achieving happiness

Did you know that Charles has changed jobs?

Indeed he has.

Magnificent felt that he was being called to learn more about non profits. So, when he had the opportunity to work with one, he took the job.

We have downsized appropriately. Our new flat is 1900 square feet instead of 3400. We have given up things like our annual passes to Disneyland and Ocean Park.We are just fine.

What do I need to be happy?

Firstly, I need to know that I have God's approval, a clear conscience, whatever you call it. This is the most important thing, probably the only thing I need.

Others that are nice, but not essential (but if I go several days without, then I am not pleasant)

I need to know my kids are happy and if they are not, that we have a plan to "get" them happy. If it is just a phase (like Sela passed through a few months ago, and my goodness what a lovely little girl she is now..the plan can just be earplugs).

I need quietness each day. A time where I can reflect, learn and read and pray.

I need to be outside. Near something green. Walking or running.

I need to read a book. Something new and a comfort read.

I need to spend time with Charles. The other night he got home late, and I forced myself to stay up so we could talk. It was a great "catch up chat". We talked for 45 minutes, and never mentioned children once. We talked about our lives, anecdotes and each other.

I need to spend time with children.

I need to spend time with friends.

I need to accomplish things.

I need to take care of messes...whether it is clutter mounting in bedrooms or forms that need to be signed/cheques that need to be written...I need to take care of it.

And a nice cup of tea never hurt, either. With a digestive biscuit on the side...oooh missus.

 

Comments

[GDadLyons]

Toss in a prune or two with the digestive biscuit and you reach a Seniors' high for the day.

Love to all.....Dad

[Maureen Lyons aka Mo aka Grandmother]

This blog just makes me smile in agreement. Makes me happy. Keep on achieving happiness, darling. xox

[joeinvegas]

A nice cup of tea, and a sit down and talk with a friend.

So no more business trips to Vegas for Charles? At least I got to see him once.

[Charles]

Hi Joe, now you have to come visit us for a nice cup of tea!