Photo of a middle age woman sitting outside on a bench, smiling, with winter gear on, including a purple scarf, light gray coat, and multicolored hat. Her black lab (blurred in photo) is sitting next to her.

A World of Joy

by Kim Campbell
Photo by Kim Campbell

I refuse to dwell
in fear, instead creating
a world of Joy, Love

Inspiration

It’s probably easy to guess the inspiration behind my haiku. Overwhelmingly, there are more and more things to be afraid of and have deep concerns about. They seem to be growing daily and with little hope for the foreseeable future.

It’s easy for me to stay in a place of despair, but I also know the power of not staying stuck. I’m choosing, as best as I can, to be in Joy and Love. For me, it’s not about being ignorant or sticking my head in the sand (but, boy do I want to!). It’s about the inspiration, empowerment, and healing of Joy and Love. It’s about the power of spreading Joy and Love to help create a more Peaceful world - inner and outer.

I love to share what makes my heart sing. One of my greatest joys and ways of healing is reading and sharing picture books. I love to connect with Beautiful souls and hearts. I love to laugh. I love to create with words, photographs, colored pencils, paper, and my heart. I love my family and friends and the big, wide world with all its Wonder and Beauty. And you are part of that Wonder and Beauty! Thank you for BEing!

I’d love to hear how you find and create Joy in your life. Feel free to comment below! BONUS - Commenters will be put in a drawing for a chance to win a copy of the picture book, A Pocket Full of Rocks, written by Kristin Mahoney and illustrated by E.B. Goodale! It’s all about Nature, Imagination, Creativity, Joy, and Sharing! And remember…picture books are for ALL ages! :)

Giveaway closes on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 11:59pm EST. (U.S. only, please)

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