Sitting. Waiting. Wishing.

Crossing fingers. The universally recognised gesture of wishing good luck. Not sure how or where it originated. But today I am glad it did.

I am crossing fingers for my aunt who lives 11,000 miles away from me. It took 16 years of my life to meet her, and I hope it's not another 16 before I get to see her again. She is more of a role model and inspiration to me than most people around me. Today she needs all the luck she can get. The woman who somehow keeps on keeping on, when everyone else would crumble is facing something that could be either incredibly heartwarming, or completely devastating. Either way, the lead up to today has been long, arduous and nervous.

I am crossing my fingers for a friend of mine, also overseas. She's currently experiencing a complicated pregnancy, with twins. She and I came into contact under dubious circumstances, but we've formed a strong and unique bond. Despite being very uneasy and un-enthused about pregnancies recently due to the dramas in my family, I always look forward to seeing her rapidly growing baby belly, ultrasound images, and finding out how her babies are. It seems silly, but I already have a soft spot for these babies, even though I have no idea if or when I'll ever see them. But, this lovely lady felt she could tell me of her pregnancy before many of her nearest and dearest.

I am crossing my fingers for The Boyfriend's family. This year has been particularly difficult for them. Deaths of three family members, two close friends, three miscarriages in five weeks (two of them twins), a break-in resulting in The Boyfriend being injured and one of his dogs dying, aaaand The Boyfriend requiring surgery on his ribs early this week. Surely, something's gotta give soon.

Crossing fingers. The universally recognised gesture of wishing good luck. But it's also a gesture of being close to someone.
I have a truly unique and very special bond with my aunt.
I have an amazing friend with the mama-to-be.
I have a family I love in The Boyfriend's family.

Incidentally, I have a tattoo on the wrist of the hand in this photo - it is the French translation of "All for one... One for all...", which I think ties in very well.
These people have supported me. Had faith in me.

I have faith in them.

"There's a faith inside us all;
To live and breathe and love it all;
To be remembered.
All my fears have slipped away,
Now I'm here with you.
We're alive, so leave it all behind and turn the page.
Nothing is real; it's only what we feel.
So, close your eyes and listen to your heart.
I believe in you."
~ New Horizon - The Indigo Children