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For me, serendipity is a nice thing, but it is not as rewarding as well-deserved happiness.  I'd rather have a tangible reward or a stress-free weekend then something merely given to me by happenstance.  My values may reflect my Protestant upbringing, but I'd rather work for my happiness than rely on the hopefully continued good mood of whoever is deciding my fate.  Not that I'm ungrateful.  Lots of happy things have happened to me by happenstance--meeting my current boyfriend for one.  However, it certainly was not love at first sight.  The relationship, like all things in life, had to be worked at.  I am proud of my growth and my new knowledge about human interactions that I have gained from being involved with him.  Serendipity offered me the opportunity for happiness; I assured it. In my life, Serendipity has been a launching pad into wide worlds of unattainable goals attained, new knowledge acquired, and new friends met.  However, it wasn't the happy accident that I attribute to my pleasure with these circumstances; it's my diligence, insight, and humility that has gotten me what I truly desire out of my life. So, no, I don't believe Serendipity offers more life-satisfaction; I believe Serendipity is another word for opportunity.