cherie and baby

The evolution of the female form…When I met this lovely lady over 20 years ago she was just graduating high school and headed to college.  I have watched her creative career develop and evolve into small business ownership with her at the helm.  I have witnessed love blossom and grow over many an Easter table and family function.  We have slid high heels on and double-dated and tied on running shoes and passed batons to one another, cheering each other on toward the finish line.  I remember the announcement that they were having a baby…three babies ago.  This gentle young lady has gracefully matured into a woman who holds her own, making her own path in life.  I love that she tests her limits and strives to do more.  Family she is by chance but friend she has become by choice.  She makes me proud.