As part of my version of my Happiness Project, I am trying to continue to “learn”.  I get really excited when I learn something new, in the same way my son gets excited when he learns a new joke — and gets it!  So, every Friday, we will discuss how learning can affect our lives. 

Since launching this website and starting a non-profit company, Operation Shower, I have had to learn many new things.  I am amazed at some of the things I know now — even just how to put a picture on a website — that I would never have believed I would want to learn or could learn.   But, I am so thrilled every time I learn how to do something new on the computer or figure out a new way to market the non-profit company to get the word out.   As I struggle to find what I should do with my life,  I know that if I keep learning new things and keep stretching myself, I have a much better chance of finding the things that make me happy.  

Sometimes I joke that the new job or opportunity will “just come to me” if I wait patiently and have faith. It’s coming –really — I tell my husband as he looks at our bills.  But, I do know that I need to be active and continue to learn and this will provide more opportunities for me. 

With this said, sometimes the best “learning” comes just from living.  Here’s an example of a few things I have learned this week:

• My son cannot stay up late without serious repurcussions the rest of the week (I knew this already, but was reminded all week long, so now I really know!);
• When I stay out late, it also has serious repurcussions;
• People are so generous and kindhearted;
• I love working with a business partner who is also a friend;
• No matter how much you worry, it doesn’t help — instead of worrying, just prepare (just because I learn it doesn’t mean I follow it);
• I have nothing to wear;
• The people on television are just people (did you know this?); and 
• This week, my life is going well.  

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