He was playful and happy in spite of his circumstances. (nakedpastor.com)
When I consider Mary's response, though, «Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word» (v. 38), along with her glorious song to God recorded in verses 46 - 52, I am reminded that a calling may feel like a burden and, indeed, sometimes may actually be a burden, but it is one of God's own choosing, which means that it is one that He works through to give us strength in spite of the circumstances. (firstthings.com)
In spite of her circumstances, I think she felt very happy to share with her neighbors the little I had taken her. (rachelheldevans.com)