There are plenty of times words fail me.

For me, English simply can't encapsulate what it's like to hug my daughter.

It can't capture the beauty of a sunset.

It can't describe how my favorite double extra cheese pizza tastes.

It can't describe the understanding that passes between my husband and I as we are listening to our daughter chatter on about the complexities of social life in second grade.

There are also many times where I've found myself searching for words to convey the love, appreciation and gratitude I feel for the people in my life. Inevitably, words fail me. 

How can I describe the bubbling up of all things good?

The relief and fullness of being truly cared for, loved, accepted and supported.

Knowing, without a doubt, that someone has your back--really, really has your back--when you need it most.

Seeing someone pull through for you and help you in a way that makes your entire world shift into something easier. 

Then there's that other feeling that can come...