Single Motherhood

My wonderful friend Sam Chapman did maternity photos of me the other day. I want to share one of the photos and the statement she put underneath it. It was so powerful and uplifting. I really need to hear what she said.

Sara,

I wanted this photo to feel a little lonely because pregnancy and single motherhood can BE lonely and feel dim and hopeless...but you are strong and you are lucky to have a good support system of family and friends to help lighten your emotional burden. I had you face away from me to symbolize you looking away from the life you had, and looking toward your new life purpose. You have one foot turned in the right direction to show that you are choosing to move forward to that new life you have chosen. I believe that we choose our purpose, our destiny, and our path...the key is just to live. Savor each beautiful moment and quickly move on from the painful one. I hope you like your photos...you really are adorable pregnant. ;0)

Sam