Looking back at April there was so much joy!
There were 10 days with Michelle_GD and her Just Five Things. This brief but spectacular (to coin a phrase from PBS Newshour) class has become my favorite “re-focus-er” She manages to cut away the clutter of the day and focus you in on the simplest of things, but in that simplicity – incredible growth happens. Just Five Things continued for me through the remainder of the month. I have incorporated her process into my meditation time. While, I am not doing three check-ins every day – I have found it to be a stunning way to start the day.
The joy from this class was multiplied by having so many friends in ‘class’ with me – and a huge thanks to Mary for the gift of the class. It was so lovely sharing bits of ourselves in class.
There was also the joy of my son really finding his niche at work and finding success (he was #1 in his district in March and April) And, April saw him purchase his first home!
There were some knitting successes, but there were also some knitting failures. Why is this on the joy list? Well, learning through failure is always joyful. It is as important to cheer yourself on through failure as it is when you succeed, perhaps it is even more important!
April brought my gardens back to life – from the rhubarb, to the raspberries, to the strawberries (which are now growing fruit!) There is much joy in seeing things bloom and grow after a long winter’s nap!
There was also Easter, and singing and ringing (in the Bell Choir at church…) I am thankful that these small things bring such joy to my life!
Your April sounds wonderfully joyful; thanks for sharing! Hooray for your son and his terrific accomplishments, and the garden growing! I had a professor that used to exclaim, “I’m glad you made that mistake!” and often my mistakes were valuable opportunities for learning.
So very much joy! Here’s to an equally joy-filled May. XO
I am so glad to hear how full of joy April was for you. I have such a hard time during the winter (with seasonal affective disorder in full force) that it really does make a difference in my mood at this time of year to see things growing again.
I’m glad you had a joyful month and I especially appreciate seeing you look for the joy in ALL the things, not just the obviously happy ones. Congrats on your son and his job and new home!
I love to read a post that includes the words spectacular, incredible, stunning … and joy! April was indeed a joyful month … and I have high hopes for May, too (for all of us!) Congratulations on your son’s wonderful accomplishments; how rewarding to share in his joy.
What a lovely, inspiring post! How wonderful that your son is thriving and succeeding. I hope May is equally joyful!
congrats to your son!!! That is awesome news. I loved JFT class and use those ideas daily in my personal journal writing 🙂
To say a mistake can bring joy is to truly understand the process, it’s so true! How wonderful for your son. You had quite the April!
One of my very joyful activities is reading your blog and our comments back and forth. So thrilled that you had a joyous, joyful April and looking forward to May’s joy!
Cheers~