Joy

So far this week has been a week of joy for me.
Work has been great. It was fun to get back to my students, and to connect with them again.
I've been to the gym the appropriate number of times, and really worked hard.
My car broke down, and I decided to purchase a new truck.
I've been able to stick to my guns with the "moving past the heartbreak plan" as well. The Lord is giving me strength to go through each day.
Our kids have been around, and we've had evening meals around the table filled with laughter and love.
The week has gone by quickly, and I am so excited that it's FRIDAY!!

On the other hand, my dear friend and workout partner, Fiona, is going through a very personal crisis. Her mother was taken to the hospital on Wednesday by ambulance, and things have been declining ever since. As a friend, I so want to be there for her. I want to help and be supportive. I know there is no joy for her right now.

I am struck by how life goes on. I remember when Seth was diagnosed with cancer, and I felt like my life was falling apart. Yet, all around me, people were going on with their life. People were experiencing joys and were laughing. Yet, there I was, just discovering that my baby had a potentially life-threatening disease.

SO, while my week has been filled with joy, I am also very much aware that those around me may be hurting and suffering. If you are one of those people, my heart goes out to you. My hope is that the joy will come back around to you.