E.L. KonigsburgHappiness is excitement that has found a settling down place, but there is always a little corner that keeps flapping around.
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Happiness is excitement that has found a settling down place, but there is always a little corner that keeps flapping around. This quote captures the secret of happiness: Happiness is not a constant state of bliss. Happiness is not an end goal to reach and keep. It is something we can work towards and get closer to every day.
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