Happiness is in Your Own Backyard

Sometimes I search so long for something, and it is right here in front of my face. I talk about my journey to joy, which is also a search for happiness. I try to plan out everything, lately, so it is the least amount of stress on my mind and body. Yesterday, was nothing I planned for. But, it produced a lot of change. Change is good. But, unplanned it can be bad. But, now I just have to work through it. And, I think I am good with it. The day started with a difficult conversation with my landlord. But, ended up, if I was going to leave the lease, The sooner I did it the better. This helps me out considerably. I am just not ready to move again, yet. I thought! I just expressed how much time I had off this month. So, it really a good time to do this. I also did not want to do any moving in the rain. But, now I feel differently, as it is better then hot, humid and blistering sunshine. And, cold weather is coming, ice and snow would be the worse to move in. So, I will be spending my days packing. I also, spent time with my cousin, who I rarely saw in my lifetime. But, we have our grandparents, in common. And, it was so nice to share stories of how much they meant to us. We also were visited by deer, foxes, squirrels, cardinals on a birdbath and a racoon. I had to show him the mural Kaylyn painted. I was really worried for him. After losing his wife and being married about forty years, and had been the home caretaker for the last four years. Also, knowing he was the only one left in his family, as his sister just died last year. But, imagining looking outside to see the good things around him. He also had a lot of work done in his house, to make it comfortable for his wife. We talked for six hours straight, and couldn't believe what time it was when I left. But, I am happy he is in a good place in life. I also have been avoiding the news for months. This morning I read more about the devastation in Florida. I am shocked by the amount of lives lossed. Lots of prayers this week for all who have suffered losses. Quote of the day: “Happiness is like a butterfly, the more you chase it, the more it will evade you, but if you notice the other things around you, it will gently come and sit on your shoulder.” ― Henry David Thoreau Song of the day: YES! I love you tube when it suggests something. LOOK what happened last night. Brandon and Bruce TWO of my favorites The Killers and Bruce Springsteen Born To Run