1. “Night-Night“: One of the most calming parts of my day is when these words are finally uttered by my kids.

2. “Lets go“: I love getting out of the house.

3. Lively music: Having waitressed for 11 years, I found myself driving to work with a scowl on my face way too often. Instead I would play my favortie tunes to lift my spirits. It still works! No matter what my mood, upbeat music always makes it better.

4. “Mommy!” (when said with enthusiasm) Mostly the girls call out for Daddy, but when I hear them call out for me I LOVE it!

5. Live Piano: When Damien first brought home his childhood piano I thought it would make a nice addition to our decor, but I never knew I would love hearing him play it so much. It is very relaxing.

6. “I Love You!” Who could get tired of hearing this?

7. Laughing: One of the best sounds ever, esp. when it is kids.

8. The final “schools out” bell of the day…awww sweet harmony!

9. Silence: This is actually quite the opposite of sound, but it tops the list anyways.

10. Running water (like rivers and streams)

11. Holiday Jingles: As soon as the time of year comes when they start playing Xmas music it starts to feel so magical.

12. Rustling Leaves: No explanation, just love it!

13. Anthony Hopkins & Morgan Freeman: These guys could turn the “books on tape” market in to a multi million dollar business with their calming voices.