5 Things to be happy about

Hello everyone. For once, things are looking good for Pascal. Here are five things to be happy about, for me. N.B. this is essentially a follow on from the previous list entitled reasons to be cheerful.

5. Dream girls- they're everywhere. From a cute girl who I flirt idly with almost every morning, to an attractive friend of my housemate who stayed for a few days; to a potential romance in a friend of a friend, I even have an attractive stalker. Spring is springing.

4. In complete opposite to that, I have been playing Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time 3D on the 3DS and it is mind-bottlingly and mind-bogglingly good. In fact, it's too good for a handheld video and the 3D is incredible. If you have any doubts about whether to get a 3DS, this will swing it for you. However, I only play mine indoors, I don't want people knowing I'm a nerd. 

3. 'The Whole Hog' by Lyall Watson- A terrific book I've been reading, and one that I really enjoyed. It is a wholehearted paean to the pig: a food source, an animal, and a shaper of human development and religion (for example, why pork isn't eaten by Jews or Muslims is explained in some detail). It gives heart-warming tales of pigs that the owner has been acquainted with, and talks us through the various specifics of this intelligent and noble beast. My favourite, the Pygmy Hog. Very recommended. Other than that, I've been reading 'The Pickwick Papers' by Dickens. Cultured huh?

2. Pho Vietnamese restaurant in Edinburgh. I love Vietnamese food, and this is the only place in Edinburgh that does it. Luckily it's excellent. It's a tiny place just near a friends house, and the food is excellent - authentic, clear-flavoured Vietnamese food that feels healthy and fresh. Also, the owner, Jodie, is a great beauty and a lovely person, I hope this remains an Edinburgh institution for years to come.

1. The Sun- after the freezing 6-month winter, Edinburgh in the Spring might be the best reward of them all.  Flowers, sunshine, people a little happier than usual, life is good.  

In conclusion, what makes me happy is food, reading about pigs, and video games. Jeez I'm a simple soul.