Goodness

Happiness is...

Goodness
[good-nis]
–noun

1.the state or quality of being good.
2.moral excellence; virtue.
3.kindly feeling; kindness; generosity.
4.excellence of quality: goodness of workmanship.
5.the best part of anything; essence; strength.
6.a euphemism for god: Thank goodness!

I particularly like the fifth definition. Goodness means that essence to me, and it is something that deserves gratitude. I hope, one day, to be described with goodness. There is a long way to go to be like Jesus but for now I strive.