Recipe for a Happy Life

I found this lovely old saying written in 1500 A.D. by Margaret of Navarre. Isn't it amazing how timeless words of wisdom are?

I wish you a great evening.

God bless you,
Donna

Recipe for a Happy Life

Three ounces are necessary: First of patience,
Then of repose and peace;
Of conscience, a pound entire is needful:
Of pastimes of all sorts, too, should be gathered
as much as the hand can hold;
Of pleasant memory and of hope three good drachma
there must be at least.
But they should moistened be,
With a liquor made from true pleasures which rejoice the heart.
Then of love's magic, add drops a few--
But use them sparingly, for they may bring a flame
Which naught but tears can drown.
Grind the whole and mix with merriment an ounce.
Yet, all this may not bring happiness,
Except you lift your voice
To Him who holds the gift of health.

May you have rich blessings, great happiness & good health in 2007,
Donna