Morning Meditation: Smile

It's really just that simple. Intentionally radiate joy. Smile.

Joy and Sorrow

How does one move from sorrow to joy?
Step one, admit and grieve your sorrow.
Step two, give thanks for all that is joyful and joy-filled everything else.
Step three, repeat step two.
Step four (optional), repeat step one when necessary.
Step five, repeat steps two and three.
Step six, open your eyes.

I am so very grateful for all of the good, very good gifts of God in this life.
I see my earlier sorrow and see it diminished.

Dear God

Dear God,
Help me to rejoice with those who rejoice. 
Even when I am weeping on the inside.
Amen.