As I forced myself to put the unpacking and cleaning on hold I was able to take in the joy of my daughter having her “catch” lesson. It’s moments like this, moments I would never have witnessed in our other life, that refresh my resolve.

I am not a great photographer like most of the lovely writers here on hi.co. This image doesn’t convey the feelings of pride, love, and deep satisfaction I was enjoying because I knew my family is 100% better for the unconventional changes we have made.