The Weekly (Joy)Cap
Week of February 20th- February 27th (25') | Glimpses of Grace, Sweet Magnolias, & Modeling a Living Faith in Your Home
This is the (Joy)Cap where I share a weekly reflection or lesson and a roundup of links, recommendations, and everything that’s bringing me joy, inviting you to do the same. Think of this as a weekly coffee date with my close friends. ☕️💕🫶🏾 Join me on a weekly joy hunt and start receiving the (Joy)Cap by subscribing today! ✨
We’re officially in week two of Hand, Foot, and Mouth. On Friday, the twins and I started showing symptoms, which meant another week in quarantine. It’s been a hard one. On top of the discomfort and exhaustion, we’re all feeling a little stir-crazy, ready to return to our normal rhythms and routines.
Tensions and tantrums have been running high, and to add to the mix, we’ve also been easing into homeschooling. Navigating sickness while introducing new rhythms has stretched me in ways I didn’t expect. Every day, I find myself learning a deeper facet of 1 Corinthians 13. As I face tantrums, short tempers (including my own), and the constant need for patience, I see how parenting is refining me—teaching me to love in a way that bears, believes, and endures.
But even in the hardest moments, I’ve seen glimpses of grace. The quiet snuggles in the early mornings. The way my children still find joy in the simplest things—a favorite book, a silly game, a warm meal. The moments when, despite the exhaustion, I feel sustained by a strength that isn’t my own.
Nothing has shaped and stretched me more than motherhood. It’s a daily invitation to grow in selflessness, to extend grace, and to lean on the Lord for strength. And right now, that’s exactly what I’m doing—leaning in, taking it one moment at a time, trusting that His grace is carrying me through.
Glimpses of Grace 🌤️
The other day, I received a text from my mom friends checking in on how the kids and I were doing. Not only did they want to see how we were holding up, but they also insisted on dropping off a little care package—something to bring a bit of joy and comfort in the midst of it all. In that moment, I couldn’t help but feel overwhelmed with gratitude.
The Lord has always surrounded me with the most generous and caring friends, and I’m still in awe of the community He has given me in such a short time. These past few weeks of sickness have left me weary, but His kindness never fails. Just when I need it most, He sends refreshment—reminders that I’m seen, cared for, and never alone.
The Joy List ✨
Catching up on the latest season of Sweet Magnolias. It’s rare that I watch TV. If I’m being honest, I’m more of a YouTube girly, and by the time my kids fall asleep at night, there is just enough time for me to shower, journal, and read before bed. However, Netflix’s Sweet Magnolias is one of my favorites, so I was thankful that I got to sneak a few episodes in on Sunday while the twins napped and my husband ran a few errands with my four year old.
Making our home a home. I didn’t decorate the previous townhome or any other apartments we had. I was of the mindset of if we were going to be there temporarily, it didn’t matter (plus I didn’t want to mess up the walls). However, when we moved into this house, the Holy Spirit challenged my mindset with this passage in Jeremiah: “This is what the Lord of Armies, the God of Israel, says to all the exiles I deported from Jerusalem to Babylon: “Build houses and live in them. Plant gardens and eat their produce. Pursue the well-being of the city I have deported you to. Pray to the Lord on its behalf, for when it thrives, you will thrive.” (Jeremiah 29:4-5, 7 CSB) So although we are renting this house, I vowed that this time I would be intentional with cultivating this space. I always envisioned this home being a haven, a place of respite and peace for our family and others. I’m tackling things slowly, as our budget allows. Over the last few months, I’ve added a few signs and a bookshelf to our living room space, and I’m already loving the progress of seeing how my vision is coming together.
Getting out in the sun. I’m thankful that the sunny, warm weather has returned this week. Although we have been quarenteening the last two weeks, I still make it an effort for us all to get outside at least once a day.
Currently Savoring 💞
This short and sweet podcast episode with Sally Clarkson and Whitney Newby is a must-listen. When I first got married, I saw marriage as a mirror—but I wasn’t prepared for how much motherhood would magnify that reflection. Motherhood exposes our imperfections, limitations, and deep need for God’s grace. In this episode, author Whitney Newby shares how God allows us to face challenges so we learn to cast our cares on Him. There’s a holy space where our need meets His grace. Don’t be afraid to show your kids that you need Him—you weren’t meant to do this in your own strength. Let your weaknesses drive you to His throne of grace, modeling a living faith that points them to Christ.
A Nourishing Note ☕️
Grace As You Go 🕊️
Some seasons stretch us in ways we never anticipated—through exhaustion, unexpected challenges, and the constant demands of caring for others. But even in the hardest weeks, grace is woven into the details: in a moment of quiet when the kids finally nap, in a friend’s thoughtful gesture, in the strength to get through one more long night.
This week, if you feel weary, let grace meet you where you are. Lean into the small reminders of God’s kindness—the helping hands He sends, the endurance He provides, the love that sustains. You don’t have to do it all in your own strength. Let His grace be enough for today. 🩷
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Even though it’s only Monday, a lot of my joy has come from my family. Being with them and connecting with them has been one of the sweetest parts of my week so far, and I’m so thankful for it. It’s a very solid reminder of the kindness of the Lord towards me. 🙏🏾💜