REAL JOYS

The following comments were made by my mom about 15 years ago. It was published in a ward booklet titled: 'JOY'. Each sister in the ward shared what they thought JOY was or what gives them 'JOY'. Her statement is very sentimental to me. It touches my heart in a deeper place because of her circumstances today! I feel lucky to have a mom who was focused whole heartily on her role as a mother. Her final statement is what chokes me up! I'm sure her feelings haven't changed, she just can't express it in the same way.

REAL JOYS
Over the years it has been a JOY watching my little children grow and learn and progress day by day. Then, as they've grown older, it was watching them grasp the ideals of the gospel, and seeing them put those ideas into action. There is a sweet peace that comes as I see my children grow in knowledge, and my heart swells with the knowledge that their testimony is also growing.
I am enJOYing having a missionary in the field who is delighted in serving the Lord, ans who loves to share the great message he has with those whom the Lord would have hear it. Knowing that my other children will also have this opportunity brings me much JOY.
I am thankful to my Heavenly Father for blessing me with such special children and a wonderful spouse. I am also very thankful that we as a family have the gospel and can enjoy serving and loving others together.
--Peggy Baker--

Joy to me is being my mothers daughter.
Joy is loving and serving my mom.
Mom, I love you !