Back in October I shared some pics of Nick and I.

At the same time I took some pics with my girls but could not share them.

I had not intended to take pics with them that day, they just saw the tripod and asked.

So of course I said yes.

I struggle to focus on these happy moments.

I have had very little hardship in my life so having children from hard places is a struggle.

I am used to choosing the easy way.

There is no easy way.

Nick is so good at making choices based on what is in his circle of influence and not stressing about the stuff outside of it.

I want to stress about the outside stuff.

Ha!

This is a journey is a marathon, not a sprint.

Pictures help me focus on something beautiful and happy.

Looking at them helps me feel like there is hope.

What gives you hope?