And Joy Springs Forth!

The numbers inch closer, the thermometer climbs higher and someone calls out....it's 72 degrees(in the sun) and our footsteps get lighter,

the outlook looks brighter and the children break out.

They exit the doors with sweaters instead of coats

for truly there is 'spring' in their step.

Beauty emerges, like bulbs in the vase, fresh, crisp, new.

The streets become alive, with people and pets,

the season is coming... bringing fresh winds and renewal.

It is same with our hearts, as this season draws close,

a time of renewal for all He has done.

He has made fresh, He has made new, and my JOY emerges bright.

For as the earth bringeth forth her bud, and as the garden causeth the things that are sown in it to spring forth; so the Lord God will cause righteousness and praise to spring forth before all the nations. Isaiah 61:11

141) sunshine... barefoot on the driveway... no coat sunshine

142) watching little one with snow white sweater... delicately playing in mud

143) the results of Master Reader on my Master Reader...thank you Hooked on Phonics!

144) the gentle humming of birthday boy this week....

145) homeschooling..the time we have together

146) not even having to write a Honey-do-list....it just mysteriously gets done

147) hugs from little ones

148) microwave popcorn....it just was one of those days!

149) a strong foundation, steady walls and roof of protection...The Map

150) sounds of music from guitar, drums and piano