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There are moments that you recognise — even as they are happening — are perfect. You breathe as deeply as possible (especially if you’re a Buddhist!), because nothing lasts. And certainly not perfect moments. This is a picture of one such moment.<\/p>\n

What’s better than a beach peopled with family? What’s more beautiful than the ecstatic happiness of a two-year-old, secure in the love of his family? And who could possibly predict just when these moments will fall into your heart like shafts of light…?<\/p>\n

Whatever this moment holds for you, know this: it will never come again. Good or bad — content or sad — we can’t step backwards into happiness. My advice? Breathe deeply. Enjoy.<\/p>\n

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