Sometimes on our travels we get ourselves into hair raising situations. Like when we’re crawling up a rocky four wheel drive track and it seems we’re never going to reach the top. And I wonder whether we’re actually going to make it. But eventually we get there. That’s jubilation. And relief.
But it’s not just conquering steep four wheel drive tracks. It’s in the ordinary every day moments of life that can become the extraordinary. We all have them.
Moments of intense joy. Excitement, pride. Times of satisfaction and triumph.
Feelings of accomplishment after working so hard for something over a long period of time. And then seeing it become a reality.
Like my first piece of published writing in a magazine years ago. That was so exciting.
And learning to swim in my early 20s after nearly drowning when I was really young. It was a big deal for me, conquering my fear. Now I love being in the water.
Me snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef. So many moments of pure joy at being alive.
Trekking to Carlo Sandblow in Rainbow Beach, climbing to the top of Little Sahara on Kangaroo Island, reveling in the atmosphere at The Man from Snowy River festival.
When I married my wonderful man!
When, after 22 hours of excruciating labor, I gave birth to my precious baby girl. And then three years later to my beautiful son.
Watching my kids grow up to be wonderful human beings.
Sharing in their excitement. This is my daughter on her first pony Sparky five years ago, when she won her first major ribbon at a Pony Club Gymkhana. She was ecstatic.
And now, five years later, here she is doing what she loves best in the High Country.
It’s often the little things in life – as well as the big – that bring us the most joy. Watching Harry run on the beach. Living completely in the moment. Appreciating every day.
My mind, like some sleeping dragon, appears to have woken up after a long slumber …
Let all your thoughts run wild and remember when you felt jubilant. It’s liberating. As is accepting where we are and enjoying each day.
I wish you a joyful week ahead as as we all continue the journey.
This is in response to The Daily Post Weekly Photo Challenge – Jubliant
Very nice!
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Thanks for dropping by Anna.
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We should all carry that outlook each day!
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If we could, yeah definitely!
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S’all good again then in your life. Very pleased to hear it. All good wishes.
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Good days and bad Suzy, but this theme was a perfect chance to reminisce and reconnect with all those positive feelings.
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Loved every bit of this post! 🙂 I agree , its the little things that brings us the most happiness sometimes and we should be grateful for all of them 🙂
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Absolutely. Enjoy the rest of your week. 🙂
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You too 🙂
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Your photos of jubilant made me jubilant! They are wonderful! So great that you learned to swim in your 20’s- and now enjoy it. Such great photos Miriam 🙂
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Ha, yeah, better late than never, thanks Lisa. 🙂
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Lovely photos, Miriam. I have a photo of myself sitting on that giant bench at Broken Hill too.
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It’s a fun spot, thanks Carol. 🙂
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Isn’t Carlo Sand Blow great? Now tomorrow I will try to be jubilant, yay!
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Loved it, we had so much fun there.
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Us too. Just playing in the sand.
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Yeah, my son dug a hole that I swear went half way to China.
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Thank you for sharing your jubilant moments. These sure did put a big smile on my face 🙂
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Glad you enjoyed. 🙂
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What a great post with so much Positive energy!!! It is always a blessing to remember all those great moments ❤
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I agree with you hat it’s not just the big events to be jubilant over it’s the every day things too. Great shots and words for this week’s challenge.
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Thanks Debbie.
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Another great post, Miri. You captured the feeling of jubilant so well! 🙂
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I’m glad you enjoyed, thanks Diane. 🙂
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Reading this made me jubilant for you! How awesome.
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Thanks Wendy!
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Great experiences to share
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Thank you! 🙂
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OMG! Reading this placed a smile to my face…you all look so happy and great memories to share!
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Thanks. It was fun putting it together. ♡
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Oh, such a beautiful post! Living in the moment and cherishing each day brings such joy 🙂
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Thanks so much and thanks for dropping by.
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These photos made me smile. Happy to see everyone had a great time. Have a wonderful week.
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Thanks Andrew. You too.
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Thanks
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I really love the picture on the giant bench. That made me smile. (A huge accomplishment today!)
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Glad it made you smile Sandra. Hopefully you can find more to smile about. You okay?
