What are the things that make one happy? I feel it's the little things which brighten up our day, not the big houses or fancy cars or expensive clothes. All that may bring comfort -- which is important -- but cannot guarantee happiness.
Happiness to me is reading a nice book without a care in the world, a phone call from a dear friend after a long time, eating my favourite brand of noodles, a nice cup of tea on a rainy day to take away my headache, an e-mail from a close friend, a favourite song heard after a long time, a surprise gift, a blessing from an elderly person, helping someone in need, a nice drive admiring the greenery on the way, watching the sunset from the office window, sitting by a beach admiring nature's beauty, SMSing someone who is equally communicative, reading Imran Khan's column (very witty), watching Shahid's interview (I love his smile), seeing a romantic comedy on TV, going through old photos (wondering how fat or cute you once were!!), getting teased by someone who seems to object to everything you do but actually cares for you, remembering your best friend's mimicry sessions in school, reading old birthday cards, seeing my mother laugh after I narrate the day's events at work... It's the little things which bring a smile to one's face.
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There really is something for everyone in that list. And more than a few for me personally. And reading a good book would of course be right on top of my list too :)
ReplyDeleteHappinessisnowhere....it's just how you read it. Look for it and you'll find it always and everywhere.
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