The Moments That Make A Life

Sometimes I am taken by surprise that I have found the secret to a happy life. I only realize after the fact that I have given myself over to the moment and truly lived in the present. Sitting on the bed today helping my daughter put on makeup just for the fun of it. A Sunday morning picnic in the living room playing Scrabble with hubby and daughter. A raucous family dinner with hysterical laughter. Helping a friend feel better about a difficult situation. How did I get so lucky?