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I think of myself as a joyful person, ordinarily. But as everyone has been saying, these are not ordinary times. I have to admit that many days, I briefly become quite sad and shed a few tears and then I remind myself that joy is still present in my life.
As always, I find joy in communicating with my family and friends, whether it be by texting, talking on the phone, FaceTime or Zoom. We may not have exciting news to report, but it is even more meaningful now. I have always found joy in using my hands to create a variety of things, so starting to weave a scarf and baking another loaf of bread brought me comfort and a sense of accomplishment. And then there is being outside in this beautiful time of the year with the flowers blooming, birds singing, and the warmth of the sun. Today was especially joyful, as a friend came to walk with me. (Yes, we kept at least 6 feet between us.) Living alone as I do, this short contact with a familiar face is cause for celebration! I have also found joy in some small, unusual places, including YouTube and Netflix. It’s been fun to watch and listen to the virtual choirs sing, and Andrea Bocelli’s concert from the Duomo on Easter Sunday was beautiful. I have also been watching a documentary series on Netflix called Babies about how they develop. And who can resist smiling and laughing when babies are so joyful and loving? So, yes, joy is still very much a part of my daily life! --Jeanette
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