I ♥ Faces: Pink

"October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month...and we know that many of us have been affected by this horrible disease...either personally or by watching a loved one suffer through it.

In honor of those who have walked this path, we are sponsoring an I ♥ Faces "Pink Week."

The photo that you enter should be a representation of "pink" in whatever way you'd like it to be...the color pink, a photo of someone walking at a Breast Cancer Awareness fundraiser, a photo of someone you know who has fought this disease...whatever it is that you think best represents "Pink Week" to you. " ---from the founders of I ♥ Faces

I have three daughters and A LOT of pink pictures. I was really excited about posting a fun, pretty, pink picture. When I read through the theme though, a different picture came to mind.

I have not personally endured this disease, but I have several friends who have.

I chose this picture of my daughter because it feels real to me. She's a little dirty and tired. I also see hope and strength in it. From the rays of sunshine to the ears of corn to the sober gaze of my daughter's unflinching eyes.

There are so many beautiful, inspiring pictures over at I ♥ Faces this week.