Yes, We Do!

Six Word Photo Story: Freestyle

There’s A Fire Within Me, Too.

Last weekend we were camping near the California wildfire areas. I stopped for gas (and ice) and saw this sign posted up at the front of the store. I felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude when I read this sign, not only for the men and women who fight these roaring wildfires (whom I never want to take for granted) but also thankful for the reality check that everyone is battling blazes of their own. We are all trying to get to the other side, where it’s cooler, less intense, and we can breathe a little better.

This was the first official trip with my kids as a single mom — and I think we’re going to be okay.

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