Saturday, May 17, 2008

a taste of peace and joy

When I am stressed or can't seem to settle down I sing affirmations to myself. Lately I sing "Money comes frequently and easily" and "I welcome and enjoy success" to myself as I do the dishes or tidy the house. But for years I have gone to sleep saying "I accept peace and joy into my life" the more times the better.

This morning I had a taste of peace and joy. This morning was already warm and sunny. Breakfast on the back deck, Alex off to a show, the kids and I ready for a leisurely Saturday. They played together and in tandem on the back porch as our new dog, Tom, wandered between them. I was able to tidy the house and clean up the kitchen without any screaming, leg pulling death grips, or disaster. It was fantastic. I really enjoyed it.