What Makes You Happy?

"Peony" -photograph ©Mary Montague Sikes

Yesterday, when I looked out our kitchen window, I saw two peonies in full bloom nearby in our yard. I was happy because these lavender peonies have not done well and almost never bloomed in all the years since we first planted them.

The peonies actually came from my parents' garden behind the house they built in a field of peonies. An abundance of plants in many colors flourished there, but not here.

Seeing these flowers actually blooming is like a sign of good fortune to me. Of course, we've had lots of rain this year which has helped the plants thrive. I wonder why seeing a peony blooming at last can raise spirits and create a feeling of happiness. Whatever the reason, I am glad.

What makes you happy?