Sunday, December 14, 2025

Choosing Joy


I am choosing joy in spite of the arctic chill that came overnight.  


More snow is certainly beginning to make it "look a lot like Christmas".  Hard to believe it is now only 12 days away.  




If the weather doesn't set the mood for the holidays...the music certainly should.

"Joy to the World", "O Little Town of Bethlehem", Angels We Have Heard on High"...or "I am Dreaming of a White Christmas" are just a few favorites.

Have never figured out why some of these old songs are only played this time of the year.  They can bring such joy just hearing them and reminding us of what this special season represents.



 Speaking of choosing joy...I think these two are.  How about you?  Hope so.

Have a lovely joyful week.

Hugs

Debbie

"Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation."  Psalm 95:1 (NIV)

 

15 comments:

  1. Dear friend, I absolutely love all your snow photos, and the dogs are delightful! Thank you for also sharing this Bible verse.

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  2. Happy Merry Holidays! Beautiful photos
    Joy is when the thermometer is above 33°F. It has been nippy here in Vermont.
    May

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    1. May I agree about joy rising with the thermometer :)!

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  3. I will always choose joy, Debbie. Love the gorgeous snow pictures, too! Merry Christmas!

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  4. Choosing joy is the best way to go any time of year.

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  5. Your photos are beautiful, but they do make me cold. The dogs sure love it don't they. Yes, no matter what - we should ALWAYS pick joy.

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  6. Beautiful post, and so very true!

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  7. Beautiful photos! we are bitter cold here too-but no snow. snow is beautiful though in rural areas happy new week hugs

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  8. Love the photos. Our snow made it feel like the holidays are nearly here...and I still have a lot to do. I hope you are staying warm in this cold weather. The joy still comes through. Have a wonderful week.

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  9. We can choose how to experience each day. Joy is a wonderful choice.

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  10. Look at those two furry friends enjoying the snow! Love it! Choosing joy is a wonderful strategy! Thanks for the reminder! Hugs, Judy.

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  11. Oh Debbie, how did I miss this post? The snow is beautiful around your neck of the woods, and these are wonderful photos. The dogs must be having a blast playing in it all. I like all the Christmas songs you mentioned, especially White Christmas, and the movie as well. I hope you are enjoying this Christmas season to the fullest.

    Have a merry and bright week.

    ~Sheri

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  12. Beautiful, beautiful .....and joyful. Thanks.

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  13. That's a lot of snow! Hope you stayed cozy and warm and joyful!

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