International Day Of Happiness.
International Day of Happiness is celebrated every year on 20th March to remind us that happiness is an important goal for everyone, no matter where we live or what stage of life we are in.
This special day encourages people to focus on kindness, positivity, gratitude, and well-being rather than material success alone.
It is a wonderful opportunity to appreciate life’s simple pleasures and spread joy to those around us.

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Creative Mondays Blog Hop. Hello friends, so how are you today?
Happy Creative Monday and today is International Day of Happiness.
International Day Of Happiness: How Fun?
International Day Of Happiness: How Fun?
Happiness looks different for everyone.
For some, it is spending quality time with family and friends.
For others, it may be enjoying a peaceful walk, reading a good book, wearing a favourite outfit, sipping a warm cup of tea, or watching a beautiful sunset.
Small everyday moments often create the biggest smiles and the most treasured memories.
Let’s spread some happiness all across the world. Send a lovely text to a friend, phone a family member or simply be kind to someone you know.
I am hoping to make some lovely people happy today by featuring their fabulous post that they linked up last week. Here goes:
Firstly, Blue Shoes, How pretty?
Love these blue shoes. You know me, I love all shoes, ha!! You can find the original post here: Favorites Of Month.
Secondly, How Pretty Is Laurie’s Dress.
Love Laurie’s dress from the JD Williams Collection. How beautiful is this colour? You can find the original post here: Vanity And Me Style.
Thirdly, How To Refresh Your Wardrobe.
I always love a good tips post. So why not check out; How to refresh your wardrobe from Tokes.
Fourthly, Heather is Doing Some Make Up Testing.
Heather is doing some makeup testing over at Our Life In A Click.
Sorry all links have now been deleted due to old and broken links.

International Day Of Happiness:
Creative Mondays Blog Hop.
International Day of Happiness Blog Hop Requests:
- Please link up straight to a specific blog post with some kind of creative theme to it.
- Let your creativity run wild.
- You can link up anything like Craft posts.
- Stylish/outfits/fashion/wish lists posts.
- A yummy or tasty food recipe post.
- A fun and helpful tutorial.
- A beautiful tablescape post.
- Home and garden makeovers.
- Travel and photos or any creative lifestyle posts.
- Please link up to a blog post of your choice.
- If you have nothing particular to share this week you can just link up to your homepage.
- Feel free to link up between 1- 5 different creative blog posts this week and every week.
Please follower me your Creative Mondays blog hop host on any of the following social media platforms of your choice: Twitter, Google, Google+, Instagram, Pinterest. Any social media channel you like and use the most.
It would be great and let me know in the comments how you have followed so I can stop by and follow you back.
So please stop by, visit, comment on a few posts in the Creative Mondays blog hop list to make the hop fun for everyone.
Please visit back if someone also stops by your blog. Also, Please link back to this post in your blog posts if you would like to. Or add the Creative Mondays blog button to your posts.
Have lots of fun hopping around the list.
You can also share your links with me over on Twitter #CreativeMondays @clairejustineo
Claire Justine Oxox- Over 50s Lifestyle Blog. You can also read more about me on my page above. Over 50s Lifestyle Blog.
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Transform yourself into the glamorous 1950s with sophisticated, elegant clothing. The era embraces classic elegance with everything from fitted suits and kitten heels to big skirts and tight waists.
Accept the appeal of retro charm, where pearls, poodle skirts, and polished ensembles characterise a significant era in the history of fashion.
If you’re looking for a little inspiration to get your creative juices flowing, pin me. 1950s Fashion.

International Day Of Happiness: Creative Mondays Blog Hop:
One of the best ways to celebrate International Day of Happiness is by sharing kindness.
A genuine compliment, a thoughtful message, helping a neighbour, or simply smiling at someone can brighten another person’s day.
Kindness is contagious, and even the smallest gestures can have a lasting impact.
Self-care is equally important.
Taking time to rest, move your body, enjoy nutritious food, and do activities you love all contribute to a happier, healthier life.
Remember that happiness isn’t about being perfect or feeling cheerful every moment. It’s about finding balance, appreciating what you have, and embracing both the good days and the challenging ones with hope.
This International Day of Happiness, choose joy in the little things.
Celebrate your unique style, treasure meaningful connections, and create moments that make your heart smile.
Whether it’s sharing laughter with loved ones, enjoying your favourite hobbies, or simply taking a quiet moment to be grateful, happiness is something we can all nurture every day.
Choose happiness. Spread kindness. Celebrate life—because the happiest moments are often the simplest ones.
If you get a chance I would love you to stop by my food blog and see my Homemade Mothers Day Gift Idea.
Homemade Mothers Day Gift Idea:
Homemade Mothers Day Gift Idea.
We made a Homemade Mother’s Day cookie jar gift idea, as they are a thoughtful and heartfelt way to show appreciation for everything Mom does.
Instead of purchasing a generic present, creating a beautifully layered cookie jar filled with dry baking ingredients adds a personal touch that reflects love and care.
It’s a creative gift that not only looks charming but also gives Mum the opportunity to enjoy freshly baked cookies whenever she likes.
Stop by the post here: Homemade Mothers Day Gift Idea.
Want to link up today? This blog is open until Sunday so you can pop back in the week to add more links.
What makes you happy on International Day Of Happiness Day?
Have a lovely week and I hope to see you back again on Wednesday. This list is no longer available due to old or broken links.
See you on- Creative Mondays- on a Monday. The Wednesday Blog Hop- on a Wednesday. Welcome To The Weekend Blog Hop- on a Friday.
Thanks so much for stopping by, I also hope you like today’s features?
Thanks so much for the feature, Claire!! Hope you are having a lovely weekend! p.s. love those blue shoes!-Tokes
Thank you for hosting. Have a lovely week!
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Thanks for joining us Marilyn.
Thank you for featuring my blog! xx
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Your welcome Jane, thanks for linking up.
Thank you for hosting dear! I'm linking back to you HERE Hope you'll check out my latest post
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Thank you lovely x
International Day of Happiness…what a great way to start off a Monday! Thanks so much for hosting :)SarahTrendy & Tidy
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Thanks for stopping by Sarah x
Thank you for featuring my Ribbon Basket Makeover and starting the week off on a happy note!
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Aww, your welcome Cheryl.
Thanks for hosting and have a wonderful week. Don't step on those blue swede shoes.
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Hehe, thanks for stopping by Patrick.
Thank you SO MUCH for the feature! Enjoy your day!!
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You so welcome, lovely.
Come check out my latest collab with Los Angeles-based indie brand BACIANO and let me know what you think!Happy Spring!Rebecca
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Thanks Rebecca, hoping over now.
Thanks for hosting! Happy Creativity! : )
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Thanks for joining us x
Thanks so much for hosting!!Hugs,Debbie
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Thanks for linking up Debbie.
What a great day to celebrate! I need a little happiness..it's been a rough month or two! Ha. Thanks for the link up and have fabulous week.Shelbee
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Aww, hope things start looking up lovely.
Happy International Happiness Day my friend! xoDebbie
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Thanks Debbie, have a lovely week.
Thanks for sharing! Thanks ^^ I'm happy you like it! x You will like to see more fashion from here.
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You welcome.
Thanks for hosting, have a great week!
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Thanks Tamar, you too.
Thanks for hosting the linky Claire but right now I'm wondering who on earth thought international day of happiness should be on a Monday?! I'm trying to muster some positive vibes…..
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Hehe, I know Julia.
What a lovely way to start my week! Thank you Claire. How cool does the lady from Tokes look? Have a great week Claire x
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Hi Laurie, aww happy to feature you.