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“I am still determined to be cheerful and happy, in whatever situation I may be; for I have also learned from experience that the greater part of our happiness or misery depends upon our dispositions, and not upon our circumstances.” Martha Washington

“I have discovered the secret of happiness – it is work, either with the hands or the head. The moment I have something to do, the draughts are open and my chimney draws, and I am happy.” John Burroughs

“Most successes are unhappy. That’s why they are successes – they have to reassure themselves about themselves by achieving something that the world will notice.” Agatha Christie

Happiness is a special emotion and unique to each individual. We each experience happiness in our own way. We relate to this word differently depending on our experiences and connections to others. We feel the word based on our internal dictionary. A dictionary created by our own sense of happiness. What is yours? Write about [...]

“The worst thing that being an artist could do to you would be that it would make you slightly unhappy constantly.” J. D. Salinger

“You will never be happy if you continue to search for what happiness consists of. You will never live if you are looking for the meaning of life.” Albert Camus

Love is a great journey, especially when you make it with your soulmate with whom your share a wondrous happiness… My heart alone can not sustain this wondrous happiness, But, together alone, the inner greatness may grow, And emotions sealed long ago, will continue to show. Stay with me as we share this special journey, [...]