Hope Springs Eternal

There are a few things that make this 40 year old heart skip a beat.

A smile from my wife across the room.

A hug from Ciera before she goes to bed.

Rakes flashing me the sign for "I love you" as I close his door.

Trot actually lifting the lid and THEN peeing in the toilet.

And this:

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