Happiness
Elizabeth answered the doorbell to find a smiling Nancy waiting outside.
“Hi, mom!” said Nancy and entered.
“Hi,” replied Elizabeth. “Will you have your milk now?”
“No, I had milk and cookies at Tina’s house.”
“That’s nice. So, I assume all is well with you guys?”
“Thanks to you, we were able to sort out the issue,” said Nancy. “Going to apologise to her right away was a good piece of advice.”
“I’m glad,” replied Elizabeth.
By late evening, Nancy had completed her homework.
“It’s time for dinner,” called Elizabeth.
“Coming, mom.”
They sat to relish the delicious meal prepared by Elizabeth.
“I’m so happy, mom.”
“That’s good, what makes you happy?”
“The moment I apologised to Tina, it felt like a heavy load had been taken off my heart!”
“Yes, I understand how good it must have felt.”
“I really felt happy, though, when she forgave me!”
“How did Tina feel about it?”
“She said she was happy too!” exclaimed Nancy,
“That’s the power of forgiveness. It brings joy to both, the one who asks and the one who gives!”
“Indeed!” said Nancy. “This is probably one of the biggest joys of my life!”
“Do you know what’s my biggest joy?” asked Elizabeth.
“No, what is it?”
“You, my love!”
“Me?” Nancy was surprised.
“Yes, seeing you growing up to be a fine human being is the biggest joy of my life!”
“I am glad, mom.”
“Let me tell you one more thing, Nancy.”
“What?”
“Do not wait for the ‘big’ joys in life to be happy. Such moments will be few and far between. Instead, look for joy in the small everyday things and events,” said Elizabeth.
Nancy continued to eat while listening.
“This delicious food, for example, find joy in relishing it. Our bond, your friendship with Tina, this house, and many such blessings that surround us.”
“That’s an insightful thought,” said Nancy. “There’s another small thing that would make me really happy.”
“What is that?” asked Elizabeth.
“A cup of ice cream!” Nancy giggled.
Elizabeth smiled. “Ok, ice cream after dinner then?”
“Yay!” exclaimed Nancy and jumped with joy!
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