I would love to introduce you to Ruth and Alex. I have only just met Ruth in the last year. She has been connected to our extended family for 11 years now. The reason that I have only just met her is this: Ruth adopted my Cousin's baby 11 years ago. It was an open adoption, so they have kept in contact with my Cousin through the years. Alex is a young girl who is full of energy and getting ready to experience coming in to teenage-hood. As a mother, you watch your children grow and make decisions that you hope you have had some influence in (the good decisions anyways). You never imagine not being able to share every moment with them. Some days, your mind wanders and you do think what their lives would be like without you. There is probably no way to really know what it feels like to go through it, unless you have. Ruth is experiencing these thoughts first hand. She has been diagnosed with cancer that is not curable. Ruth and Alex have just recently moved to the area from Oregon, which has allowed Alex's extended family to get to know her better. Each day is more special than the day before, especially when you know you only have a little bit more precious time to share with your loved ones. Ruth and Alex came to a Family Barbecue last weekend and I had on hand, my professional camera. Ruth did not know at the time, that I am a Professional Photographer. She just commented on what a "nice camera" I had. I shared with her my profession and that led into her telling me that she had been thinking about getting portraits done, but just hadn't done it yet. Without hesitation, we left the group and created these images. Their connection, their friendship and a mothers love will always be remembered by these special portraits. Thank you Ruth for letting me take these for you and we will all pray and keep you and Alex in our thoughts as you continue your Journey through this difficult time in your life.
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Wow how awesome. I'm so glad you shared her story and pictures.
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