I have two things that keep me going:

I want to eventually be able to help provide for my me and my husband. My husband believes that my writing will get big, and I want to make him proud. I want him to see that believing in me paid off.

Second: I want others to take me more seriously. I want people to see that I am not just a dreamer. There are so many people in my life that look at me as a writer, and it bothers me.

You got this too! Your children will see your example, and work hard towards their own passions. AND you will get accepted by a big publication. I am sure of that! <3