My bunnies used to make me happy.
Laying next to them on the floor, face to face and petting them, and kissing their little faces. And knowing they enjoyed it as much as I did.
That always made me feel so grateful and happy. No matter how crappy I felt before that.
I still miss that now that they're gone :(

What makes me happy now, is teaching. I worked very hard to get my degree to teach Elemntary school.
And since January I have been teaching at an Elementary school and a High school for kids with behavioral problems and learning difficulties.

It is the most rewarding job you can think of. I love sharing my knowledge with them, and to provide a safe environment for the kids in which they can be curious and explore. It's the little things that are the most rewarding. Children are the most honest beings on earth, and their appreciation is real.
And if you think troubled teens aren't grateful? You just have to put your ego aside, and learn to read between the lines. It's there!