When you look toward the light, the shadows fall behind you.

We had the kids over this weekend and had a great time. For those who know me, you've understood the struggle I have had with getting Shane's kids to be more comfortable in our situation. Things have been tense in the past, as we all struggle to learn new techniques in communication as well as getting used to divorce and new beginnings.

Once we moved into the house/got married, I had hoped things would get better. I am not sure if marriage made any difference, but having a house, with plenty of room to flap our elbows around has definitely helped us all turn a corner in our relationships. (having a new puppy doesn't hurt either!)

I have felt the promise of a growing attachment with Shane's kids on both sides these past few times they have come to visit. Shane is working on his relationship with their mother, and I am grateful that it seems he is healing a bit over the past few years of struggle.

The kids WANT to come visit! They try to finagle excuses to stay longer and we've all decided to work it out so that we can even have them with us on a Sunday morning so we can all go to church together.

There is definitely a light at the end of the tunnel.