Happiness

Happiness is a state of mind. I believe that! You are as happy as you make up your mind to be. I love the quote by Sister Hinckley, "...I choose to be happy, crying gives me a headache." That is a true statement. Sometimes crying is a good thing though, when you need to cleanse your soul. It can be very healing. As opposed to popular belief, crying is not a weakness, but a strength. It even shows compassion, when appropriate. Back to happiness. I try to look on the bright side of things. You could call me Pollyanna and I would not be offended at all. I have even been known to play the infamous 'Glad Game' on ocassion. I have found that reading the scriptures gives me strength when I'm having a rough day. I do not want the Savior to ask me "art thou better than He?" when I complain or whine about my trials. It doesn't do any good to complain, it doesn't take away the problems, and nobody wants to be around you. Smiles are contagious, usually others will reciprocate. Attitude makes all the difference, especially in people with cancer or other health problems. When the Savior comes again, I want Him to see His image in my countenance and I don't think that is sadness! My trials are mine, and I will not exchange them for anyone else's. They are not easy to get through, but I will do the best I can and I know that with the Lord's help that is possible. When life gives us lemons, we can make lemonade. I love lemonade! So today I will make some fresh lemonade, put my feet up and by happy!