At ten-thirty this morning, I ate a sliced organic apple with several large curls of good Parmesan cheese. I drank a cup of green tea.

I can’t tell you how centered and blessed this made me feel. I even sat down for more than half of the little meal.

Mindy Weisel, an abstract artist I feel privileged to have studied with, once told me that, to her, happiness has less to do with the big things–career, partner, kids. It’s found unexpectedly in the little things–like getting enough exercise, and taking tender care of yourself so you can love the world.