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I had kind of a scary anxiety attack yesterday (started while I was driving) and I still don’t feel like it has quite left me. I’ve been doing my best to do the stuff I have to do (kids and dinner and whatever else) but my head is killing me still.
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Sorry to hear that Sandra, they are scary when they hit out of the blue. Just stay focused on what you’re doing, you’ll be okay. Hugs to you.
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Thanks so much. I’m trying to write, but that’s not the best thing to focus on with a big fat headache! 🙂
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Maybe with a glass of wine by your side. Or a coffee. … works for me!
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Coffee is good for headaches. And for my mood in general. I’m thinking that ice cream in the freezer might help, too. I deserve a treat…
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Coffee AND ice cream, sounds perfect. Go for it. 🙂
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Lovely Miriam! Your post made me smile! So much joy and happiness. 🙂
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Thanks Nicole, must admit it made me smile putting it together and reminiscing.
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Lovely thoughts – this post made me smile ❤
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So glad, thank you!
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Such lovely positivity, gratitude and joy!
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Thanks so much!
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Jubilation – what a fabulous word. Thanks Miriam, for sharing all these wonderful moments. As so many others have said, it made me smile.
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It’s a great word isn’t it and it brought back so many wonderful memories I wanted to share. Thanks.
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You almost drowned??? 22 hours labor??? You are a warrior, my friend!! What a wonderful outlook and a fabulous post!!
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Haha. I’ve never thought of myself as a warrior, not that sort anyway! 🙂
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You totally are. Especially with all you’ve been through with your beautiful mum. ❤️
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Aw, you’re just too kind. xo
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You wear HERO with grace. You have a super woman cape flowing behind you, even if you don’t see it.
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I don’t see it but what I do see is you constantly making me smile and laugh! Thanks Jess xo
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That’s what friends are for! ❤️
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TruLy righT! oN 🙂
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I needed this tonight – to think of jubilance. I’m letting the ‘little stuff’ as Niki reminded me they are, get to me and chisel away at my happy place. I’m going to revel in the jubilance – every waking moment of it – next week as I watch my family frolic. Thank you for reminding me to stop and embrace it.
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No worries Amanda, sometimes it’s too easy to let the little stuff take over. Take care. 🙂
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A lot of joy, here
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Absolutely, and happy to share it.
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Loved this post, Miriam! All those moments in life when you triumphed the odds. You captured them beautifully. Your posts never fail to inspire. There’s always a silver lining. I need to be looking more carefully! 🙂
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Thanks so much Cheryl. I really enjoyed this theme. It was great to recapture all those moments that would otherwise lie dormant and forgotten.
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lovely set of pictures for WPC- Jubilant!
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Thanks so much, appreciate that!
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🙂
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Conquering challenges does make for moments of liberating joy! And that is the biggest park bench I have ever seen…..
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Hey Ann, yeah, it was a MASSIVE bench, made for some funny moments. 🙂
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This post just brightened my day … Smile after smile, photo after photo.
Thank you. 🙂
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My pleasure. Glad it made you smile Ashley. xo
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🙂
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Another beautiful and profound post, dear Miriam 🙂
I especially liked the first photo. I don’t know why. Maybe because it is made in the middle of nature. It gives me a feeling of tranquility and relief.
xoxo ❤
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Thanks Monica. Glad you liked it. Have you enjoyed your birthday?
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I did as much as I could taking in consideration that I have school in the afternoon. But I have plenty of time in the weekend, right?
Thanks for your words, Miriam 🙂
xoxo
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Well, look forward to the weekend then. And enjoy! 🙂
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I sure will 🙂
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Perfect images of jubilation, Miriam.
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Thanks Ruth.
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I’m so glad you’ve had such joy! It makes your spirit shine. 🙂
*hugs*
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I hope your life is also filled with joy Ness. Hope you’re having a beautiful weekend. xo
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So far, so good. Lots of lovely sleep, woo!
Hope you’re having a beautiful one, too! ❤
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Glad it’s been good Ness. Mine too. With lots of sleep as well. Bliss. xo
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Absolutely spectacular!
It is worth sharing!
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Aw thanks so much. Happiness is always worth sharing. And thanks also for the follow!
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