Joy and Effort

Not often are those words written together, but they should combined more often. People seem to think that Joy is something that just comes to them, that it’s one of those things that just happens. I disagree, I think joy takes Effort.

            For instance, we are hosting our first Thanksgiving dinner in many years. That will bring us a bunch of joy, but it will decidedly take a bunch of effort as well. As a rough count (some people have not confirmed their attendance yet) we will have 25 people here!

            Beyond the normal cleaning that a house full of guests always requires, we are going to need more seating, more table space, more place settings, etc... All of which takes effort, but in the end bring us great joy.

            Oh, did I mention this is Lynn’s side of the family? In the past we have hosted a couple of her side of the family, but never this many. Will it be hectic, yes sort of, but it will also be great fun and will take us all back to a time when we were younger and all having dinner with her parents. (only a couple years ago… that’s my story and I’m sticking to it!).

            And not I’m done with this blog for now, still many things to get taken care of to make this all come together in time for Thanksgiving! If you have suggestions to make this go smoother, or would like to attend, just comment below and let us know!