Posts Tagged ‘joy’
Creation Can Sing
I enjoy the early morning. It’s not always easy to get out of bed, but there is something exciting and expectant about a new day. The possibilities are endless. Today could go millions of different ways. I am still learning to trust the ONLY One Who knows what this day actually holds. He is never…
Read MoreGlad
I try to see the glass half full instead of half empty. I try hard to be an optimist – one who expects a favorable outcome or one who takes a favorable view of most every situation. I sometimes fail miserably at this. It is sometimes a challenge to be an optimist and a “realist”…
Read MoreRadiant With Joy
I love encountering people who are joyful. I think there is a difference between being happy and being joyful. I think happiness is defined by the situation I’m in. If I’m in a good mood or if someone just did something nice for me, then I’m happy. On the other hand, being joyful is a…
Read MoreMorning Joy!
Our English language is a bit goofy at times. We have so many words that are pronounced the same, but because of the spelling or usage they are different. I never noticed this so much until our “Nica Kid” was learning our language. To this day, he will say: “Why do you do that?” To…
Read MoreNice Clothes
I’m not much of a connoisseur of clothing. I like nice clothes, but I don’t buy the finest clothes money can buy. My wife is a huge help in buying my clothes because she shops the sale racks. I shop the wholesale club. I also wear “branded shirts” to work each day that display my…
Read MoreReverent Fear
I am not a fan of fear. I don’t like being afraid or fearful. I like feeling confident and bold. I like the feeling of control and the calm that can come with control. I have learned (over and over) that control is often a mirage or misconception. I actually have very little control over…
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