Today was one of those kind of sessions…the ones I feel in my soul, the ones that will linger with me as long as I live.  I’ve known this family “forever,” almost as long as I can remember – and the sweet little red headed 3-year-old is my son’s best friend.

Kim, or Mawmaw as she’s better known is an amazing woman.  A lady with more strength and FAITH than anyone I have ever met.  And she is fighting an incredible battle.  Tomorrow, on her birthday, she’ll have surgery…and she needs all of us to be praying for her, for the doctors, and for her kids.

I know many of you read this blog…so I’m hoping this call to pray will add many more to her prayer chain.  Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

About two months ago I started following a blog about the Sullivan Family .  Nine months ago Sara was diagnosed with breast cancer, at only 28 it was hard news for she and her husband Brad to take, but they chose to follow their faith through Sara’s diagnosis and treatment.  They were pregnant, with what they would soon learn was a sweet baby girl…there were important choices to be made about Sara’s treatment during the pregnancy.  Again trusting in the Lord they continued treatment and close monitoring of their sweet daughter.  For the last three week’s of Sara’s pregnancy she was on bed rest, but it didn’t deter her or her husband Brad’s faith.  Their baby girl, Chloe Grace entered the world six weeks early…spent a week in the NICU and then was released so her mother and father could take her home.  Sara was able to spend two amazing days at home will Chloe.  Brad will tell you it was the happiest he had ever seen his wife.  On September 17th Sara began having seizures, which in the hospital were diagnosed as post-partum angiopathy.  Four days later, Sara was pronounced brain dead, just a few days shy of her 29th birthday.

Brad and Chloe are adjusting to life as a family of two.  She is certainly keeping him on his toes, and she is also an amazing source of strength for him during this time of grief.  What amazes me most about this family, is their testament to their faith.  Never once during Sara’s 9 month battle did it waver, they were tested when Chloe had to spend time in the NICU, and yet it held strong…and even now as each day passes since Sara went to be with the Lord, Brad’s faith remains steadfast.  God has brought a lot of rain into their home in the last 9 months, but circumstances can’t possibly change who they are in Him.  What an inspiring and humbling testament of faith.

Brad and Chloe made the trip to Dallas this week, as they will be running in the Race for a Cure in honor of Sara on Saturday, and I had the amazing pleasure of spending the day with them.  Capturing sweet 6 pound Chloe, who shares her mother’s eyes, and Brad together.  A complete honor.  I look forward to capturing Chloe throughout her first year, thank you for allowing me to be a part of your lives.

Holy beautiful family!  I have this client, whose twins daughters are seen here pretty often, who has sent me so many referrals over the last two years…I owe her *BIG* time for this family tonight.    I was so excited when they got out of the car, not only are they gorgeous, but they were dressed awesome too! 

They needed so little direction, it made the shoot easy, and their images – stunning!!  I am so excited to work on this gallery.  Thanks for coming out tonight and for totally rockin’ it!

Also, keep an eye on the blog in November.  I’ve got some new casting calls that will be announced then!

Walker was back for his next session in the baby plan!  This little man is getting so big…I can’t believe it!  He is all full of smiles and clearly has mom’s heart – they are adorable together! 

The blog is going to be busy this week – two newborns, a babyplanner turns one, and my first set of holiday mini sessions!! I love this time of year!

Liam’s family met me downtown yeterday for a session marking his 8 month…I love baby planners at this age!  He’s moving all around and has this fun new smile that had me laughing the whole session.  Thanks to mom and dad for trekking around in the heat…we got some great shots!

newborn

4 months

8 months