Still On My Quest For Happiness, But Getting Closer

As my age increased a year I think I'm closer to being content for the time being.  I've gotten back to 2 of the hobbies I've always enjoyed, quilting and gardening.  Quilting is a quiet activity with lots of creativity and gardening gives me a physical outlet. Gardening also leads to another activity I believe I need in my quest of happiness which is socialization.  Once the yards are in order then I can entertain more.  My house is too small to invite too many people over, even though, in the past I have had some get togethers.  Louie also has been a roadblock with his negative, anti-social personality.  That will no longer keep me from entertaining.  I need to have people around me, especially since I'm so isolated, taking care of Louie.  I'm rebuilding my life and trying to figure out how to do that adding as much joy as I can.  I refuse to spend the years I have left unhappy.  I've had a full life with quite a few bumps, but also many great memories.  The future is uncertain with more bumps, I'm sure, and many more happy memories to make.  So for now I drift along and enjoy what I do have that's positive.  When the bumps come I know I'm a survivor and I'll find a way to be happy...perhaps with another change in plans.  Gotta stay flexible!