It was in November. I had the babies at home and dinner on the stove.
Then, the eldest pranced in and told me she was cutting her hair for the boys on TV. Ok, I thought. I think I’m gonna need a bigger glass of wine. I followed her into the living room where I had left it on a family channel of some sort and we sat and watched ‘Locks for Love: The Documentary.’ My innocent little love had mistaken the heart torn little girls on TV for little boys. My heart sunk as I realized her meaning. Wow. At 4 years old my child had realized a need greater than herself. A thoughtless act that helped another smile. As I struggled to breathe through a tear sodden throat, I took her in my arms and explained what Leukemia was and that those little boys are actually little princesses just as herself.
Well, now, realize that she is (was) 4 and is still grasping time in its entirety. So every few weeks the ‘haircut’ and ‘wig’ issue was firmly thrusted back into my remembrance. Well the day came. Today.
So to that perfect little girl who desires her blond locks to return. May my daughter’s 10 inches give you some hope and happiness.
Of course the haircut stimulated my camera itchy trigger finger and I had to capture my still young spirit while she is still mine.
Lastly, if you personally know Shae and I, then you know that both of our children favor my husband… But now…. I finally see me. I’m smiling.
how incredibly special! makes my heart melt for her doing such a wonderful thing! (((hugs)))
Oh hunny she is ALL you!! Those lips those eyes – and it is CRYSTAL clear that you are Shae must be doing something right for her to have such a tender, giving and loving heart! Awesome post!!!
gorgeous captures! i love the last one of you two!!
Wow these are GORGEOUS!
Harper, I am stunned by how beautiful you both are! So charming.
Aw! This is so sweet of her!!!!!! Love her new do and you both are beautiful!
Wow. I have a lump in my throat! What an amazing little girl you have. She is as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside!
what a sweet little girl. my daughter always ask to watch that documentary! kids just have a sense about things, i think.
Oh my goodness..you are both so BEAUTIFUL. Love your blog..I am putting it in my google reader!
I absolutely LOVE this story!!!! Go MAWJ! What a fabulous heart! Congrats, as I know that has to feel good as parents. She definitely looks like you, so no worries! Trace is all daddy, but wait and see if, like Shelby, he opens his mouth and then you’re there in spirit and attitude. :-> Love the photos!!!! All wonderful and her hair looks precious. She’s sure growing up! We can’t wait to see you guys in 3 weeks! LOVE YOU! Aunt T
oh she is so sweet and Beautiful and looks JUST like you!
Harper, I heard that you were doing photography so I wanted to check out your site. Wow – you have an amazing talent! You will have a long career with your talent. Enjoy!
I had to post on the picture of you and your daughter. She is beautiful, just like you. I actually had leukemia as a child, diagnosed at age six, and I was one of those little girls who wanted my blonde hair back, so what MaryAnn did was such a wonderful gift. You should be so proud.
Congrats on your beautiful family. God has truly blessed you many times over.
That was so sweet and kind of her. Her haircut is beautiful. You and your husband are doing a wonderful job!
ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!!!!!!!