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Talk about what brings you happiness these days.

The other night, my 4 1/2 year old asked me what I like to do. It bugs him that I don't like TV all that much, definitely not as much as he does, and something about my answer to his question about it prompted him to ask me, "What else do you like?" over and over. And those answers make a good list of things that bring me happiness these days. Here's some of what tends to bring me happiness lately: My gym being open and how strong I feel when I complete a workout, especially with my favorite coach. Answering my kids' sweet questions. Reading a good picture book to my kids. Sunshine. Tulips in my yard. 65-degree weather. Naps. Cottage cheese, which, it turns out is pretty yummy and gives me the protein I need after hard workouts. Bike rides. Reading a good novel. Having rediscovered "This American Life." Feeling hopeful that Derek Chauvin will be convicted of murder. Holding my kids' hands. Cozy slippers. Longer days. Texts from my best friend.