When...

When your dog comes up to you with his ears down and a happy look on his face...

When the sun comes up and it dawns on you it's Saturday, and you can roll back over...

When a child asks you for a hug and a kiss...

When someone winks at you to acknowledge your existence...

When you see a firefighter and your mind thinks of heroism and bravery...

When your favorite old song that you haven't heard for years comes on the radio...

When someone says something that confirms what you've believed for years to be true...

When the fingertip touch of a loved-one is all you need to get you through the moment...

When you cry and it feels good to do so...

When you laugh, and it feels good as well...

When silliness is considered acceptable...

When friendship is important to you...

When you find some time to be alone with your own thoughts...

When those thoughts lead to answers previously unknown...

When the news speaks of something good...

When a movie makes you step back and think...

When you anonymously help someone out, and only you know of your good deed...

When your child says something in an adult manner, and you see you may indeed be getting through...

When you admit you were incorrect, and it clears your soul...

When someone admits the same to you....

When your opinion counts for something...

When someone informs you that life doesn't revolve around your words and deeds - and you're ok with it...

When love is more important than money...

When fame is something you'd rather others have...

When the clock strikes twelve, and the carriage turns out to be yours...

When the salty old bastard lightens up a bit, and shows some of his softer edges...

When the nation rejoices as one, and mourns as one...

When the light in a child's eyes is the most important thing in your life...

When...well...yeah