Happiness is...

Do I need to re-think what happiness is?!

I was recently reminded that "... Happiness is not a period of time in anybody's life. It is a different moment every day."

This thought explains my mother's contentment at small pleasures - like going outside for a breath of fresh air, after a long winter indoors, or her joy in singing.

To the comment above, Joan Chittister adds: "We spend so much time wanting what we do not have. Be careful that your longings don't erase today."

Good advice for anyone - regardless of age or stage of life!