one!

Can’t believe it, my sweet niece is almost one! I made this portrait for her…but really for her parents too. In my mind, the 1st year with a child is cause for celebration. So much adjusting, bonding, and love.

I have a few things up my sleeve. Hopefully I will get to them in time. I have been experiencing some pretty intense pain in my jaw, cheeks, and head. Maybe TMJ? Sinuses? No one knows. All I know is that I have a new sympathy for people with chronic pain…I will look forward to the day that my head stops reminding me that I hurt. Bleck.

10 Responses to “one!”

  1. Ariana Says:

    Carol, this is so sweet and special!
    I’m sorry about your facial pain– please try to find someone who does cranio-sacral therapy, and have a session. Or you can come visit me, and I’ll do as many sessions as you need! But I’m serious, it will probably help you.

  2. ShackelMom Says:

    That is so sweet! I love it!

    Oh! I am so sorry you are in pain! I hope you find relief soon! Ariana’s idea is a great one!

  3. xenia kathryn Says:

    I’m having the exact same pains. Maybe it’s the change of seasons/ air humidity affecting our sinuses?
    That’s my self-diagnosis, at least!
    :D
    The portrait is beautiful!

  4. Kimberly Lennert Says:

    I can’t wait to get it!!! You have captured our girl & her sweet, pert profile! Thank you- once again we are the recipients of your many talents.
    Love,
    K

  5. hillary Says:

    oh it’s so cute! I love your silhouettes.

    hope you’re feeling better. the head stuff is the worst. ugh.

  6. christy gonzales-aden Says:

    carol–I’m sorry to hear that you are in so much pain. I hope you are able to figure out what is causing it. God bless you in that journey. It seems there is always something to be learned with pain. I would like to tell you again that I always look at your blog to get inspired. Thank you!!

  7. Aunt Robin Says:

    Hi Carol,
    Your blog is at the top of my list… I always enjoy it but don’t often comment. So, picture me reading your blogs! And I hope you’re feeling better very soon!

  8. angelique Says:

    If it’s sinusitis I feel your pain. I get a bad bout of that a few times a year–and always following a cold–and it’s brutal. Hope you feel better soon.

    That portrait is a gift that will be treasured! I think you’re right–the first birthday really is a celebration of the parents’ first year as much as the child’s.

  9. molly Says:

    it’s beautiful carol. what a special gift.
    hope you’re feeling better soon. these kind of things can be so discouraging….thinking of you.

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