They say a person needs just three things to be truly happy in this world: someone to love, something to do, and something to hope for. —Tom Bodett

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They say a person needs just three things to be truly happy in this world: someone to love, something to do, and something to hope for.

TOM BODETT

American author, politician, voice actor, and radio host

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Anonymous MARCH 28, 2017
not everyone thinks this way but in my opinion yes its true, you just need to pick the right people.
Angel from Lyons DECEMBER 6, 2016
I love this so much. Thank you Tom...
Mohamed from Maldives NOVEMBER 15, 2016
Nice quote
Harry NOVEMBER 12, 2016
Fabulous, so true.
Jasmin from Cebu, Philippines NOVEMBER 12, 2016
a good reminder of myself too when i made a decision especially a very challenging one. Thank you so much for this quote. It helps

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Where hope grows, miracles blossom. —Elna Rae
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