My heart smiles...

Sometimes you can let the negative things in life bog you down and you just need to remember why life is so wonderful.  I constantly try to remind myself that God is in control and that the negative things that are taking place in my life are things that He is using to test me.  Undoubtedly, each time something negative happens, something positive stems from it. 

Reasons my heart smiles:

• Good friendships; ones that leave you feeling fulfilled and loved unconditionally
• Sunny days
• Pups; particularly mine because they love me more than they love themselves
• My students; they make me feel like a queen 4.5 days out of 5.  
• Punch and cake; today the Beta Club had their induction ceremony and I was gifted a piece of cake (or 2) after it ended
• Reaching a goal; I ran a mile in 8:30 - my personal best
• Time; God has gifted me time today, time to spend with my husband, doing things around the house, playing with my pups, and sewing

Are there times that you have to remind yourself of all the positives in your life?

Above all else, I am happily married, healthy, and loved by many.

Thank you, Jesus for this life You have given me.