"But Never Doubt I Love"

I don't know about you, but even though spring has finally sprung, I've been feeling a bit down as-of-late. Luckily, there is one thing in this world that will always lift my spirits, if only momentarily. What is this magical item? you must be wondering. Is it chocolate? Shirtless photos of Ryan Gosling? The ongoing fantasy that you will one day conquer and rule your own nation?*

All extremely valid guesses, and they certainly all bring a smile to my face. However, the happiness-machine to which I refer is even more pure, more genuine and more irresistibly silly. I present unto you, Happiness in Physical Form:

What a dapper, young gentleman-pig! Ready to set off into the world and blaze his own trail.

Anyone who knows me, knows I love squealy-wheely piglets - big, small, spotted, pink, covered in mud - I don't care. I love them all.

And so, for my self-indulgence and your viewing pleasure, this blog post is dedicated to the physical embodiment of joy; my spirit animal, my patronus (no doubt about that one).

Sit back, enjoy and let the cuteness wash over you.

These Little Rascals Snacking on an Apple

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIpCNiq0ibE

This Little Tyke in Pajamas

This Nose Right Up in Yo Business

This Well-Behaved Herbivore

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/04/21/pig-eats-salad-in-a-delicate-manner_n_5187802.html?ncid=fcbklnkushpmg00000063

This True Prince of Denmark

* I'm just waiting a for a little funding to come through on that one...