Counting It All Joy: May 7, 2019

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I am not sure how many of you are familiar with "Counting It All Joy" posts. Basically these are posts in which you chronicle all the positive things that have happened in your life. This is mine for today. -- Saw the Unsolved Mysteries segment on Charlene Richard, a 12-year-old Cajun girl from Richard, Louisiana who died a premature death from leukemia. She died in Lafayette, Louisiana, northwest of Richard, the town my maternal grandparents retired to. She was a devout Catholic throughout her life and even all through her illness, she prayed for the healing of others. Her grave, in her hometown of Richard, is said to have miraculous healing powers. Though not officially a Saint, she is also considered a patron of converts to Catholicism. As a Louisiana native and recent converted Catholic, the story resonated with me immensely. -- My aunt (father's half sister), whom I had never met in person prior to Saturday night, is staying at my parents' house this week. It has been fun sharing family photos! She loves aviation and used to be a pilot. I haven't told her that learning to fly is on my bucket list (haven't told anyone, really), but maybe I will. The truth is, I started looking up flying schools in my area! Pretty huge considering I used to refuse to travel solely because I was deathly afraid of flying! -- Had a great workout today, of calisthenics and HIIT. Also started some dance and martial arts-related 30-day challenges. -- Got some resumes and cover letters done, which enabled me to apply for a handful of jobs. I am reaching for something related to fitness and/or an entry level position at a hotel, as I am very passionate about and interested in both. I even got a very prompt reply from one inviting me for an interview. -- Got some cleaning and organization done. My longterm project of organizing all of my personal belongings is coming along (not that I have ever been a messy or disorganized person; I just needed a system that was a better fit for my current lifestyle and needs... and I was getting sick of the transition period things lying around with no place to put them yet). What are some positive things from your day?