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A Time to Rejoice…

January 26, 2007 by Janice

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Today I am celebrating.

Today I am not worrying about the future, or lingering over the past. Today I am rejoicing in the gift of “right now” – all the hope and beauty of it, untainted by any fears or future struggles.

I know that there will be pain in my tomorrows. I know that there is chance I may never even get to meet this new little life sprouting inside me until I see Heaven. I know my world could fall apart tomorrow.

But I have today. And today is good. Today there is room for hope – tons of room. And I will delight in it. I will dance and swirl around. I will laugh and sing. And I will praise my gracious Lord and thank Him over and over and over.

This may seem an obvious response to good news. I have heard that some people live this way every day. But I don’t. I usually carry my fears around, holding them up so that somehow they can protect me from disappointment when suffering hits. It is ridiculous I know – but that is what I do.

But today I am not going to. In fact I think I won’t do it all week…maybe all month…maybe longer. Maybe this is where I will live – in the moment, squeezing the joy out of every second of good I have down here on earth. And on the days when the good is hard to find, I will savor the Good to come.

Yes, today I am celebrating.

“There is a time for everything,
and a season for every activity under heaven:
…a time to weep and a time to laugh,
a time to mourn and a time to dance…”
Ecclesiastes 3:1,4

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36 Comments

  1. Johnie says

    June 16, 2007 at 4:56 pm

    Amazing artwork! This is spectacularly done! Visit my sites, please:

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  2. Anna says

    January 28, 2007 at 1:49 pm

    What a wonderful insight. Something that I too should put into practice. Thank you.

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  3. Judi says

    January 27, 2007 at 11:13 pm

    I just love you Janice! I am just like you in the way I carry my fears around. But when I found out I was pregnant with my precious boy after trying for over a year I rejoiced with everything in me too! Congratulations.

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  4. Rena says

    January 27, 2007 at 5:16 pm

    May you continue to rejoice and celebrate each moment of each day, one day at a time. Peace and grace to you and the little on. I’m so happy for you.

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  5. Paulette1958 says

    January 27, 2007 at 4:29 pm

    I am so happy for you and this new life. I am praying for all your tomorrows where you can watch God’s miracles come to fruition and will have a beautiful healthy baby. I am also praying that God restores you to Health and you can relax and enjoy this special time.
    Blessings to a dear lady!

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  6. Mama Lily says

    January 27, 2007 at 12:12 pm

    Good for you!! Rejoice in the Lord from whom all blessings flow. I understand the desire to hide our joy hoping it will last longer! Joy is in rejoicing! Hope you can stay in the lovely place for a good long time.

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  7. Terri says

    January 27, 2007 at 9:32 am

    I’m so happy for you! After battling secondary infertility for so many years, every time someone struggles and then gets pregnant I feel such joy for them. It’s overwhelming for me–I can’t imagine how it is for you!
    Enjoy your day!

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  8. Stephanie says

    January 27, 2007 at 8:36 am

    It is a good felling to rejoice in the moment. Praying that you can have that feeling everyday!

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  9. owlhaven says

    January 27, 2007 at 12:41 am

    Good for you!!!

    Hugs

    Mary

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  10. Mary (Mert) says

    January 26, 2007 at 8:48 pm

    What a blessing to have so much joy! Sing it from the roof tops, sistah! :O)

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  11. Karen says

    January 26, 2007 at 8:26 pm

    I’ll rejoice with you! I just found your site this week and am so happy about your pregnancy! I’m looking forward to all the future rejoicing about this little one.

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  12. Local Girl says

    January 26, 2007 at 6:29 pm

    We cannot control the bad things that may or may not come. It’s great that you’re enjoying the happiness and miracle of the moment!

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  13. Michelle in MX says

    January 26, 2007 at 6:06 pm

    Lets dance

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  14. Heidi says

    January 26, 2007 at 5:32 pm

    Amazing post, I’m with you on this. Thanks for the reminder!!!!!

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  15. Kim says

    January 26, 2007 at 4:50 pm

    Right now is the time to laugh and the time to dance!
    God Bless!

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  16. jen says

    January 26, 2007 at 4:29 pm

    Good on you. God tells us to concentrate on today and not worry about tomorrow.

    I dont think youd be the only one who does worry I think its a natural reaction – I do

    Enjoy today 🙂

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  17. Kilikina says

    January 26, 2007 at 4:20 pm

    Congrats once again!

