“One of the first tasks we are asked to do in the course is to write a “nourishment list” of everything that brings us joy, and to indicate which ones we could see ourselves doing in everyday life. I’ll put a * next to those activities.”

I read this on a blog entitled, This Mama’s Dharma. mamadharma.net

I thought this would really be a fun assignment!  I’m writing my list before I finish reading hers so as not to spoil my original ideas.

Things that bring me joy…

1. water (ponds, lakes, fountains, etc.)
2. watching the kids blow bubbles
3. a clean house*
4. cooking dinner*
5. reading the Bible *
6. watching the kids sleep*
7. the feeling of when I first crawl into bed*
8. a good conversation*
9. smiling*
10. praying*
11. traveling
12. singing*
13. photography
14. writing poetry*
15. accomplishment
16. Africa
17. butterflies
18. fishing
19. peace & quiet*
20. gazing at the stars
21. Sunday mornings service
22. babies
23. serving others*
24. hugs*
25. activities with kids*
26. ice cream cones
27. riding horses
28. being on time*
29. adventure
30. Jesus**

Just writing this blog brought me joy :)

Thanks ‘Mama’ for the idea!