“Happiness Fulfilled” is an image of the George Mason memorial just off the Mall in Washington, DC. Sitting here peacefully, even after a bitterly cold snow the soul of contented success is clearly present. This monument was masterfully crafted to show the man in repose of contemplative accomplishment.

The inscription on the bench of the monument alongside his likeness is credited to him and reads: All men are born equally free and independent and have certain inherent natural rights among which are the enjoyment of life and liberty and with the means of acquiring and possessing property and pursuing and obtaining happiness and safety.

Clearly in his lifetime, George Mason achieved his ambition and far more. I hope you take the time as you immerse yourself in this brief moment and sweep away some snow and have a seat. Join George and sit back and take the time to reflect on your own experience – your own path in life and reflect on your happy moments, those you really cherish as priceless moments. You’ll find you too have found the all illusive happiness we all chase without ever realizing that we have found it time and again. The trick is to figure out how to hold onto it and simply step back into that moment when you need it most.