What Makes Me Happy

Words & Photography
by Valeria Garbulinskaya





I am really pleased to live near the sea, and I love my native city, Odessa, so much! At the beginning of 2014, my little family and I moved to a new flat in the centre of the city. It has become the most inspiring thing, aside from my family! I started to walk around a lot to take pictures of the beautiful buildings since there is so much old architecture with a different history. When I post my photos to Instagram, I want everyone see how beautiful the place I live in is.

Another favorite place to visit is the seaside. While my daughter is trying to catch seagulls, I am trying to take a good picture of them. For me, the sea is a kind of therapy for always staying in a good mood.

I think it is the highest level of happiness when you come home and you can leave every negative thing outside.

And what about my home? I want to show that dreams come true! For me it is ideal. White walls and white furniture, full of little and big treasures, filled with lots of light and love. It's not too big, but I adore doing everything at home: working, cooking, playing with my daughter...even doing nothing at home makes me happy! I think it is the highest level of happiness when you come home and you can leave every negative thing outside. Always keep your home in peace and you will always stay happy!