It has taken me literal weeks and spinning thoughts to try and create the most sacred space to share Chrissy’s intimate baby story and I have come to realize that I cannot possibly find the “right” words so I will do my usual ramble straight from my honest heart.
I felt an immediate comfort when I first met this tall, attractive glass of water with cascading curls, in a coffee shop back in late Winter of 2020. Chrissy was cool, calm and had a smidge of a Mama tummy:) We had a nice little chat and quickly arranged her maternity photos for a few months out. When I arrived that warm, sunny day I was taken back by how dreamy her house was to include her sweet pups that flanked her beautiful hips at every turn- I adored photographing Mama’s divine shape and sped home to upload her gorgeous images which I later delivered eagerly awaiting her excited response- she and JT loved them….shockingly Baby Claire arrived Earth-side just a few days later May 17, 2020. Angel Claire took human form for a very short time and I am not sure I can even muster an idea of what Mom and Dad experienced that day in the hospital- the greatest grief a parent could feel, a hole that would never completely close. I do believe babies are angels flying by with messages constantly and I am mostly sure that Chrissy and the whole family alike were given a divine message that day and for years to come- a gift of Claire’s spirit to celebrate always!
Given such extreme circumstances, I wasn’t sure if or when I might hear from Mom again but I kept them all in my heart and popped in her messages every now and again to share space and honor Miss Claire. To my greatest surprise, I got word that Chrissy and JT were, in fact, pregnant again and I was jumping for joy and if I am being honest- I wanted so badly to bear witness to her beautiful Mommy belly growing yet again; if anyone one deserved this incredible journey repeated it was this powerful, grace filled woman. Now, of course, this would be a unique experience as every single pregnancy is- but seriously….SPECIAL is a major understatement for this mothering journey. If I recall, it was mid August when Chrissy and JT so graciously visited an art show of mine- completely unexpected and when she got out of the car glowing so vibrantly with that new Mama pouch- my heart stopped for a brief time- ahhhhhh the universe is so beautiful isn’t it?! Chrissy was due to have a baby boy on November 9, 2021 and I imagine it was a crazy time of all things to consider for this Rainbow Baby experience but honestly this woman has shown nothing short of grace and faith throughout this experience and I waited in envy to see this new gift come to her and her family!!
Well, of course this wasn’t going to be any ol’ average situation because fiery little Alexander did not want Mommy and Daddy to have to wait any longer for their gift so he decided to descend Earth-side roughly 6 weeks early:) I was chomping at the bit to see Mama with her new treasure so when she reached out for a Newborn Session I probably shrieked a bit with excitement. As I mentioned earlier there was just a little something special about this gal and her family- I cannot really put words to it but I am way better at feeling than I am speaking so I guess that is well enough for now.
**This beautiful family has provided me so much joy, faith and a deeper understanding of the meaning of life that I am eternally grateful- for you, Miss Claire and your little brother Alexander who will always have a piece of your grace and love; and to Chrissy and JT who shared their truth with me and trusted me with their sacred spaces. Thank you, xo
