Day 674

Today was one of those mornings where the three walks were essential, but not enticing! It was cold! Asking our friend 'Alexa' what the windchill might be, SHE even sounded less mechanical...even sympathetic when she told me it was 6 degrees! Well, after time with my sweet Goldens, and an attitude adjustment as I reminded myself that there was no snow or ice (yet), I was feeling less sorry for myself with each walk.

Heading over to Walker with Lilly, our visits were full of love and smiles. Starting with Sonny (my newly adopted big brother), my heart started to fill with everything positive. Later, meeting others on our way to a new friend, the happy meter kept moving in the right direction. With many stops along the way, we ended up at our beloved Don's place for a taste of history, wisdom and love. By now, my heart was almost full!

Sitting beside this wonderful centurion, I often ask questions about life, faith and purpose. He never fails to enlighten me. Today, I asked him how he kept such a positive attitude full of love. His words hit home...

"Well, I always try to do the right thing...the kind thing. It is just as easy to spend the effort to be a good person as one who is unkind. When I visit with someone now, I try to pull the "Happy" out of their heart. I know it is in there somewhere and I can usually bring it to the surface."

Wow...just wow! I realized that, while visiting these people and trying to "Bring their Happy" to the surface, my own Happy came right out of my heart! Also, it doesn't hurt to have a Golden by your side to nudge the "Happy" out! Lilly, and the boys, can bring the sun out on the cloudiest (and coldest) of days!