If you checked in with me last week, you’ll know I was pretty happy about buying a Happiness Journal. Inside it has 300 suggestions for things to do and write about. Yesterday, I spent some time taking a closer look. Write various positive affirmations, compliments you’ve received, and quotes you love on little pieces of … Continue reading Paving the Path to Happiness
Category: Joy
Thoughts From an Ordinary Life
As I was living my ordinary life this week, I had several thoughts that might be good blog fodder. But, I didn’t really develop any of them. So, this week I’m just sharing a hodgepodge of random thoughts. Photo by Andreas - on Pexels.com Shorter days. Yes, I was present during the month of June. … Continue reading Thoughts From an Ordinary Life
Mom – We’re Glad You’re Here
I followed the Facebook crowd this week and changed my profile picture to one that includes my mom. I’ll be missing her tomorrow, although in my mind I always try to change the phrase ‘missing my mom’ to ‘thinking of Mom.' Because I do think of her, every single day. She continues to be part … Continue reading Mom – We’re Glad You’re Here
Happy Birthday to Me
Birthdays are a bit different today than when I was a kid. Part of it is the difference between the perspective of a child and an adult, but a lot of it is the changing world. The very first birthday greeting I received today was a text message from my local pharmacy sending me, "best … Continue reading Happy Birthday to Me
Today I Choose Joy
As the year draws to a close, I’m thinking about experiences and people – mostly people - that have brought joy to my life this year. It makes me more… joyful. Photo by David Orsborne on Pexels.com One of my most joyful experiences this year has been reconnecting with a longtime family friend, who I … Continue reading Today I Choose Joy