A garden of JOY, how wonderful. Still journaling away on the 100 days of wonder prompts. It has become a little ritual. Whenever I feel the need to open the journal (each page pre-marked with a word from the 100 days list), I read the word, close my eyes, take a deep breath and then allow the ink to flow and my soul to write. Surprising myself what deep insights I get. Looking forward to add the garden of JOY to the practice. Thank you.
Tatjana, thank you so much. That is high praise indeed. We each hold the light we have and help the world feel a little less dark. Grateful you are here!
morning Michele, this sounds so much more fun than a 'to do list' and I am looking forward to participating putting my own spin on things as I live in the Southern Hemisphere and we are celebrating spring.
I am drawn to your positive vibe in these times of reflection. On a personal perspective I have thoughts of my Mum her name Joy who passed away a year ago. Then on the broader world perspective which permeates all our thoughts, as the dispare we all feel for the war torn countries seen on our news feeds daily. We do have to retain our sense of Joy at these times. Thankyou for your kindness and wonderful sensitive work.
Diane, that means so much. Thank you for sharing. Also, I'm sorry for your loss.
Somewhat related fun fact. Diane is my first name. My mom loved her name (also Diane) so much she passed it down to me. Hence, me using my middle name, Michele, to avoid confusion. She passed a few years ago, and it is the strangest grief journey I have ever had.
You know my middle name is Joy too. I like you and your Mum's names. Thanks for the generous love and kindness it is so uplifting. Take care and create with much energy today.
I am so excited about this! My website More Joy went live the day before your Joy article was posted last week! Few understand the power of Joy and no one is talking about it that I am aware of besides us! Thank you!
I'm Sherry from Georgetown TX. I love your writing!
OM goodness, THANK you! And welcome. TX holds so many fond memories for me. I'm a Baylor alum!
Sittin' by a fire pit on a cool nite, laughing with friends!
Sign me up! Might S'mores be involved?
YUM!
“Ode to Joy”
Joy falls
everywhere like crumbs
- into cracks and into crevices,
into corners and into chasms,
until it is forgotten -
or simply buried
between the hard places and the sad,
between
the sweetness of days
and the heaviness of years,
between the twilights and the sunsets
and the moonrises and the rain-
Until it grows,
unbidden... unwatered... untended...
like a weed
that turns
unexpectedly
into a flower. cjc
So beautiful 😍 thanks for sharing!
Cheryl, this is stunning. Thank you for sharing!
I love this! Thank you for sharing :)
I have a poem to go along with your theme!!!
I love your art- it’s just makes me happy! I’m looking forward to a month of joy. ❤️
Liz, that is such a gift to hear. Thank you for being here. Yes, here's to a month of joy seeds everywhere. ✨🌻
Love this so much Michele. Thank you for being such a bright light in a dark and heavy world. ♥️
Barbara, Thank you for your encouragement! And for being here. Sending so many hugs.
A garden of JOY, how wonderful. Still journaling away on the 100 days of wonder prompts. It has become a little ritual. Whenever I feel the need to open the journal (each page pre-marked with a word from the 100 days list), I read the word, close my eyes, take a deep breath and then allow the ink to flow and my soul to write. Surprising myself what deep insights I get. Looking forward to add the garden of JOY to the practice. Thank you.
Kerstin, that so incredible. Gosh, it makes my month to hear they are still bringing wonder and creativity your way. Thank you so much for sharing!
Just what the world needs right now - bless you!!!
Thank you Jamien!
You’ll be making joy lists on a big birthday for me - so I’ll be glad to join in later (midnight UK time is a bit late for me…)
Happy Birthday, Jenny! Looking forward to having you-- midnight is too late for me, even, and I'm a night owl.
Michele, you are a beacon of hope during truly strange times. x
Tatjana, thank you so much. That is high praise indeed. We each hold the light we have and help the world feel a little less dark. Grateful you are here!
morning Michele, this sounds so much more fun than a 'to do list' and I am looking forward to participating putting my own spin on things as I live in the Southern Hemisphere and we are celebrating spring.
Spring has so many joys too... The waking of the earth after a slumber. Thank you for being here. 🌱🌸
Awesome stuff Michele. looking forward to joining this more fully this year! miss you girl!
Kat!!!! Yay! I'm so glad you're here!—I miss YOU too!
Michelle, you are such an inspiration. Thank you for You.
Tia
Thank you for your care and encouragement. Sending hugs!
Your positive messages are like a light in a dark tunnel, always welcome and appreciated!
That means the world- Thank you!
I am drawn to your positive vibe in these times of reflection. On a personal perspective I have thoughts of my Mum her name Joy who passed away a year ago. Then on the broader world perspective which permeates all our thoughts, as the dispare we all feel for the war torn countries seen on our news feeds daily. We do have to retain our sense of Joy at these times. Thankyou for your kindness and wonderful sensitive work.
Diane, that means so much. Thank you for sharing. Also, I'm sorry for your loss.
Somewhat related fun fact. Diane is my first name. My mom loved her name (also Diane) so much she passed it down to me. Hence, me using my middle name, Michele, to avoid confusion. She passed a few years ago, and it is the strangest grief journey I have ever had.
Sending you so much love in this time.
You know my middle name is Joy too. I like you and your Mum's names. Thanks for the generous love and kindness it is so uplifting. Take care and create with much energy today.
I am so excited about this! My website More Joy went live the day before your Joy article was posted last week! Few understand the power of Joy and no one is talking about it that I am aware of besides us! Thank you!
https://peggypolacek.com/ more joy
Peggy, your website looks SO joyful! Congratulations! I love when the universe echoes like this! 🥰