In a number of communities in Southern Manitoba, including the Steinbach, Winkler and Altona areas you may have noticed signs popping up on yards over the last few weeks with the phrase "Consider It Joy" on them... as well as some signatures on them.

The effort comes from Altona's Peter and Kristin Serger, and their desire to reach out, express creativity and share joy during a very difficult time for their family. Last July Kristin was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer, and has been

Courtesy of the ConsiderItJoy Facebook page receiving treatment ever since. The family also recently learned tumors were found on Kristin's liver.

Chris connected with her husband Peter after noticing several of the Consider It Joy signs in his part of town, and asked him to tell us about the family's journey and how they ultimately led to what's been popping up on lawns.

Our podcast and video are below.

You can also learn more about the Serger's, on their YouTube channel Consider It Joy or their website which includes information on how you can access the sign design, so you can create your own to share joy... and remember to be part of the social media conversation by #ConsiderItJoy on your post!