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she is the epitome of unconditional love + acceptance + strength. when I called her to tell her about Keith, my heart beating out of my chest + my voice shaking, she listened + paused + said :: I’m so happy for you. I knew this was coming. We knew it would be him. We have always expected you to find love again. You + the kids deserve this.

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she has been in the front row since day one, supporting Keith + me + the kids, and there is not a day that goes by that I don’t mention to Keith how in awe I am of her grace in the face of immeasurable loss + sorrow. I’m not sure how a mama grieves her son while welcoming a new father for her grandchildren, but she is doing it with brave love + uncommon vulnerability.

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this weekend, she showed up with a jeep full of groceries, and scooted Keith + I out the door, telling us to relax and have fun.

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we woke up this morning in San Diego, with hot coffee + quiet + a view of the harbor, and none of this would be possible without her.

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neither of us saw any of what’s happened the past couple years coming, but I am beyond grateful for Eric’s parents who continue to love me like their own + who have so graciously accepted Keith and cheered us on every step of the way.

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it is so.🖤