November/December 2010 Editor's Blog
I Am Joy
by Vicky Thompson
I am joy.
When you feel in touch with yourself and others in your life, you are close to feeling joy. Sometimes it takes just a small push to see the world around you in a new light. Being thankful, honoring yourself and others, and sharing your gifts can help you to remember joy in your life.
Holidays can be hectic, and it’s easy to forget why we celebrate them. In November and December, take time to notice small wonders in your life. In doing so, you’ll feel more present in the moment and open to sharing your joy with others.
Affirmation
My heart is bursting with joy in this moment.
When I feel the glory of spirit beside me, I feel blessed.
When I see the wonder of God’s creations, I feel loved.
When I hear the sound of God’s whisper in my ear, I slow down.
When I know how close I am to God, I stop the world.
In this place of silence, I listen and hear my heart beat.
In each beat, I sense the tenderness that went into creating me.
In that delicate fabric of life, I feel honored to live upon the Earth.
Meditational Prayer
Breathe deeply, inhaling the joy of spirit. As you exhale, see golden sparkles of joy surrounding you. As these sparkles of heavenly delight dance around you, feel your heart swelling with uncontainable joy as you say the following prayer: Dear God, I see your same cloth of creation in my brothers and sisters. I see the same love, patience and kindness dwelling within all humanity. I now know that we are one and the same creation of God. I lay down my judgments and embrace my brothers and sisters in love. I let the same love you created in me touch the same love in all others. In love, in peace, we embrace as one. Joy eternal, joy present becomes me.
Editor Vicky Thompson is the author of 
Life-Changing Affirmations: A 30-Day Plan for Spiritual Transformation
. Visit www.journeywithspirit.com.