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This week, we are staying on the lighter side.
Sometimes the best way to find joy is to embrace the lighter moments in life—those small, seemingly insignificant instances that make us smile, laugh, or simply shake our heads in amusement. From parenting adventures to disco-inspired dance moves, this week’s newsletter celebrates the simple pleasures that brighten our days and remind us that joy can be found in the most unexpected places.
Let’s jump right in….
Joy Happenings
This weekend, Lacey shared a story of parenting on her social media about her daughter’s determination to go to Target. It was silly, fun, and so emblematic of how even the joys of parenthood can feel like tests and trials.
Sharing your story doesn’t have to be big! It can be small moments that help you make sense of your world.
What’s a song lyric that always puts you in a good mood?
We asked a previous guest of No Shame in the Home Game, Sadie:
“Jamiroquai’s ‘Canned Heat’ brings me so much joy. I always think of Napoleon Dynamite’s talent show dance at the end of the movie—that guy’s got some serious moves. The funky disco vibe dares you to sit still. And the lyrics not only tell you what to do, they instantly get you smiling. ‘Got canned heat up my heels tonight, baby,’ but I always replace ‘heels’ with ‘hips’.”
Let us know yours by posting on social media tagging Joyful Support Movement, tell us in The Village, or just respond to this email!
Fun Fact – This song makes me (Lacey) think of this scene from Center Stage. I have a feeling some of my fellow millennial women will be able to get joy from both movies. I also thought the words were “Candied Heels” like they were extra sweet.
Let’s talk toilet cleaning. If you have never been taught, or always had questions, check out the latest cleaning videos on dry cleaning (yes, that is a thing!) and sanitizing toilets.
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Remember, finding joy doesn’t always require grand gestures or life-changing moments. Sometimes it’s in the simple act of dancing to a favorite song, sharing a laugh over a child’s determination, or even mastering a basic household task. We hope this newsletter has inspired you to embrace those lighter moments and find your own unique ways to spark joy in the everyday. Until next time, keep dancing, keep smiling, and keep sharing your joy with others!
