While my daughter was wishing on a lucky penny today her four year-old daughter asked what she was wishing for. My daughter said she was wishing for happiness for all of them and out of the mouth of a babe came: “Aren’t we already happy mama?” Four year-olds don’t worry about rent or mortgages or about finding a landlord willing to rent to a couple with six children. They don’t worry about electric bills, grocery bills, or car insurance. They know that happiness comes with the bedtime story, playtime in the park, and a new toy from the local thrift store. Wouldn’t it be fabulous if we all could feel the joy of a four year old and know that happiness is found in the small joys in everyday life?
Moonie I miss you.
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