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Laura Rennie's avatar

This was such a pleasure to read, Joy! My April felt similarly to yours, and I really appreciate your perspective. How fun that you and Jenna live close by and that your fams get along well.

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Joy Nicholas's avatar

Thanks so much for reading! Here's to hanging in there through so much craziness, right?! And yes, I'm SO thankful Jenna lives close by!

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Kym VdP's avatar

Loves getting this little life update! And yes, why do us people pleasers to this to ourselves? 🙈

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Joy Nicholas's avatar

Thank you! Ugh, I don't know, it's crazy-making, isn't it?!

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Wendy Bones's avatar

Sometimes as women we can be too hard on ourselves. Sounds to me Joy that you did an awful lot right and extremely well. Love your writing.

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Joy Nicholas's avatar

Very true! Thanks for the encouragement! And I so appreciate your reading my writing!

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Jenna Brack's avatar

The car wash reboot as compared to dial-up internet is too good! Getting to see you & meet your sweet family was a highlight of my April, also.❤️

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Joy Nicholas's avatar

Aw I'm so glad!! We're already looking forward to the next time!

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Stacy Bronec's avatar

I'm laughing about the car wash! I have never been in one where you have to put the code in! But that seems like an easy mistake to make! Hopefully you're able to laugh about it now. And I love that you saved the little red car!!

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Joy Nicholas's avatar

I can laugh about it---but still shudder every time I pass the car wash! Lol!! Thanks so much!

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Jenn Hand's avatar

I love getting a peek into your world and heart and I love your writing !!

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Joy Nicholas's avatar

Thanks so much!!!

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Walt's avatar

Full of real life again! I laugh and cry.

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Joy Nicholas's avatar

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoy it!

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Meryl's avatar

I thoroughly enjoy reading each and everyone of your stories! You have such a way with describing scenarios I can typically feel as though I was there as well! Thank you for always sharing your adventures with us 💕

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Joy Nicholas's avatar

Ah, thank you, Meryl!! That's so encouraging to read!

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Kendra's avatar

Joy I can't believe I hadn't commented on this gem of a post!! I don't know how you do it, you give us a great update on your life while making us laugh, cry and think hard about the passing of time & what a gift it is to cherish. I'm writing this in almost July so I know April is firmly in the rearview mirror, but I'm so grateful for what you share and so thankful the Lord brought you through a harrowing month to the other side. I also hope someday for a band and music teacher as cool as Wyatt's to teach my music-loving kids!

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