A great shampoo
I’m not sure I like anything better than a great shampoo. I once had a stylist with long, strong fingers with which she massaged and scrubbed my scalp without stopping for nearly the entire shampoo. Strong fingers and not stopping after a few strokes, that’s the key to a great shampoo. And that “not stopping” is one of the keys to great sex, too. Funny, that.
Playing with puppies or kittens
There’s nothing like cuteness overload, that “awwww!” factor of playful baby animals. So frisky as they frolic, so adorable, so innocent and sooo much fun. The popularity of toy breeds tells me that many of us wish they could stay small forever.
Back scratches
Don’t you just love it when you need a good back scratch and there’s someone around who can do it? They have yet to make a back scratcher as good as the real thing. Because when you need a good back scratch, well, you neeeed it.
And again, it’s not stopping that makes a back scratch good. So far that’s true of shampoos, back scratches and sex.
Endorphin rush after a big cardio session
Even though I’m blessed with an abundance of serotonin, I do love a good rush. A heavy cardio session with great rock and roll playing often gives me a rush better than any drug.
A piece of chocolate cake
I mean it and not just because I’ve been doing a Whole 60 and haven’thad chocolate cake in a really long time.
Regardless. A yummy piece of chocolate cake is better than sex. (Eat enough of them and you may never again have sex with anyone but yourself….)
The hug of a small child
On Christmas Eve two little kids came up and hugged me, independently. Seriously heart-tugging moments that made the holiday for me.
Maybe you’ll say that nothing is better than sex….but set that aside for a minute. Maybe you’ve got some things that are almost better than sex. Share what you might add to this list.
ryder ziebarth says
January 18, 2017 at 8:07 amThe foot massage part of a pedicure. Bliss!
Carla says
January 18, 2017 at 9:09 amOK as I gather my thoughts I’m realizing that I more tactile – – is that the right word when it refers to myself? – – than I had thought.
My immediate response would be the great shampoo the hug from a child the pedicure foot rub… Apparently I’m craving touch 🙂
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Roxanne Jones says
January 18, 2017 at 9:22 amA foot massage. A neck massage, especially after a long day at the computer. Laughing so hard it makes tears stream from your eyes. That first meal after having had (and prepped for) a colonoscopy. Eight hours of uninterrupted sleep. Ahhh…
Carol Cassara says
January 18, 2017 at 12:51 pmok that post-colonosocopy meal. Hilarious!
Barbara says
January 18, 2017 at 12:49 pmAny kind of massage makes my life better. We have a day spa here that does what they call a ‘Tune-up’. It’s a 20 minute massage that focuses on your head/neck/shoulders and a foot rub. I think it’s the best thing since sliced bread Except the amazing hug my middle grandson gives me every time I see him!
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Diane says
January 18, 2017 at 1:16 pmAll of the above.
Plus: Hearing from someone who loved your book. Better than anything!
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robin masshole mommy says
January 18, 2017 at 1:48 pmNone of those things are better than sex for me. I guess my husband is doing something right 😉
Haralee says
January 18, 2017 at 1:53 pmA brownie ice cream sundae!
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Elaine Ambrose says
January 18, 2017 at 3:48 pmHugs from children and chocolate cake. Okay, I’m ready.
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Jessica Taylor says
January 18, 2017 at 4:09 pmPlaying with kittens FOR SURE! I am so obsessed with my furbabies!
Fatima Torres says
January 18, 2017 at 4:17 pmHow about a really good shower? I enjoy sex with my husband, but I also enjoy chocolate cake and cuddles with the pups.
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Aish Das-Padihari says
January 18, 2017 at 5:42 pmYes!! Everything that you mentioned are spot on.
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Lisa at Grandma's Briefs says
January 18, 2017 at 6:32 pmOh, yeah! I’m with ya on every one of these — although I’d replace the chocolate cake with a big ol’ dish of guacamole and some super salty tortilla chips for scooping it up.
Love me some good back scratchin’!
