when we first got married, i often wondered how i would know when our family was complete. after our first child was born i was told that the choice may no longer be mine. with the surrounding complications, i would have to depend upon my body to dictate its own capabilities. it was unsettling to be sure. i didn't want to accept those limitations. i wanted to be a mother–to more.
it was a difficult time for me. i heard many things from many doctors. but one doctor in particular that i respected told me, "have your family. you will be fine." he knew my concerns and he offered his advice. it resonated with me.
i would know.
since then i have been blessed spiritually to know each time my body was able once again.
and also when its work was complete.
i have loved this baby project for different reasons. one of those being the chance to soak up the gift of motherhood, new life, and enjoy the little things that happen each day. i am savoring these moments that will not be mine again. now i can look back at them and remember…remember that my body has given what it can.
for that, i am so grateful.
edited: thank you all! about the apron: you can find it here epicurean style and here etsy. i love it!
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Cherie, that was so beautifully written! And so what I needed to read today! Thank you! What magnificent gifts you have received with the help of that body! You have been truly blessed! Love you!
beautiful. thank you for posting this today. our bodies ARE miracles–we need to be grateful for them!
So do you feel like you are done having kids?
What a moving post. I don’t comment often but I’ve been reading your posts ever since I found your link through the Tara Whitney site with the photoshoot she did of you & your family. I’ve been really enjoying this daily post project – thank you.
Beautiful Cherie! You are amazing!
Love the pic too!
I love your baby projekt photos! 🙂 You are so beautiful. God bless!
Beautiful post Cherie. It brought tears to my eyes because that is my desire too is know. I don’t know yet but it was a good reminder to cherish the sweet days I have with all the kids because the get bigger way to fast! Love the picture too! And the whole baby project!
How touching to read this, you are amazing! I so loved being your visiting teacher here in Orem and I admire you and Jeff so much. Thanks for reminding us of the wonders of motherhood.
Love, Kristy Elies
You’re so beautiful and this was a beautiful post. 🙂 I love your outfit!
you are beautiful, he is beautiful. you know i echo the same desires and concerns, ‘knowing’ when the time is right is a gift even if our desires don’t always match ‘his’. thanks for putting it gracefully into words. love ya.
p.s. where did you get your awesome apron?!
I have really been enjoying your baby project! Awesome photos.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE your apron/dress/shirt???!!! Did you make it?
so sweet! I think that is something that all moms wonder and I think the fact that you have documented this baby project is so wonderful!
I too LOVE your apron/dress and would love to know more about it
This post made me cry. I love how you write.
You are beautiful, Cherie. Wish I was closer to photograph you!