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Things that make me happy? Lots of things, and thanks for making me think of them:

– Cool sunny mornings, warm summer rains, the first snow of winter, the LAST snow of winter.

– The smell of morning coffee, the aroma of a good Italian restaurant, the taste of fresh Polish rye bread with butter.

– The sounds of Mozart, of birds singing, of my husband arriving home from work.

– Memories of a happy childhood, of warm family gatherings, of good, clean “happy days” fun with friends, of seeing Elvis in concert.

– Being able to be there for friends and family when they need or needed us.

– Having a pet who says “I love you”; having a husband who says it too.

– Being content in this life and having faith in the next.

– Having dear old friends.

There’s lots more, but this should suffice for now. And remember, little things mean a lot. Have a happy day!