I wrote here about how our church has recently renovated our sanctuary and that on the day we rededicated it, Clara wore the dress that I had worn thirty years ago when I was dedicated in that same congregation. It was a special day!
I didn't get any fabulous shots of her in the dress though, since it was rainy, so we had another photo shoot so I could make sure these memories were captured.
Here are a few "dressing room" photos before we got outside.
And here's our girl, at eighteen months.
If you're happy and you know it...
Clap your hands!
(She's happy. We know it.)
I should say, this slip was handmade and the tatting hand done by my great-grandmother (Clara's great-great-grandmother) Beulah Craig. Such a beautiful, classic, precious heirloom.
And here she is in the dedication dress.
("The mommies on the bus go 'shh, shh, shh'")
She is exceptionally beautiful. I just love her and she makes me smile with that gorgeous smile, and inquisitive eyes. She is an encourager.
ReplyDeleteI had several dresses like that, and hope someday God might bless me with a sweet girl to wear it, whether he creates that girl in my womb or a million miles away in a different country. I know it must mean so much to your mom to see Clara in that dress. Savor every moment!
Rebecca Smith
LOVE LOVE LOVE. I live vicariously through you, Clara, and your frilly dresses. Her little smile makes my heart happy!
ReplyDeleteIf there is a happier little girl anywhere in the world then I envy her! Clara Mae, you are a perfect way to start my day! Love that smile and zest for life! YOU make me happy and I know it!!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is one of my all-time favorite blog entries. Clara, let me tell you about your great-grandmother Davis. She was the best mother-in-law a woman could ever have. She taught YOUR grandmother Davis to treasure heritage...such as the beautiful handiwork done by your great-great-grandmother, Boo. She is the one who brought your mother that sweet dress when she was dedicated at church. She would have loved you passionately. I have no doubt that she prayed without ceasing for you while you were so sick and that she still tells God how special you are. I love you, Clara...more than words can say!
ReplyDeleteClara, your great-grandmother Davis would also have dressed you up in my blue velvet dress with the fancy collar and taken lots of pictures of you and then lost them--never to be found again! :) (I keep thinking we'll come across the ones of Chrissy one day somewhere!!) But most of all, your great-grandmother would have taught you all about her best friend, Jesus, who healed you and loves you and has a VERY special plan for your life!! I love you, Clara!
DeleteI love the pictures of Clara in this post. She is so beautiful and changing every day. She has the most expressive face, I love it. Thank you for still sharing pictures of her, she's so special to me and others who have prayed for her. She is a true miracle.
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