As the kids and I settled in for pizza and a movie, our worn-in and comfortable call-night ritual, we each chose a coaster for our drinks. Our drinks being a special treat of Cherry 7-UP, another call-night special. I was struck by the choices that we each made, as they truly seemed to symbolize who we are. Nate chose faith. Nate is, by far, the most faithful member of our family. Abbie chose love. Abbie is full of love, always doting upon her dolls and her brother. And I chose hope. I have seen myself without hope, and thus endeavor in every moment of every day to embody hope and to shine it on to those around me. Coasters...
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