[Emerald U.]

Quote Of The Day 07.18.25​

“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass—it’s about learning to dance in the rain.”
– Vivian Greene
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Image source: Viktorya Sergeeva/Pexels

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Sometimes we think there has to be a perfect moment to feel joy, that we need peace and calm before we can truly be happy. But I believe joy shows up unexpectedly, anytime, anywhere—even in the middle of a mess. Like when you find yourself laughing while running through a downpour, or smiling through tough times. It’s those little moments that help carry us forward.

I was nursing a heartbreak when my friends spontaneously invited me out for dinner and drinks. One thing led to another, and we ended up having an impromptu sleepover. And it was exactly what I didn’t know I needed at the time.

How about you? What’s one unexpected moment that brought you joy, even during a hard time? Tell us in the comments!

 

[Arkie98]

I was a single Mom with 2 tiny boys and money was tight. They wrote me a Happy Birthday letter, told me was all they could do and that they would be on good behavior that day. I still have it and in a frame.