This year we decided to carve some pumpkins for Finn and our trick-or-treaters to enjoy. We bought three, naturally, one for each of us. I brought out the step ladder and Finn climbed right up eager to help, so I grabbed the camera, and remembered the matching aprons I bought many, many years ago for Josh and our future child. Much to my delight, the apron (mostly) fit – and I proudly snapped photos to remember the moment forever.
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I snapped a few with my phone to share on Instagram, and as I was adding the image to my feed, it hit me and I started crying… I purchased these aprons eight years ago when Josh and I were so hopeful to begin a family and I’ve saved them all these years just knowing in my heart that I would someday get to use them. Those faces in that last picture above were worth every second of heartache and loss I went through to get here and it will serve as a constant reminder to me to never stop hoping and praying for the things that seem impossible.
I am forever grateful for this little boy and the family who made our little family possible.
Happy Halloween!
by Sadie Olive
Oh, Sarah. This is such a wonderful post! I teared up as soon as I read that you’d had the aprons for years. Your writing {and photography} is so beautiful and heartfelt — thank you so much for sharing these moments!
Aw, look at your little man…he’s getting so big! He is so adorable! I love to see you savoring every moment!
That last picture is adorable!!!!! I love the look on his little face. Happy Halloween…
Love the petit and grand chef..How cute !
Beautiful photos and beautiful story. I see many more pumpkin carving Halloweens for your family. Stay happy.
I’m so grateful for that little boy, too! He made our family whole. :) Love these pictures of him and Josh.
gorgeous….love the aprons and the daddy and son carving project…hugs
Aw, I love this! I teared up as soon as I read you had saved the aprons all these years. I’m a long time follower, and cried years of joy the day you announced you would be parents. My little guy is just a few months older than Finn, and I’ve loved reading Finn’s milestones and seeing his little face as he has grown up this past year Congrats, Momma!
He is a blessing, such a happy gorgeous one! Sara I won a place on your e-course but have not had registration details. I did email you but think my email went astray on Windows Live! Can you please send the details to my regular email address. Many thanks – Rachael
Beautiful post Sara! Finn looks adorable in his Petit Chef apron.
Happy Halloween ♥
Sara, these are such special memories…you will cherish them for so many years to come. It seems like yesterday my baby boy was that age. :) I am very much enjoying your videos on Creatively Made by the way. You could have your own e-course; something to think about. *wink
I LOVE seeing your wonderful, sweet family making all of these special memories. Thank you so much for sharing them. It makes me teary and happy to see the photos and read your thoughts. Your noticing the moments as they are happening makes it so much more special for all of you and will make the memories live on and on. What luck for Finn that he found a family who appreciates having him in it so very much. I’m so glad for all three of you!
The last picture indeed says it all i love how large Josh’s hand looks under Finn’s tiny one! Blessings to you!
Happiness fills my heart!! What joy little boys bring to their moms! Mine are teenagers but still they can bring tears of joy to me and the gift they are. I love your style and starting following your blog because of it but your story and sweet Finn have capture my heart!!
Wonderful pictures Sarah, and beautifully said. I just joined Creatively Made, a little late but so happy that I did. Love the videos….such a treasure trove of inspiration. You ladies have done an incredible job!