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What Makes You Happy?

We asked readers like you to share the moments that make them smile and fill their hearts with joy.
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Kari F.

Happiness for me is the simple things. My husband and I walking on an empty beach. Jumping in puddles with my toddler. Watching the delight on my baby's face when she rolls over for the first time. Flowers and bugs and sticks and rocks collected on nature walks. A glass of wine with friends. A glass of wine in the bath. A great book—just finished The Book Thief—amazing! Writing. Yup, the simple things.

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Published on March 12, 2010
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