They are a bit small for me, Mma, she confessed. I think you were right. But I felt great happiness when I wore them, and I shall always remember that. They are such beautiful shoes. Mma Ramotswe laughed. Well, that's the important thing, isn't it, Mma? To feel happiness, and then to remember it. I think that you're right, said Mma Makutsi. Happiness was an elusive thing. It had something to do with having beautiful shoes, sometimes; but it was about so much else. About a country. About a people. About having friends like this.
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Mma Makutsi reflects on a pair of shoes that, while a bit small, brought her great happiness. She acknowledges their beauty and the joy they brought her, recognizing that such moments of happiness are worth cherishing. Mma Ramotswe emphasizes that the essence of happiness lies not only in enjoying beautiful objects but also in the memories they create.

The conversation highlights that happiness is complex and multifaceted, tied to personal relationships, one's environment, and shared experiences with friends. It suggests that true happiness encompasses more than just material possessions; it is enriched by connections with others and the broader context of life in Botswana.

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