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  18. Karla~Looking Towards Heaven says

    January 26, 2007 at 3:56 pm

    I love what FrogPrincess wrote about the significance of this week! Amazing!

    I love your perspective on this. I too struggle with holding my fears over me as some sort of protection…

    Blessings,
    Karla

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  19. Sarah S. says

    January 26, 2007 at 3:50 pm

    I LOVE this — you can say, “junk may come — no, junk WILL come, but today is a happy day!” Bless you over and over! Years ago a preacher at my church would start each sermon (I wish I knew who he was quoting) by saying: “Neither the regrets of yesterday nor the fears of tomorrow can be allowed to mar the beauty of today. Today we celebrate!” Celebrating with you!

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  20. Barb says

    January 26, 2007 at 3:27 pm

    I’m just now getting over here for the first time in a few days Janice, and look at the wonderful news you’re sharing with us! I’m beyond excited for you.

    My thought is this. I think you may be getting this slightly subdued reaction from your family because you lost a baby and they’re being cautious. I seriously doubt they know this hurts you.

    If it helps, I’m shouting in my heart for you. I have a very good feeling about this. Oh my word, what wonderful news!

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  21. e-Mom says

    January 26, 2007 at 2:30 pm

    Woohoo! I’m dancing with you!!! Awesome, just awesome.

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  22. Theresa ♥ says

    January 26, 2007 at 1:46 pm

    Wow, did I need this! Thank you.

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  23. Chris says

    January 26, 2007 at 1:38 pm

    I REJOICE with you! So encouraging!

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  24. Linda says

    January 26, 2007 at 12:44 pm

    Beautiful!!!!

    Linda

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  25. sema says

    January 26, 2007 at 12:16 pm

    Inspirational. I tend to be more like you, holding my fears and worries close to me. It is such a relief when we choose to rejoice instead and not worry about tomorrow or think about the past.

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  26. Suzanne says

    January 26, 2007 at 11:54 am

    Carpe diem!! We should all be feeling this way 🙂

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  27. Beth F. says

    January 26, 2007 at 11:28 am

    What a wonderful, well written post! I think I’ll start thinking the same way!
    In fact, somehow, you’ve motivated me to clean and laundry. You’re magical!

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  28. Angela says

    January 26, 2007 at 11:14 am

    Beautifully spoken! God asks us to rejoice ALWAYS…easier said than done, but necessary as we walk in obedience to Him.

    Rejoicing and praying for you today.

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  29. Laura says

    January 26, 2007 at 11:06 am

    I love this post. Yes positivity is essential…one day at a time!
    What a day to rejoice!
    Laura

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  30. Jill says

    January 26, 2007 at 10:59 am

    You are not the only one who lives like that. I often say — I set my expecations low, so I’m not disappointed if things don’t work out. But this is truly reason to be joyful and if there was ever a time to “live in the moment” it is now!

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  31. Lani from The Wooden Porch says

    January 26, 2007 at 10:55 am

    What a sweet post! I am happy right along with you. Thank you for your kindness in the comment box at my blog yesterday. It means a lot to me to hear that.

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  32. Janet a.k.a Wonder Mom says

    January 26, 2007 at 9:04 am

    You deserve this happiness…
    Thank you for that today!

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  33. Katrina says

    January 26, 2007 at 8:50 am

    What a great perspective, Janice. I am often so busy “protecting” my heart that I miss out on the joy. Thank you for sharing this.

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  34. Frog Princess says

    January 26, 2007 at 8:41 am

    What an amazing time for me to become a new reader. It’s amazing I know so many girls right now who are pregnant and/or just found out. What a perfect week too. It’s sanctity of Life week where a lot Christian groups really rally together about abortion,genecide, infanticide and many other issues..mostly abortion. It’s a beatiful thing to have a child. It is the most amazing and fulfilling experience a mom can have. I know you won’t take this for granted, it seems as though you are a great mom and God will definitely use you in your children’s live. I am praising and praying with you

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  35. Carey says

    January 26, 2007 at 8:05 am

    What a great way to view your day. Now if only we can all do that all the time, i think we would all be a little happier. Praying for you and your new baby today.

    Reply
  36. Kari says

    January 26, 2007 at 7:37 am

    It’s funny how we can use our fears as protectors.
    Rejoice in your happiness! You certainly deserve it!

    Reply

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