Yesterday was my first day home since before
Christmas. I was happy to get back on the road to my routine and recovery! I
finally had my sinusitis surgery and although my surgeon mentioned I have a
chronic disease, I was happy! My eyesight has improved, my sense of smell is
returning, my energy level has sky rocketed, and I feel so good! I’m happy! For my religious friends not feeling comfortable with the word,
happy, I do know the difference between circumstantial happiness, joy, and
being blessed. Yes, the joy of the Lord is my strength! Yes, I’m beyond
blessed! Yes, God is the source of my joy, and…. I’m happy! The Bible mentions
the word, happy, in several scriptures in various versions of the Bible. It’s
okay to be happy, and yesterday I was so happy while hubby drove home. The boys
were in the back seat sleeping and snoring and I was having happy thoughts of my
sisters and parents and the time we spent together. Although this isn’t the end
of my health issue, I felt like I could have danced the entire trip home. I felt
like Happy Feet, the movie!
I remember sharing a moment in church with my
mother many years ago. I can’t remember what holiday it was, but it was a small
crowd sharing testimonies. One elderly woman stood up and began sharing her
life. She suddenly raised her hands and began twirling around and around with
her eyes shut, her slip showing, and her head in the air saying, “I’m so happy,
I’m so happy, I’m so happy!” Mama and I still imitate this woman in our happy
moments and today, I share with you…I’m so happy! It’s okay to be happy and
express it!
After all, if you’ve got the nerve to wish someone a Happy New Year,
you should first be happy yourself!
