guiding thoughts

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“…i have learned a new definition of the word ‘joy.’  i had thought joy to be rather synonymous with happiness, but it seems now to be far less vulnerable than happiness.  joy seems to be a part of an unconditional wish to live, not holding back because life may not meet our preferences and expectations.  joy seems to be a function of the willingness to accept the whole, and to show up to meet with whatever is there.  it has a kind of invincibility that attachment to any particular outcome would deny us.  rather than the warrior who fights toward a specific outcome and therefore is haunted by the specter of failure and disappointment, joy is the lover drunk with the opportunity to love despite the possibility of loss, the player for whom playing has become more important than winning or losing.” [rachel remen]

how was your weekend? mine was relaxing and not so productive. but, i guess that is okay. i am working on an art project of sorts and can't wait to show you the end result. watch for it this week or next. also, i am excited to share photos of my humble abode in upcoming posts. in the meantime, may you find joy in the routine of everyday life and mundane miracles. and may you exude joy to everyone that crosses you path. have a happy week!