Joy

May the God of hope fill you with all JOY and peace in believing so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in HOPE.  Romans 15:13

 Graham brings us so much joy.  He loves so sweetly and learns new things every day.

 (and he looks good in a cowboy hat)

 When I see my son playing outside, laughing and being silly, I am filled with joy.  At different moments I've been struck with deep sadness. Sometimes I just start crying or don't feel like doing anything.   I know I'll continue to have those moments but I am so very thankful for laughter and joy.

The Holy Spirit IS filing us with HOPE and JOY and PEACE.