The Joy Journey in March had some bumps in the road. The warm weather that caused things to bloom early was followed by some crazy bitter cold weather the following week which killed many of the buds and blooms. However, it did not get them all! And, while they look forlorn and bedraggled and the blooms have been greatly diminished, those that persevered are amazing! This is an excellent reminder to me that despite adversity, persistence is a worthy attribute to have.
There was also much joy in the Tom and Dara’s wedding weekend. It was truly a blessing to be included in their gathering. And, even though I only managed to drag Steve out to the dance floor one time, I did not let his lack of dance desire dampen mine!
There is joy in my weight loss journey as well – that scale that was in a holding pattern is not any longer. I am happy that it is moving in a downward direction again!
Joy in my daily stitching continues to grow as does my creativity. This is perhaps the best thing I added into my life thus far this year. I am learning how to be okay with things I do not like and rather than being halted by this, I am learning to turn what I do not like into something I do. I am learning that sometimes, creativity is a process and if I allow it to happen, amazing things occur in me!
Pretty blossoms – glad some have survived. Persistence certainly can be a worthy attribute. Sounds like last weekend really was nice, and I’m glad. You need to show some of your stitching!!!
I’m glad to see those blooms; I really thought the forsythia had been killed the last time you shared them. I’m also glad to read your thoughts on creativity. I’m with Vera – I’d love to see your stitching and am hoping for a post showing off your March creativity.
Spring craziness is so hard on the early-bloomers. . . I’m so glad you’re finding so many paths to JOY. (Sometimes we lose the thread for a while, but that just means extra JOY when we find it again! XO)
Sounds like things are going well for you – good!
We currently have tons of happy daffodils in our front planter – I hope today’s rain doesn’t drown them …
March has a way of showering us with the joy of change. The warmth of the season is good for us in many ways! It’s so much easier to move, to be present, when the world is so beautiful.
My dear, you, us… Michelangelo: “ancora imparo.” Carry on!
Cheers
It looks like March will end on a pretty joyful note for you! And I also would like to see more of your stitching – I love the Instagram shots!
I feel such joy every spring when things start to bloom again. It makes me feel like if these poor plants, which have been subjected to such cold and misery over the winter, can manage to persevere, then so can I.
I’m glad you had another joyful month. It’s really there when you look for it. April will bring spring weather (I hope!) and that should result in lots of joy!
“creativity is a process and if I allow it to happen, amazing things occur in me!” AMEN Sister! This year has been … a challenge – and 1/4 in, I think having ANYthing positive to share is huge. and you have more than just “any”. Thank you for blessing my days with joy!
Seeeing those lovely blooms have brought me joy this Wednesday morning — thank you! Glad you’ve found so much joy this month!
what a delightful post, I can feel your joy with each word. The sun is shining (finally!) and I’m ready to have a fantastic day.