Finding Joy

Parenting as a single mom 1 Minute

It starts with the first thing that brings that smile to your face when you wake up.

Do you even have a thought that does this?

Think about that……

If not, maybe it’s time to make a list.

Take out that paper, and have some thoughts about your life.

What brings that joy to your life? What will it take to get joy, if you don’t have it?

I often get so caught up in my daily “to do’s,” that I forget to stop, look around me, think about my life, what it means, how I feel in that exact moment, where I am.

Pause.. reflect… visualize.. take that action..

If you find that you have a long list of things that bring you joy, congratulations!

Here’s my list, as I’m sitting at my desk, typing on this bright, sunny FRIDAY!

List of the “things” that bring me JOY:

  1. Sunshine
  2. Warmth
  3. Great scenic views in nature
  4. The sound of Waterfalls / brooks flowing
  5. The breeze with the sunroof open or being able to ride in a convertible with the top down
  6. Warm drinks (coffee is my choice)
  7. Cozy, soft blankets
  8. Christmas Movies
  9. My children playing nicely together
  10. Hearing my favorite songs
  11. Working out – getting my sweat on
  12. Traveling
  13. Hot Tubs / Hot Baths
  14. Candles
  15. Real wood burning fireplaces
  16. Camping
  17. Sitting by a campfire – looking at the stars
  18. Hiking in the woods, with no one around – no crowds – to really be exploring
  19. Hugs from my littles
  20. Snuggles with my littles
  21. Being told I am loved by my littles
  22. Comforting my littles
  23. Being free
  24. Getting the text or call from someone that makes your heart skip a beat
  25. Enjoying some amazing foods and drinks with friends
  26. Making plans for special people in my life – surprising them with their favorite things

What brings you joy?

When you find it, do what you can to keep it, relish in the moments, and don’t let that moment pass by without putting a smile on your face. It will warm your heart and soul.

I plan on really emphasizing these things to my kids, so that when they are older, or maybe they can do these things now.. I just want them to know what brings them joy, to find their interests and excel in them, but most of all, be happy with who they are.

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Published by allinaday27

Just trying to keep it together... This single parenting opportunity is amazing, thrilling, exhausting, rewarding, and fun. I'm not interested in merely surviving, but thriving in the process. It's about personal growth, but also teaching the children to accept who they are, where they are, but always strive to be their best they can be.

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