Today, I woke up with a very fresh and euphoric feeling. The reasons were multiple. One, because I have a long weekend ahead, no getting up early, going to college, studying, roaming around, I can laze around at home for three whole days. (I am very lazy..my favourite hobby is sleeping..that's when I get most of my ideas..in dreams) .. The second reason was that my grandpa,who had passed away a few months ago appeared in my dream last night. His face had a divine, unending light..he looked happier than ever, the multiple lines on his forehead had disapeared, he was all fit and healthy. He had come to meet us for a day, every one was so happy, celebrating.. So happy, that the happiness remained with me even after getting up.
I went to my mom's room to greet every one, but my mom was in a very bad mood because our holiday plan for the weekend had been cancelled. It didn't affect my mood. I was indeed, in very high spirits, and started thinking of ways through which i could make her feel better.
I went into the kitchen, and started thinking of something to prepare for breakfast. After much thinking, and browsing over my recipe notebook several times, I decided to make vegetable rolls. They were a hit amongst everyone, and somehow, uplifted their mood a bit. I logged into facebook, and checked out my horoscope for the day. It was"you are in high spirits today, and it will bring smile on the faces of the people around you".. Made me even more happy, i wondered how, little events can multiply your happiness, uplift your mood.
Later in the afternoon, I thought of trying something new, (my favourite activity when i am in a good mood,trying out something different) .. I was thinking what could i do,read a book,write, paint something, but I do all that often, then the idea of preparing an indian dish for lunch struck my mind. I have never made any typical indian vegatable before. I opened my recipe notebook, and finally decided to prepare Paneer pasandaa. Although it took an hour to prepare it, I was delighted when it was ready.I loved the aroma,the colour,the taste..It was the best paneer dish i had ever had.Because, I had prepared it with all my heart. The same feelings were shared by my family. They also praised it whole-heartedly. I loved the feeling which I had after this little achievement of mine. Which was increased manifold by the support of my family.
All these events made me wonder,that doing what you love makes you tremendously happy. It rejuvenates you, and makes you feel so much better and self-confident.
Now, I am more in love with myself, and tomorrow I would try some other activity which I love to do.
Later in the evening, I sat down to think, that all of us are always stressed out by the problems of our lives. It seems like we have forgotten the meaning of joy, which can be found in little things, like, a joyful dream, a horoscope reading, relaxing, doing something we love to do. It gives so much of happiness, just to do what you love. The feeling is simply outstanding. Why don't we forget the problems, and start enjoying every little event, enjoying the weather, listening to the birds chirping out of the window, the silence of the morning..
God gives us so many opportunities to be happy. Life is all about finding happiness in everything. God is great. Thank you god..for everything..