We took them to the beach back in November of 2013. The twins were a year-and-change. Abe coming up on four. It was a hidden gem of a spot in Florida. But by the time our cross-country drive ended, it was dark. Like can’t-quite-see-the-ocean dark.

Some of you aren’t like this. At all. Not in the least. You’re strong. Steady. Stable. Some may even call you stubborn.