“Focus on the journey, not the destination. Joy is found not in finishing an activity but in doing it.” – Greg Anderson
JOY by Donna Ashworth
“Joy does not arrive with a fanfare,
on a red carpet strewn with the flowers of a perfect life.
Joy sneaks in, as you pour a cup of coffee,
watching the sun hit your favourite tree, just right.
And you usher joy away,
because you are not ready for it.
Your house is not as it must be,
for such a distinguished guest.
But joy cares nothing for your messy home,
or your bank-balance,
or your waistline, you see.
Joy is supposed to slither through the cracks of your imperfect life,
that’s how joy works.
You cannot invite her, you can only be ready when she appears.
And hug her with meaning,
because in this very moment,
joy chose you.”
Always be ready for joy
In unexpected places
Untimed but on time
In simple ordinary days
Awaiting your attention
Imperfect, unplanned, plentiful
We brace for the worst
Brace for joy
She’s coming for you
Asking you to put it all down for a moment
And dance
Always say yes to the invitation
YES!