WR, Leave the photos in there. He can choose to either put them out or keep them in the box. Generally, mlcers will not unpack many of the boxes that they eventually take w/them. So, don't worry about it.
WR, I hope that your h doesn't disappoint his sons, especially over the holidays. It would crush both of them, but more so your younger son. He needs to have some positive bonding time w/his father and I do hope that God will find a way to provide that.
Take care of yourself. Pamper yourself a bit this evening. Okay?
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.