Since returning from Bali, and thinking about the word JOY my friend Jill taught me, I have been writing down at least one thing from each day that brings me joy. I know many people use November as a time to be thankful (my dear husband uses it as a time to grow a mustache, but that's another story), and find one thing they are thankful for every day, but I like focusing on JOY so much more. The reason is because that word truly makes me stop and find happiness in my day. I love ending each day with some happiness. Who wouldn't?
Today I had to laugh at the irony of my joy. My first bit of joy was sitting on a bench, talking to Adam at a waterpark (yep, there's a LOT of those in Singapore), while watching Luke guide Drew through areas he was scared of. Hand on his back, bent down and coaching his little brother. Instant smile to our faces. We were simultaneously sweating our butts off because it was so hot, but that's beside the point. JOY was felt.
For joy part 2, I'm sitting in my classroom, drinking Starbucks, with a sweater on, looking at our recent testing data and planning for the week. It's peaceful, I'm doing what I love, and I've got my latte. BUT I'M IN A SWEATER. If I were keeping track of things I'm thankful for, you can bet air conditioning would be at the top of my list.
Adam had fun in Indonesia with his friends. He got to play some golf, sleep without kids waking him up, and have a bad reaction to something he ate. I can guess that part is not his JOY. Poor guy.
Here's hoping you all can take the time to find some JOY in your day. Every day.
Sending big hugs to all of our friends & family. You are missed!
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