I’ve been focused on being healthy for the last month and with prioritizing my health and well being, I’ve also allowed joy to re-enter my life. With the painful migraine I have no deep message so I will just write about a few things that have been bringing me joy.
- After a few weeks of tension and arguments, Cree and I have seemed to re-align. And the familiar feeling of partnership and togetherness makes me feel warm through out my entire day. The joy I feel when I know I’m going home to him, when he picks me up after he know’s I’ve had a long day is indescribable.
- Of course, finding peace in my walks has brought me great joy. Occasionally I listen to podcast, @thismorningwalk hosted by Alex Elle + Libby DeLana and Alex said something that truly resonated with me. She said her walks were a morning reminder that we belong to ourselves And I truly felt that because I have felt so much more in tuned with myself and who I am.
- Spending time with my girlfriend, Saige after not being together for a while. She was my every day girl. I used to go to her desk in the morning to get Starbucks. in the afternoon, to gossip about men and after work to go grab drinks. One of my favorite ladies, so I was grateful to spend a weekend laughing, talking, and hanging with her.
- I am goal oriented, yes. So having a goal of writing for 30 days consecutively and crushing said goal has given me joy. Years ago I challenged myself this same way and during reflection remember skipping days. And my response back then was “it’s okay to take a break or to mess up.” And while both things are true, my joy knows from pushing past even those words. The growth is shown in my commitment.
- I get joy when my sister sends me photos of my sweet baby nephew. His face usually shiny and freshly moisturized. With passion in his voice, if it’s a video she sends along. I get joy knowing my sweet boy will continue to be raised in love, patience, and grace.
I will not continue as I need to go to sleep. The first day of my cycle always eliminates me.
Pray my strength!!
All my love
JMoore