The Joy Journey of Patricia Barnes
About this joy journey:
Patricia, the site’s namesake, battled breast cancer for almost 9 years during which she developed “awe-inspiring” coping skills and, by her example, taught those around her to live each day to the fullest. She found purpose and took comfort in actively acknowledging life’s simple, daily pleasures, as she dealt with the challenges presented by her disease. This “record of joy” was an intimate way for her family to view her life, separate from her diesease, and to view the family’s lives through her eyes. Journal content was woven into Christmas letters, health updates and e-mails. Patricia talked about her journal writing at support groups and functions. She inspired others to keep records of their own joys, and her story reached many in the breast-cancer community. Her first journal entry reads, “This is a very special journal because it is a record of the many blessings the Lord has generously given me at all times and in all circumstances. Anyone has my permission to read this journal. It is an account of joy!”
Sep 27
Sep 26
- Bob's 47th Birthday!
- Watching Bob and Kara roughhouse - at 11 this may not last too much longer See Reshared Joys
- Kara singing while doing chores
- Kelly made a pancake breakfast
- So many phone calls it was hard to find time for ice cream and cake!
- Bob helped fix air conditioner leak at Mom and Dad's
Sep 24
- when asked what he wanted for his dinner birthday, Bob said "Fried Chicken!"
- Devotions and prayers with Nancy
- Tim "I love you" when left 25th anniversary party
Sep 22
- Kim can not keep a secret - she has cross-stitched me a bookmark - The first cross-stitch she has ever finished!
- Kara singing as she prepares for soccer
- Watching old movies with Nancy
Sep 21
- Live fish in a tank at the grocery store
- Dinner in our house with a delicious chicken/chili pepper meal prepared by Nancy
- Snuggles from Kelly and Kara
- Having my feet massaged
Sep 20
- Nan is here for a visit!
- Watched Titanic with Kara
- Hearts - Bob Nan Kara and I ; Nan got all 26 points once
- Kara's soccer team kept the lead team from scoring 10 points
- Kelly's glasses blowing off her face while going over the bridge in the Porsche in Charleston, SC
Sep 19