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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I am early 50s and truly happy, but my definition and needs have changed and you might not find it happy.

I have a good marriage-both of us came from emotionally and verbally abusive households. I am close to my kids. One has special needs, the other has medical issues-very challenging and far more time-consuming that what my friends encounter (their words).

I am not doing exotic travel, but am so pleased my kids can both handle domestic travel now. One has autism and couldn't handle it for quite a few years.

I get so much joy from the family I created, our dog, the outdoors, making a good meal, sipping my coffee and watching the deer, and other things you might find simple and even mundane.

[b]The more adversity I face, the more I find joy in things many people take for granted.[/b]

Not the OP, but thanks for the wisdom and perspective, PP.  I resonate.  Last year was tough.  Now, looking at the blue sky, sunshine, squirrels, and my neighbor's dogs makes me happy.  Also, the "good morning" from complete strangers when I am out running can brighten my day.  I tried to live in the moment and not think too much about what had happened or what might happen.  Perhaps I am foolishly or cowardly myopic, but life can change in an instant. What is real is the little moments of happiness right now, not the bygone or the future ...  Marriage problems?  Kids problems?  Work problems?  Of course, who doesn't?  I tried to stay true to myself and look at the bright side of things.  Life is never perfect, but that does not stop one from appreciating all the positives and blessings that come our way.  Perhaps it is the imperfections that perfect the perfections ...

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