Recently, I received an email from an acquaintance. In the course of this email, she told me her daughter was having her last chemo treatment for cancer and that her mother was just put in a hospice so she could finish her days on earth in comfort. Despite all that was on her plate, she was emailing to let me know that my daughter sent her a song to listen to from her new album and that it moved her deeply, like great music does. It took my breath away that despite all she was dealing with, she took the time to lift my heart. She had family on her mind but not just her family. She connected with my family and helped shine a light on the joy and delight I have for my daughter. This generosity of spirit –the ability to rise above and feel real happiness for others amid personal sorrow – is the most true and valuable gift one can receive.