"The Grand essentials of happiness are: something to do, something to love, and something to hope for." (Allan K. Chalmers.) Happiness is contagious. Experience the true bliss of our fan base and find yourself grinning at what makes them love life. During this process, we lost a beloved dance icon. Let's remember Patrick Swayze and the reasons he made us smile; including the thought of carrying a watermelon in front of a guy you like. Have a happy gendance Thursday.

"There is no greater joy in life than watching someone commit with every fiber of their being.  LIVE in what you do!" - Mark Stuart Eckstein

"Being around people I love, doing what I love, and continually stretching myself, putting myself in uncomfortable and hard situations that force me to become stronger, learn more, and in the end makes me a happier, more successful person...Give love and love yourself!" - Chelsie Hightower

"My niece and nephews make me happy. I love spending time with them. My absolute favorite thing to do is summer bbq's in the yard with my family and the kids, hangin' in the pool... I love it! This is me pictured with my godson Andrew, he makes me very happy!" - Geo Hubela

"Honestly? My husband makes me extremely happy." - Andrea Rogers

"Spending time with family and friends (and my boyfriend!). I love to just hang out and relax. I'm a talker, I could talk all day. The simple things are what make me the happiest" - Jessica Lighter

"My happiness is--helping others fulfill their dreams, by slaying all Dreamkilla's... BoomKack!" - Laurie Ann Gibson

"What makes me cheerful, is seeing dancers of all ages discover and remember why they love to dance.  Their energy creates light inside me that I embrace and share everyday." -Gregg Russell

"Along with consuming lots of ice cream, I get cheerful when I'm around the people I love and care about." - Karla Garcia

"Being near and helping animals, learning, having awesome music blasting, feeling useful, seeking and finding truth, watching talent work and being able to stay in the now. Also, taking a risk and having it turn out in my favor!!" - Melanie La Patin

gendance wishes you a very happy Thursday. Send a smile to your friends. Pass this issue to your best buddies to keep the happiness flowing.