Find your joy

It rained all day today, so I didn't walk at lunchtime. My office building is getting a new roof and solar panels; unfortunate timing--we had indoor rain today. :(

The good news is that it is snowing up north. M and his dad are heading back up for some elk. Christie had a snow day today, too.

So how can we find our joy? http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/11/05/happiness.simple.joy/index.html

"simply being aware of what is happening right now, without wishing it were different...a little less multitasking and a little more smelling the roses."

Lighten up. (smile!)

Get moving. (exercise, yoga, movement--get out of your head)

Look for a joy buddy. (steer clear of complainers)

Practice being happy. (consciously focus on feeling joy--giving compliments, laughing)

Do a song or dance (really). (singing will keep the funk away, dancing works too!)

Be very still. (meditate or pray) appreciate the moment and your life

Don't let $$ worries steal your joys. Instead of just lamenting, do something about it--assert control over finances.

Share your joy!

So now it is really coming down. Cassi is not a fan of the thunder. I hope she lets me get some sleep!