Al Roker's beloved wife, Deborah Roberts, posted an emotional message on Instagram on Thursday as she reflected on some very difficult times.
The ABC journalist took to social media with a black and white selfie in which she was smiling for the camera.
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Deborah was standing in her bathroom and dressed casually in a white vest and makeup-free.
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She shared a reflective message which read: "Thursday thoughts. Two years ago I took this pic. The reality of our new pared down and uncertain reality was sinking in."
She continued: "I was just beginning to make a decision to choose hope over despair. Hard days were ahead but like many of you, occasionally I found reason to smile. This was meant to be my stark reminder to always look for light. #tbt."
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Her fans loved her post and commented: "You are always a delight! That smile is the hope we always need," and, "Hope makes everything beautiful".
© Photo: InstagramDeborah shared her message of positivity with fans
Even Al chimed in and sweetly wrote: "That smile," to which Deborah replied with two heart emojis.
Al recently enjoyed a sun-soaked vacation with his wife and their son Nick in Puerto Rico.
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The family were loving the fact they were able to spend some quality time together during their getaway as it won't be long until Nick heads off to college.
© Photo: InstagramAl and Deborah's son Nick is all grown up
Deborah recently shared her disbelief that their 19-year-old was so grown up with a pair of photos of him.
In the first image, the journalist was cuddling a young Nick and was head and shoulders above him. But in the second, it was the other way around...and then some.
Deborah wrote: "How does this happen? One day I'm looking down at him…and next I'm looking up. What a journey. #tbt #sonshine."
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