When I'm reflecting on things that make me happy I realise that often some of the best memories I have are unrelated to work or money. Often I have days off where I don't really have anything going on and I can spend the whole day with my family without worrying about work. I wish I had more days like this. Most days I have work to attend to. I can be going somewhere or have something to do. Often I can't switch off from work and will be distracted whilst with my family.
On a proper day off I can actually relax. I can wake up, have a relaxing morning with my wife. I don't have to rush through breakfast or worry about my phone. I can spend time with my daughters, listen to their stories and do what they want to do. They often have lots of little stories to tell me which I enjoy. I love getting out with my family. I don't need to go anywhere famous or spend a lot of money. Often I'll go to a restaurant for lunch. Other days I'll go to a shopping mall, go for a walk or somewhere new. Everyone can really relax and have fun.
I love when I can be flexible. I don't have to stick to a strict schedule. Once we're out we can decide where we want to eat. If we find somewhere interesting we can change our plans. If everyone is having a good time we can stay a little longer. I don't want to worry about the time when I'm having a day out with my family.
Whilst I understand it's not always easy to have a day off. I can't just switch my work off. However, I think it's important to try and spend time with my family. Whilst I can show them I love them by providing for them, I can also show them by spending time with them. I don't want them to just remember me as someone who is always busy with work. If I had my way I would probably do something similar on every day off. Have a relaxed morning, chat to my family a little, go out and have a peaceful evening. I don't need anything special to make me feel like I've had a good day. Sometimes I just need to see my wife and daughters happy. Knowing I've been able to spend time with them makes me happy.
I think as a man this is enough for me to stay happy and this is what I live for everyday. I have not thought about any other things that could bring me this much of joy in life. Everyone may have different kind of choices and options but for me I choose this myself and I think there's nothing wrong in it. Other than that everyone is free to have their own choices that makes them happy.
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