Happiness

This was a month of happiness and joy.

Of understanding the virtue of happiness
Of understanding why we often don't express our joy
Of trying to be more expressive
Of delighting in the simple pleasures of life
Of wonder at the beautiful world God has created for us
Of cherishing friendships
Of trying to be a source of happiness for others
Of sacrificing for others
Of being happy for others
Of overcoming jealousy and envy
Of new beginnings
Of gratitude
Of acceptance
Of savoring the ecstasy of true love
Of learning to love God
Of prayer
Of realizing the ethereal joy that spiritual bonds can bring
Of moments where everything just fits and makes sense
Of discovering beauty and poetry, music and dance
Of surprises
Of gifts and blessings
Of detachment from things contrary to my wishes
Of choosing to be happy and joyful

This was a month of happiness and joy.