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What was the happiest thing you saw this past week?

Posted on Sep 7th, 2009 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

In an earlier post I mentioned my current unusual living arrangements. My husband and sons live at our house while I stay in an apartment with my mother. There was a good reason for this... More »

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Where in your life are you happiest?

Posted on Jun 3rd, 2009 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

With my family.

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What lifts your spirits?

Posted on Dec 28th, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

My granddaughters. Sunshine. A sweet gesture from my husband. Terrific scenery. A thoughtful act by one of my boys. Certain songs, especially those I loved while I was growing up. Reading a book that inspires... More »

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When have you been the most happy?

Posted on Dec 18th, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

This is a difficult question because I've had many happy times throughout my life. But I think I'm at my happiest right now. My kids are nearly grown. My husband and I are growing old... More »

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What is happiness?

Posted on Jun 30th, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

Happiness is contentment. When someone reaches a goal, a plateau in life, he or she is hapyy. My experience, though, shows that happiness is transitory. I once thought I'd be happy enou gh to write... More »

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When have you cried from happiness?

Posted on Apr 29th, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

The first time I heard Barack Obama's "Perfect Union" speech about race.

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What little things make you happy?

Posted on Jan 5th, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

A sunny day. A clear spring night. Finding shoes to fit my 9AAA high-arched feet. Hearing my granddaughter's voice. Browsing in a bookstore, especially if I have enough money to buy a book or two.... More »

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What's the easiest way to become happy?

Posted on Nov 18th, 2007 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

Sometimes happiness is as easy as breathing. And there are moments when I feel I will never be happy again. But my recipe for happiness is easy. I need some time alone to be able to... More »

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Who, on the whole, do you find happier: children or adults?

Posted on Nov 16th, 2007 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

Is this a trick question? The obvious answer is that children are happier. Which is why it must be a trick because life is almost never that obvious. Or are you throwing a us a... More »

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Do you believe happiness is a choice?

Posted on Sep 27th, 2007 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

Imagine that tomorrow my car breaks down. I can curse, yelling and screaming about the worthless piece of junk sitting in the garage. Or I can find ways, even on a limited budget, to fix... More »

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