What Brings You Joy?
Job 10:20 says, “Are not my few days almost over? Turn away from me so I can have a moment’s joy.”
What brings me joy?
Finding a bargain on clothes. Parking spots close to the store, especially when I have both kids. Hitting all the green lights on the way to church, especially if my husband has made us late. 
Both kids sleeping in. Making cookies with the kids. Writing a good article. Cooking a delicious dinner.
Dreaming Big! Following my heart and passion. Rocking Olivia to sleep. Dylan’s never ending questions. Olivia’s expnding vocabulary. Pictures that turn out perfect. Finding the kitchen as clean in the morning as I left it the night before. Praying together with my husband. Books that speak my language and touch my heart. Speaking to a group about God and the life we have now!
Long quiet time opportunities. Great conversation with a friend. “You’ve got mail!” A few hours to run errands all by myself. Grand parents and Great-Grandparents who love my children beyond comprehension. The pretty smell of a candle. Songs that remind me of something wonderful, like a friend, God, love or mothering. A quiet car ride even when the kids are with me. Date nights with my husband.
There are so many things that bring me joy. I could go on and on! God is good!
Are you having “one of those days?” Stop whatever you are doing, find a pen and a piece of paper and write down every little thing in your life that brings you joy. Write for five minutes and then read over the list. Maybe this can put a smile back on your face.
“You have made known to me the path of life; You will fill me with joy in Your presence, with eternal pleasures at Your right hand” (Psalm16:11)
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