Happiness

What is the definition of happiness? According to Webster: 1 obs: good fortune : PROSPERITY 2 a : a state of well-being and contentment : JOY b : a pleasurable or satisfying experience 3 : FELICITY. APTNESS
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness? From what I remember from an American Government class that I had taken a number of years ago, happiness is defined as property: land to be more specific. I see a problem with happiness in that respect. I have land (½ acre), a large house, a luxury SUV, pool, a pure bred dog, all new furniture, an education, and guess what...so what!!! Possessions do not bring happiness. I would discard everything for "L." "L" = LOVE. "L" is not easily acquired, defined, maintained, or sustained. ~ Maggie ~ April 2, 2006