Day 351

I've been thinking about 1 Thessalonians 5:16 a lot lately. Be joyful always. It's my signature on my email. Our tagline on our Christmas card. Be joyful always. Joy. What a simple word that packs so much. Today it came to me in the form of gifts and hugs from students. It came to me in the form of a 7 year old neighbor girl's smile when she remembered all the steps on the sewing machine without a bit of help. It came to me in the 5 meaningful minutes I got to spend with R. And Kota greeting me at the door. And encouraging emails from friends. I really do have a lot to be joyful about. always.