a win's a win!

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wagonboss t1_jeepkra wrote

I got 7/12. Should’ve been 8, but I panicked and chose a different river. Should’ve went with my gut

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Stop_staring_at_me t1_jeeajc7 wrote

Getting used to a 40-50 min commute instead of 15-20. The funny part is I’ve been more on time this week than normal

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zigg-e t1_jeefabm wrote

Tea, tea and more tea. I’ve gotten really into pu’erh tea and practice gongfu brewing (lots of tea leaf, smaller amounts of water, and make a bunch of steepings)

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ChuckBS t1_jeeip43 wrote

I don’t often have time to do it, but a really tasty breakfast sandwich really is makes me happy in the morning. Bagel with eggs, cheese and bacon with a hot cup of coffee is just perfect for me.

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RamsGirl0207 t1_jeeqlgd wrote

Trying to not lose my mind on this insane workday and staying focused on taking my teen to her first concert tonight. Pretty excited to see Nothing More at the National.

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Wa_wa_ouija t1_jeei3w3 wrote

My last weekend of work before vacation. Holy shit I'm so excited to be away from work and spend some time with my family (and fishing/ camping)

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veryfunbags t1_jeem31f wrote

Saw 3 cops on my 10 minute drive to work this morning, all on 195. Then I saw 2 non-medical helicopters flying around. Is something going on today?

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PhoenixAshies t1_jef3z40 wrote

The races are this weekend, they always seem to have a lot of air traffic when they're in town

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stickynohte t1_jeem440 wrote

Took my (overdue) car to the shop this morning for an inspection. I have such bad car anxiety where it’s either gonna be like $50 or $5,000 and I never know where I’m gonna land. My next big adult task will be to stop ghosting my dentist.

Finished putting together a Lego flower bouquet last night which is bringing me joy to look at while WFH today. I have a call with a client later (I hate phone calls) but otherwise just click clacking away!

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ifweweresharks t1_jeeyhzs wrote

Taking care of your teeth is also taking care of your heart, don’t put it off!

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stickynohte t1_jefgjww wrote

I went in August but when they told me I’d need some work done, I panicked. Time to be an adult and take care of everything I’ve been putting off ahhhhhh!

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ifweweresharks t1_jefsmz8 wrote

You can do it! Some dentists will prescribe you something for anxiety if you have someone to drive you home, depending on what you need done.

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PickanickBasket t1_jeep89x wrote

I'm convalescing recovering from surgery (had masses removed from my abdomen) and the best part of my morning was my next dose of oxy haha. Ooof it hurts but I'm glad I finally got it done. Three weeks of recovery here we go!

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ImNotHere1919 t1_jeesz7z wrote

Sitting here trying to glue parts together of an old rotary phone. Thankfully work is boring and I have time to fix it. It's also way too quiet in here.

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ChupacabraRVA t1_jef06mt wrote

Im presenting at a big race conference at a college in like 5 minutes, wish me luck!

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DustySleeve t1_jeeiyrc wrote

wakeup n raaaage. stretching and warmups are good too

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LiddyDolesHole t1_jeembsd wrote

A new Hold Steady record always brightens my day. Thankfully one came out today.

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what-the-what24 t1_jeeoh21 wrote

New neighbor next door is taking down ancient giant dead and mostly dead trees that the prior neighbor refused to address - despite huge branches falling all over her property and ours every time the wind blew. The largest one is perilously close to our house and the neighbor behind us. Fingers crossed that it’s coming down today as well!!

EDIT: New neighbor is not taking down the biggest deadest tree because it’s too expensive and she doesn’t believe it’s that bad. I low key want a giant wind storm to blow through today while the tree guys are here so she can see how badly that tree sways in the wind and how many limbs come down. Just wait until she discovers, first hand, how badly damaged her brand new Audi Q7 will be when the acorns rain down on it this fall.

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Vajama77 t1_jeezyk8 wrote

I am so not a morning person. I tell my partner that every time I wake up in the morning I feel like I'm being hatched out of an egg. It takes me hours to get going. And I don't drink or stay up late or have any really bad habits I just am not a person who wakes up good in the morning. This morning was particularly heinous as my bedroom door fell off the hinges when I opened it. Door is now fixed, still fuzzy headed.

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espressoanddoggos t1_jefmqd0 wrote

My good mood starter is first coffee. Then followed by my daily snuggle with my pup on the couch. First I give him scratches. Then he paws at me to go under the blanket I'm using. It's his way of making me try to stay home all day. He's 60lbs so he takes up most of my part of the couch but it's fine. It brings me so much happiness each morning.

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Inevitable-Working15 t1_jefgd6c wrote

Where do the mid/late 20s hang out in this city? I've lived here my whole life and went to VCU, but I feel like all the spots I know are the ones in The Fan that are mostly populated by VCU students. Want to get myself into more environments with people my age (even if I don't immediately meet people, just being around similar aged people with similar goals and lifestyles is super motivating), main one I've found so far is the VMFA/lawn. Secondarily, some good recs for reading/studying spots (especially ones that stay open late) would be nice.

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skinnylynnie80 t1_jegp0kl wrote

Drove to Wilson, NC this morning to visit the sweetest lady ever. She was our housekeeper growing up. She always tells me that when I was a little girl, I would pack a bag every Friday because I wanted to go home with her. She is 97 now and lives in a nursing home. Before she had to move into the nursing home, I would drive down and spend the weekend with her. Dreams do come true!

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