The Pig of Happiness

I just had to share this - hope you are haivng a very happy day!



http://www.youtube.com/v/uoiIYlww8M4?autohide=1&version=3&attribution_tag=9tl6bMYO9UOl33xDASVhRQ&autohide=1&showinfo=1&feature=share&autoplay=1

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  1. MLM247Thu Nov 07, 06:50:00 AM

    I loved it. A good reminder for me of the meaning of Life. What is the meaning of Life? To spend it in a way that is worth the expense. The cost is brevity. The price is joy.

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    1. africanaussieThu Nov 07, 11:36:00 AM

      So true Louise,
      thanks for commenting, your comments always hit the mark.

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  2. KimThu Nov 07, 10:41:00 AM

    I really liked the pig of happiness. xx

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    1. africanaussieThu Nov 07, 11:37:00 AM

      Kim,
      I did too - dont know why it posted as a link and not the actual photo. Often my posts are a complete surprise to me :) Watching that little video put a smile on my face for the rest of the day - I think I will watch it again....

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  3. VirginiaCFri Nov 08, 09:20:00 PM

    Love love love love the pig of happiness...more mean spirited and miserable grumbly persons should watch this.
    It made me smile, but I'm a natural happy person and try to share my happiness with others the best way I can....thanks for posting.

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  4. JacquelineWed Nov 27, 03:09:00 PM

    Thanks for sharing this, Gillian! Good reminder!
    You have a happy and blessed day too!

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