Old Videos, New Joy

Last Christmas, my Dad gave us a DVD of all the old Super 8 movies from my childhood.

As I watch them, I see how joyful I was. (My sister looks quite serious. That is the opposite of what I perceive of us now...interesting...)

I decided to bring back that joy into my present.

The girls don't have video of when they were little, but I see them access comfort and smiles when they watch episodes of "My Little Pony" on Netflix.

What childhood video or movie could bring back some joy for you? With the internet today, I'm sure it is out there for you. It may be a few clicks away.

Creativity

My two amazing stepdaughters are definitely creative! They would go through a roll of tape per week if we had the resources to buy them that much and a big enough house to display all of their sculptures.

Since EVERYONE seems to notice this, I definitely have adopted the lense of creativity for looking at them, looking at our home and family. Today, I noticed that the same kinds of things that we would see at creative when children do them aren't considered creative when adults do them.

So what is the definition of creative. I've decided that for me, it is going to mean anything that is done in a way that no one else (that I know of) has done it.

How freeing and affirming! Now I notice how very creative I can be, even when I'm not trying to be!

I'll continue to enjoy the girls' homemade Mother's Day cards and gifts with great joy! Now I can enjoy my own efforts with the same joy. How delightful!