The Power of Giving The first moments after we get a new toy, game, phone or bike we become very excited and happy. We can’t part with it, it’s all we can think about! But not long after, we notice that the “thing” doesn’t bring us as much joy as before. How come the happiness from new toys does not last? Well, it is because long lasting happiness never comes from “things.” How can we make happiness last for a long time? By looking for happiness in places other than toys and things.   Giving brings us happiness that will last and stay with us for a long time. What else can we do to bring happiness into our lives? Here are few examples: Ý Being kind to others Ý Being friendly to the kids that don’t have friends Ý Learning to share our things and toys Ý Being grateful for what we have Ý Helping people Ý Spending time with loved ones    A great website to find more information and free online stories such as “Howard B. Wigglebottom and the Power of Giving: A Christmas Story” can be found on their website wedolisten.org