A Thousand Years

As a mother watches her child bravely step into the world, both mother and child embrace change and share a love that continues to grow. Based on the Christina Perri song ＂A Thousand Years.＂

Christina Perri is a multi-platinum singer-songwriter who earned critical acclaim and an increasingly fervent fan following since her 2011 debut, Lovestrong. She’s released two lullaby albums and has more on the way.

Joy Hwang Ruiz enjoys capturing the magical and fleeting moments of parenthood as she tries to figure out what it’s all about. Her illustrations celebrate love in families and embrace inclusivity. She lives with her husband and two daughters in Southern California.