i would be willing to substitute a fair amount of surprising elements for their anticipatory counterparts. what remains significant about known events that serve to build up expectation is that perception changes along the way. while surprise can be powerful, it is nevertheless instantaneous in nature. it's impact can only be measured against future returns.
expectation, on the other hand, provides a multi-dimensional driver for change. happiness that extends from this sort of catalyst can be valued at a higher level of worth. the realist sees the future with this sort of outlook. for better, for worse, and everywhere in between, the energy spent longing for the unexpected is better spent valuing the known road ahead.
while you say true, note that happiness != fun. many would say that the expectation of fun makes them happy, but few would say that it is intrinsically fun. if your happiness equation weights fun higher than contentment, you may be out of luck if you know the future playlist.
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