Day 1150

Someone once told me that nobody can make you happy or sad by their words or actions…that happiness comes from your inner-self. Even though I know that joy comes from within, I argued that we need people surrounding us who care enough to offer us gifts of happiness. For example, a certain husband could allow me to have four Goldens! Happiness offered and received!

Putting a loved one’s joy ahead of your own “wants” is a gift indeed! On the receiving end, it can be a humbling experience, but it seems to negate the premise that others have no power over you happiness. The trick is in the give-and-take.

Many of us can remember being surprised by something delightful that warmed our heart. For me there has always been a human hand offering those smiles to me. Whether it is small or large, the giver offers happiness. Even a smile wiggles its way into my heart and brings joy. So much for people being unable to make you happy. Without that personal offering, the joy would be nonexistent.

Of course, we must be on guard to reciprocate whenever possible! Giving brings its own kind of joy and happiness!

My Goldens certainly provide us with happiness! We always try to offer that gift back to them! I believe they would agree!