Source of Joy

“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh

I have to smile looking at this photo. It was only a few days ago that I was on that sail boat and even though my scalp is flaking due to a nasty burn (who knew that could happen?) and my back is starting to itch probably before it peels, I still smile. What memories I made this trip.

Tonight I chatted with my Mexican friends about my vacation--they love my tan and the fact that I had an amazing time in their country. We were talking about the food I had there when their youngest daughter piped up: Jicama? I LOVE jicama. The tone in her voice made me laugh.

Joy can be instigated by a smile or the smile can allow joy to blossom. I get that tonight as I remember my time away.

When was the last time you smiled so broadly you lit up everything around you?

Peace,

Suzanne