Pregnancy Blessing with her sisters
Last summer, Val contacted me for a henna design to commemorate her firstborn. When I asked her about symbols she might want to include, she had a clear vision. She shared that sunflowers are her favorite flower and hold special significance, representing her relationship with her husband. As a Colorado native, she also wanted to incorporate mountains into the design.
What I found particularly fascinating was her deep connection with the moon through her spirituality, which led to a much longer and very engaging conversation about her beliefs. We discovered we have a lot in common!
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Val had the wonderful idea of inviting some of her close friends to be present, and I enjoyed getting to know them all as I adorned them.
During our conversation, I asked one of her friends about how she came to live in Colorado. It was a delightful surprise when Val realized she didn't know this particular origin story either – we all ended up learning something new!
It was heartwarming to witness the loving relationships between these women, supporting each other through such special rites of passage.
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Val came back to my garden for another photo session. Her henna was at its peak color, so it was the perfect time to capture it.
It was marvelous to reconnect with her and see the intricate art fully developed. We had a wonderful time, and I especially loved hearing how much she enjoyed our previous session and the experience we shared.
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Val’s testimonial:
“I’m deeply grateful for the incredible experience I shared with my sisters and new friend SarahKate Butterworth. We had the privilege of offering a blessing for baby and birth, while honoring the journeys of mommy and daddy that led to his conception. This moment will forever be etched in my heart and commemorated in these beautiful photos.”
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