“But may the righteous be glad and rejoice before God; may they be happy and joyful.” Psalm 68:3
I recently stumbled across a journal of mine from college. On the very back page I found a list that made me smile and feel as warm and fuzzy as it did numerous times throughout my college days. It was nothing glamorous; just a simple list of the little things in life that brought me joy during those days when I felt bogged down and overwhelmed. As I read through each item on the list, I was encouraged to draft a new one given the changes in season I have encountered since them. Some ideas are the same…”oldies, but goodies” as I like to call them. But, surprisingly many have changed since I transformed from a single college gal to a a wife, teacher, and mother. Some how the idea of a ”white picket fence” I once cherished pales in comparison to the reality of a home that is far from perfect, but filled with more love than I ever thought possible.With that in mind, here goes the list…It is my prayer that God would never cease to remind me of the many gifts he has given us on this earth that reflect His love and care for us! May my heart be always grateful.
Things That Bring Me Joy…the little things in life
- slurpees
- early evening strolls with my husband
- the sound of my 3 month old’s giggle and the sight of his “gummy” smile
- a good book and a cup of hot tea
- Sovereign Grace worship music
- the beaches of Northern Michigan
- the first snowfall of the year
- faithful friends
- 2nd graders
- icecream
- bonfires in the fall…preferably with s’mores!
- children’s books
- travel/visiting family
- wearing slippers
- Sunday mornings at church, followed by lazy afternoons
- the smell of clean sheets on my bed
- the beach
- picnics
- elementary schools: bulletin boards, freshy sharpened pencils, the sounds of little voices, the smell of chalk…I love it all!
- autumn
- manicures and pedicures
- studying doctrine and theology
- waking my son up in the morning
- celebrating the Steelers Superbowl victory
- fires in the fireplace
- tulips
briana said,
August 21, 2006 at 8:13 pm
Some of your favorites are my favorites, too…like bonfires, slurpees, celebrating Steelers Superbowl victory!! I love that you’re writing, friend. Hey..check out judahandtucker.blogspot.com to leave your comment there about how to make your house so good smelling. YOu’ll understand once you visit. The other bloggin’ gals are waiting for your tips.
Kate said,
August 22, 2006 at 1:40 pm
Bri,
Why doesn’t it surprise me that we have some of the same favorites?! Thanks for commenting… we’ll see how this blogging thing goes!:)
Danielle said,
August 22, 2006 at 8:04 pm
Kate, your love for slurpees is famous!
Welcome to blogging, I’m so excited to see you’ve started! I too love a good book and a cup of hot tea (what kind do you like? I love Irish Breakfast and Constant Comment).
I’ve linked to you on my blog!
Hey, I’m working on a children’s book. When it ever gets done, would be willing to read it as a “professional” to judge language appropriateness? I’ve just finished the writing and am working on layout and illustrations, so it could be some months.
KAREN said,
August 23, 2006 at 1:18 pm
You had me until the Steelers-thing. Are you sure they ever won a Superbowl?
Megan said,
August 28, 2006 at 2:11 pm
HI Kate,
It took some brain power to find your blog but I did it! I enjoyed reading your postings – I can relate alot to the worrying! Anyway – my blogs aren’t nearly as eloquent or profound, but check it out anyway. Love you!
Meg
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