Wednesday, March 18, 2020

COVID-19 Quarantine Day 6 - Finding the Joy

Wow, the world has changed fast.  As a worn-out extrovert I am embracing the time at home to recharge.  But I know myself, and I know being home and social distancing will wreak havoc on my mental well-being sooner than I anticipate.  So I'm going to take this moment to begin finding joy, celebrating the positive, and praising God for His gifts and blessings.  Here's what I'm joyful about today (in no particular order)...
*I'm glad my favorite coffee shop has a monthly subscription, so my coffee gets delivered to my house and I don't have to go out for it or give it up.
*My chandeliers in the trees behind our house are so beautiful!  I love them in the daytime and at night!  I look forward to seeing how they look when the trees' leaves come in and when the summer sun bounces off the crystals. 
*I can't wait to get my garden up and running!  Is it time yet??  I think this social distancing will be a great time to get some planting done.  The kids will be instrumental this year!  I hope we'll be able to finish the boxes this year like we planned.
*I am really thankful that our church canceled services before things got worse.  I love that we already had live streaming available.  I am so encouraged to see so many people tuning in this last week.  
*I love my LifeGroup.  They are the people I struggle through life with and share my Joy's and burdens with.  They give me strength and point me to Jesus.  They are shoulders to cry on and laughter and praying hands and helpers.  I love them.
*This new slow down to life will give me no more time excuses to ignore my time with God.  It's sad that this is what it took, but I will rejoice in my new focus.
*I spent over an hour this morning contacting parents from Avery and Connor's classes, giving my phone number and suggesting phone calls and video chats between our kids.  The virus can't stop our sense of community.
*I'm having a southwest breakfast bowl this morning and it is going to be delicious!  I'm stoked!  ❤😋

That's what I've got for now.  Kinda rambling, but hey, that's me.  Be good to one another, stay safe, and know that God and I love you!  Praying for our leadership, country, and world in this desperate time.  ❤🙏

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