Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others.” ― Cicero

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Things to be happy/grateful for:

Cargo Pants.
Slip on sneakers.
Whitening toothpaste.
Festive Mexican restaurants.
Recliners.
Really old cookbooks.
Finding cheap parking in the city.
Martini glasses.
Healing gardens.
Sea Glass.

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