It’s the singer and actress Melissa McCarthy’s birthday today, and this made me think of a really funny recording that she made with Barbra Streisand. That always makes me laugh. I’ve included it here in the hopes that it has the same effect on others. You can watch the clip here.
Maggie's Daily Dose of Happiness Blog
I set out in life like many idealistic people, with the goal of helping people to live happier and more fulfilling lives. To that end, I've created this blog to spread a bit of cheer each day.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
If opportunity doesn’t knock
“If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door.” -Milton Berle
Wherever you are reading this, I hope you make many opportunities to do things that can help other people. I wish you every success in the good things that you do in life. I send everyone best wishes and much love now and always.
Monday, August 24, 2026
Life is like Jazz
“Life is a lot like jazz... it's best when you improvise.“ -George Gershwin
Sunday, August 23, 2026
The gift of oneself
“Love is, above all, the gift of oneself.” -Jean Anouilh
Wherever you are reading this, I hope you give and receive a lot of love in your life. I send everyone best wishes and much love now and always.Saturday, August 22, 2026
Silly joke for today
I saw this joke and it made me smile so I’m sharing it here in the hope that it has the same effect on others. I send everyone best wishes and much love now and always.
Q: What do ghosts like to eat in summer? A: I scream! This joke and others can be found here.
Friday, August 21, 2026
A Friday message
This is just a quick message to wish a very happy Friday to everyone from me and all my Minions! I send everyone best wishes and much love now and always.
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Don’t hate
“The price of hating other human beings is loving oneself less.” -Eldridge Cleaver
Wherever you are reading this, I hope you always choose to choose to love yourself and others throughout your life. I send everyone best wishes and much love now and always.