Find Your Joy #3

Being honest about imperfection is hard, but if just one person leaves my space feeling better about herself because she recognizes that she's not the only one, then my honesty, humiliating as it is, will be worth it. Here goes: I had a hard day yesterday. It wasn't worth getting upset over, but when you're searching for your joy, it doesn't take much to knock the smile off your face. I drove home from work in tears. I called my mom, and then I made cookies. Cookies solve a lot of problems.

My secret ingredient is Allspice.

Today, my 5th grade team is treating the rest of our staff to a hot chocolate bar with sweets. We have hot chocolate packets and every single topping you can think of: marshmallows, whipped cream, hazel nut creamer, chocolate sprinkles, cinnamon, and both chocolate and caramel syrup. We also have cookies. Lots of cookies.

I wasn't supposed to bring cookies. I bought the hot water dispenser and a bunch of the toppings, but when your joy is flagging, baking for others can change your perspective. So I pulled out my mixer and whipped up a some good cheer. My happiness cup is not overflowing, but it's not empty either.

 It's funny how the act of giving serves to fill us back up. Find your joy.