EDITORIAL - A happier life is an active life. Doing nothing does not generate much in the realm of feeling good about yourself and is detrimental to your health. A friend of mine reflected on his career and often six day work weeks and said, "Those were the happiest days of my life." I know of people who live very fulfilling lives of retirement but also know of too many who don't have much to do or much interest in doing a whole lot.
Sometimes sickness or injury keeps us from doing anything. This can happen to us all and it's no fun being sick and shut-in the house. Inclement weather can drive us inside and for that reason many people dread the cold wintry months that are sure to come. However, we all need to strive more in our daily activity. You don't have to be a member of a high priced gym to move every day. You don't have to have a lucrative retirement to move every day. If you can walk and move your arms you are really on your way to activity.