How far would you go to pursue HAPPYness?

THE PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS is such a heartwarming film that will lift your spirit after making you feel so down. It's a story of a man who, against all odds, did everything just to "make ends meet." He had no job, no supportive wife, but he had a five-year-old son who served as his strength. While making his way up to being the "chosen intern" in a big company in New York, he had to struggle financially in order not to make life miserable for his son. Because of lack of money, he experienced sleeping in public restroom with his son and finding refuge in a religious shelter. He didn't want to do it but he and his son had nowhere to go when he was sent out from the apartment due to delayed payments.

The movie was inspired by the true story of CHRISTOPHER GARDNER

who is "the owner and CEO of Christopher Gardner International Holdings with offices in New York, Chicago, and San Francisco"(http://www.chrisgardnermedia.com/)

Gardner's story is really an inspiring one. His struggles and triumphs will definitely inspire all fathers around the globe. Life, after all, is not just about defeat and frustration -- it's about how you MAKE THINGS HAPPEN using your talent while holding on to your faith in God.

Gardner used his skill -- he, as shown in the movie, has a "gift of gab" and he didn't hesitate to use that skill plus his courage to move on despite troubles.

This movie is recommended to people who are searching for the real meaning of HAPPYness.

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