It was our last day in Florida and I wanted to soak up a little more sun before returning to San Francisco's cold winter. Cristina is my best friend. She is the soul I reach out to whenever I need love and support. She is the first person I think of to call to share moments and new experiences of pregnancy with. Baby J already knows his/her Aunt Cristina by all the sweet belly rubbing and kisses she gives. J also knows Cristina by the vibration of love that fills my body when I think of her. She wraps me up in her love and I shine with happiness. I love you, my sister, my friend.
December 30, 2007 - Sister Love
It was our last day in Florida and I wanted to soak up a little more sun before returning to San Francisco's cold winter. Cristina is my best friend. She is the soul I reach out to whenever I need love and support. She is the first person I think of to call to share moments and new experiences of pregnancy with. Baby J already knows his/her Aunt Cristina by all the sweet belly rubbing and kisses she gives. J also knows Cristina by the vibration of love that fills my body when I think of her. She wraps me up in her love and I shine with happiness. I love you, my sister, my friend.
December 27, 2007 - 33 Weeks
33! What a special week. 33 is not only Josephine's favorite number but it is also her age this year. I love Josephine's belly. It amazes me every day, and it keeps getting bigger. It is a universe of life and bliss. Baby J moves almost every time I touch Josephine's belly. The connection between us is already forming into a flowing circle.Being by the ocean made all three of us come alive. We got to enjoy the day and a beautiful sunset. We had fun taking pictures and love the one that came out with just my head under her round belly. So Cool!
December 26, 2007-Mandala Belly Painting
My dearest and oldest friend, Stefanie, is pregnant and having a baby in April, two months after Baby J. We are so blessed to be sharing this journey together. When we were younger, we used to talk about having babies around the same time and now God has gifted us a wish we manifested so long ago. It was nice to be back home, spending time, sharing pregnancy stories and having our little ones meet, via belly rubbing. Her sister, Jessica, is the amazing artist who painted mandalas on our bellies and then took us on a
photo shoot around South Florida. Baby J loved the sensation of having Mama's belly painted and showed his/her excitement by dancing around in the belly. We had such a fun time together and the pictures reflect the radiance of the day. Joshua came along and was Jessica's photo assistant. Thank you, Jessica, for creating such a beautiful day for all of us to share.
December 24, 2007- 32 Weeks
It is Christmas Eve and I am enjoying a sunny day at the beach. I love Florida. The ocean is such an important part of my life. I know I will visualize the ocean's beauty and strength, her waves crashing on the shore, and her ebb and flow of tides as I birth Baby J into the world. Jaden gives love to Baby J all the time. He shares with me how much he loves and can't wait to meet his new little friend.
December 21, 2007- Leyla Plays with the Ball
Leyla, my cute little niece, loves to lift my shirt and rub my belly. It is very fun and exciting for her. She looks up at me, smiles and says "Ball". I say back to her, "Yes, a great big ball of Life".
December 16, 2007 - Florida Baby Shower
What an amazing day of being showered with love. My sister, Cristina, put together such a beautiful day of fun games, great food, sweet prizes and lots of special moments. There was a table full of Cannolies, my favorite dessert. Yummy! She made me a sweet memory book which everyone got to sign and write words of kindness. Even the invitations were rockin' and colorful. Everyone was given a onesie to decorate and there were some that were just simply outstanding and artistic. So many loved ones came from all over Florida to bless Baby J and fill our hearts with Joy. Mama Cooper came all the way from Tallahassee, via driving 3 hours to Jacksonville, flying down, going to the party and then flying and driving back all in the same day. Such heart filled devotion which we will always cherish. Josh surprised us all by making it there as well to share in the fun. My two nieces came dressed in ladybug outfits. They both looked so adorable and matched the theme of the party (Friendly Lovable Bugs) that Cristina created in honor of her Dragonfly Sister. We were showered with so many incredible baby gifts. Thank you to everyone who came and made the baby shower and day I will always hold dear to my heart.
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