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GiGi Eats says
January 18, 2017 at 6:36 pmNot going to lie – Salmon Skin Handrolls = BETTER THAN SEX!!!!
Nellwyn says
January 18, 2017 at 6:41 pmOh man, these are all such lovely things! Now I’m really craving a slice of chocolate cake!
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Amber Myers says
January 18, 2017 at 7:02 pmYES! I’ll take a chocolate cake any time. I also love playing with kittens.
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mira pstr says
January 19, 2017 at 12:32 amI love kittens , I had one in the past I used to play with him all the time, so cute and whem i am not in mood he made my day 🙂
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Anne says
January 19, 2017 at 1:12 amMassage and chocolate works wonders. I love playing with kittens , they are so cute.
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passport collective - laura says
January 19, 2017 at 1:58 amAll very good things. Especially the head massage at the salon!
KatrinaJeanCarter says
January 19, 2017 at 5:48 amOh man…. Everything on the list is certainly good but I don’t think it can top sex for me.
Well, maybe the closest one is chocolate. :p
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I literally giggled after typing that as I remember my husband is a chocolate man. Yum lol
Katja says
January 19, 2017 at 8:03 amIll take playing with kittens and chocolate cake over sex any day. Sorry, hubby.
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Sarah-Louise Bailey says
January 19, 2017 at 8:04 amA piece of a chocolate ice cream cake and a kiss and hug from your small one I guessed was better than any other thing including S-E-X. lol
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Author Brandi Kennedy says
January 19, 2017 at 10:10 amI love this roundup post! When I first started reading, I saw “Better than Sex” and assumed it would be some kind of recipe or something like that. My thinking was, “Yeah, we’ll see.” But then when I got past the graphic and saw “A great shampoo” I was like, “Wait – what??”
It worked out though, and I love the theme. Every one of the things you chose really is better than sex – almost.
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Kat says
January 19, 2017 at 12:45 pmOh no, I don’t like when someone invades my personal space:D So no touching or scratching my back and scalp (although massage is perfect for the hair growth, but I can do it all by myself:D). But it’s a YES from me for puppies and kittens:P
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Nicole Aguilar says
January 19, 2017 at 5:00 pmI can agree with most of these… almost
WANDERLUST vegans says
January 19, 2017 at 5:37 pmThese are all pretty wonderful things. I’m not sure howyou can comparing each thing though as they are all so different.
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Erin says
January 19, 2017 at 6:10 pmYou honestly can’t beat puppies and chocolate!! Once the puppies are pooped from playing, and you’ve had your fill of chocolate, THEN it’s time for a little “you know what” lol (Keep in mind, this is coming from a woman that’s been married for over 16 years so my priorities have changed a bit – ha!)
Kiyshia says
January 19, 2017 at 6:35 pmOh the back rub! I do LOVE a good back rub. Unfortunately yield don’t like people touching my feet! But a cuddle from my daughter always puts me in a good mood. Thanks for sharing.
Yona Williams says
January 19, 2017 at 9:46 pmI’m not so much into back scratching, but I lovvvve back massages. For me, a really good meal and an even better dessert is what gets me going…lol.
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Ashlea says
January 19, 2017 at 10:04 pmI absolutely love massages. If I could get one all day everyday I would be in high heaven. I also love chocolate cake and milk shakes. Just mmmmmm delicious.
Maryanne says
January 20, 2017 at 1:21 pmI would say.. A pice of chocolate cake after sex.. That is the best! LOL
Elizabeth O. says
January 22, 2017 at 11:03 pmI love this list! LOL. Kittens and puppies are so adorable! I would go with anything chocolate, be it a cake, a bar, or a chocolate something with caramel sauce too!
Sondra Barker says
January 25, 2017 at 5:59 amChocolate covered strawberries…chocolate covered everything to be honest!
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Ayesha Heart says
February 10, 2017 at 11:48 amAhhh can’t beat Puppies and chocolates definitely ^ ^ Love this post 🙂 Amazing list!