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FAV Meaning: 10 Heartwarming Quotes That Perfectly Capture Why We Cherish Our FAVs

Discover the essence of FAV! Dive into how "favorite" shapes our choices and highlights the joys in our lives with these 10 heartwarming quotes.

Deborah Clarke
Apr 24, 2024
8 min read
Woman listening to her FAV music

FAV, is short for "favorite," it refers to those special people, places, or things that hold a significant and cherished place in our lives. It embodies our preferences and affections, highlighting what brings us joy, comfort, and a sense of belonging. Whether it's a beloved book, a treasured hangout spot, or a dear friend, FAVs (the plural of FAV) are those elements of our lives that we hold dear and often turn to for happiness and solace.

Everyone has that special something or someone that just lights up their day—whether it's your favorite cozy spot at home, a cherished book, a beloved friend or the perfect day on the water!

Author Deborah Clarke, a FAV day on the lake with friends.

These favorites, or "FAVs" as we affectionately call them, hold a unique place in our hearts, often becoming a source of joy and comfort.

To celebrate the beauty of these personal treasures, here’s a collection of quotes that encapsulate the warmth and love we feel for our FAVs.

"My FAV place in the world is anywhere I can see you smile."

  • This quote reminds us that sometimes our favorite place isn't a location but wherever we are with the people who make us happiest.

Why It's One of Our FAVs:

It highlights the emotional connection to favorite people over physical places.

A FAV Way to Use this Quote

Consider this quote for wedding vows, or an anniversary card, or 'thinking of you' card, birthday card or as a simple love note. It perfectly captures how a partner or friend can truly be your favorite part of every day!


"Give me a quiet corner, a book, and you—my three FAV things for a perfect day."

  • A simple yet profound quote that lists quintessential favorites for many: peace, a good read, and cherished company.

Why It's One of Our FAVs

It emphasizes the joy found in simple pleasures and the company of loved ones.

A FAV Way to Use this Quote

Print this quote and hang it in a reading nook. It's a daily reminder of a favorite way to unwind.


"Home is where my bunch of FAVs are."

  • This quote redefines home not as a place, but as a space where all your favorites gather, making it a sanctuary of happiness.

Why It's One of Our FAVs

It shifts the concept of home to where favorite people and things reside.

A FAV Way to Use this Quote

What about sending this quote to a family group chat, it will most certainly warm everyone's hearts. It's true in our family 😄


"Life is short. Spend it with your FAVs."

  • A life-affirming quote that encourages prioritizing relationships, activities and items that bring joy.

Why It's One of Our FAVs

It advocates for making the most of your time by focusing on all of your favorite people and things.

A FAV Way to Use this Quote

Consider this quote on a mug, or on a sign, for your home office or your desk at work. The intent is to help you prioritize what truly matters—people and things you love.


"My FAV kind of night is when I'm surrounded by my favorite people, telling stories under the stars."

  • Captures the magical feeling of sharing moments with loved ones in a serene setting.

Why It's One of Our FAVs

This is so true, I LOVE spending time in the great outdoors, with an open sky above just star gazing. This FAV quote combines the allure of nature with the warmth of companionship.

A FAV Way to Use this Quote

How about using this quote to send out an invitation for a birthday gathering, or a reunion outdoors, or a campfire gathering, or a camping trip invite. It will set the perfect vibe for a spectacular evening.


"Nothing beats the comfort of my FAV sweater on a chilly day."

  • This quote celebrates the small, personal comforts that make everyday life a bit more delightful.

Why It's One of Our FAVs

It finds joy in the tactile comfort of a beloved garment. Just like comfort food, we also have comfy clothes.

A FAV Way to Use this Quote

This makes a great social media post, take a photo of you wearing your favorite sweater and post it on Instagram. It's sure to get lots of likes. Everyone can relate to a FAV sweater.


"Cooking is all about people. Food is maybe the only universal thing that really has the power to bring everyone together. No matter what culture, everywhere around the world, people get together to eat." - Guy Fieri

  • Guy Fieri highlights how food, a common favorite, transcends cultural boundaries and unites people.

Why It's One of Our FAVs

Guy's quote celebrates the universal appeal of food as a favorite that brings people together.

A FAV Way to Use this Quote

Consider this quote to open a cooking podcast, or in a cookbook introduction, or as a post in a social media group related to cooking. It perfectly explains why you love cooking for others!


"My FAV moments are those when I realize how blessed I am."

  • A reflective quote that encourages gratitude for life's many blessings, including those favorite things and people.

Why It's One of Our FAVs

This quote encourages a mindset of gratitude and appreciation for personal favorites.

A FAV Way to Use this Quote

This quote can be used anywhere you'd like a daily reminder of how blessed you really are. It could be a phone wallpaper, or computer screensaver to keeps you thankful and focused on the positives in your life.


"Every artist dips his brush in his own soul, and paints his own nature into his pictures." - Henry Ward Beecher

  • This quote by Beecher metaphorically describes how artists incorporate their favorites, their passions, into their work.

Why It's One of Our FAVs

We love this quote because it links the concept of favorites to personal expression and creativity.

A FAV Way to Use this Quote

If you enjoy art, this quote is likely to resonated quite deeply. Hang it in your art studio to inspire your best work.


"Happiness is having a large, loving, caring, close-knit family in another city." - George Burns

  • George Burns humorously notes that sometimes our favorite family moments are those that come with a bit of space!

Why It's One of Our FAVs

Cousins gave me this quote on a barnboard sign at one of our summer cousins weekends. Cousins join us from all over the province, so the quote is quite appropriate and fun.

It offers a lighthearted take on how distance can make the heart grow fonder, even with favorites.

A FAV Way to Use this Quote

This quote gave everyone a good laugh at our cousins weekend (family reunion). It's funny because it's so true! It's a great quote to add to a 'housewarming gift' or 'hostess gift' when visiting family.


Each of these quotes brings to light the different facets of what we may call our FAV or FAVs, and why they are so integral to our happiness and sense of comfort.

Whether it's people, places, things or simple pleasures, embracing our favorites is key to enjoying life's journey.

We hope you continue to find and treasure your FAVs.

Happy Days are here!

Your FAV Reviews Team.

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Deborah Clarke, a retired marketing director turned founder of FAV Reviews in 2022, is on a mission to help outdoorsy families who love the lake to find quality products for all things lakeside living.

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