It had been a total of six years since I was adopted into Phil's family. Six years of living in my forever home, six years of unconditional love.  Yes, I still remember my Esmeralda, but I now know that even I can't go back in the past and save her. I know that her time came, and it came when she needed it to. Everyday I thank the Lord for giving me the blessings he blessed me with.

      Phil and Rose(Phil's wife) named me Hope, they named me this because "I brought it into their lives." When the news came that Rose was with child, I was ecstatic. After months of waiting, a beautiful baby girl and boy were born. Now the children are around five years old, old enough for me to play with. I guess what I'm saying is that, life may be horrible to you, but if you fight against it, it will just push you harder.

Hey guys! I hope you liked my story! I wrote this for a writing class I once took and have been wanting to publish it on Wattpad for a while now. Thanks for reading!