Start the work week on a positive note. Here are 5 things to be happy about right now.

Kumar, the white tiger (photo by Jack Hanrahan/Erie Times-News)
1. The Erie Zoo opens Sunday! Get your boots, parkas and mittens and go say hello to the gang. Trust me, after months without visitors, the animals are as excited to see you as you are them.
2. February is almost over.
3. Creamy, cool, moisture-filled lotions that keep skin from turning reptilian in February
4. Highlighters...calling attention to all the important don't-forget stuff in life.
5. Fat Tuesday. Bust out the Mardi Gras beads and leave your inhibitions at home.

