hope.

in the business of my days, i have felt hope.

i feel it...

in the early morning drives to school, as it becomes a close companion. 

i feel it...

as i sip my coffee, put away my bags, and get things organized for the day.

 i hear its constant reminders.

i feel it....

in the students i am beginning to love.

 in the seemingly impossible tasks set before me, i am not overcome. 

i feel it...

as i run mile after mile, my feet pounding the pavement with each step.

 i know that life is good and valuable and precious.

i feel it...

in those moments where marriage takes grit and time and communication.

it is filling my heart with expectancy.

i feel it...

in my photography that is becoming more than just a hobby.

my heart is becoming strong and courageous. 

i feel it...

when i pray and cry and ask God questions and hear his gentle whispers.

this hope is my anchor.

i am choosing, day by day, to make this hope my most faithful of friends.