Ten years ago on January 14th my niece Tillie Pearl was born. My only sister Amy became a mother that day. As we were all anticipating the birth of this little girl, none of us knew she would come so early. Tillie was born 3 months premature weighing 1.5 pounds. The family was suddenly thrown into a whirlwind of great worry concerning her survival. So little, tiny and way too early. I flew to Pennsylvania as soon as I could from Chicago to be near my sister and to see this little wonder, this tiny little bird. I could not believe how small she was. As the days and weeks came and went, along with the many ups and downs of Tillie’s condition, she came home after 72 days in the hospital. This beautiful girl who came into this word so small and on such a mission to survive is turning 10 years old next week. Healthy, intelligent, beautiful…a miracle.
Today I photographed another miracle. Nina was born 4 months premature and just a little over 1 pound in size. I was amazed at this little one who is turning 10 months old this week. Being silly, rolling all over the place and laughing at a picture of a rooster (had to be there, lol). Hearing her story and seeing the photos of her at birth took me back. Spending time with Nina and her special parents blessed my day. Every image captured a treasure.
Jason and Judith…enjoy the images of your sweet miracle girl. :)
Happy Birthday Tillie…Aunt Ange loves and misses you bunches. xoxoxo
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Angela! We had a great time with you today! Nina passed out as soon as you left! Seeing these pics is thrilling for us and we cannot wait to see the rest!
Thanks for posting them so quickly!
Amazing! Little Nina-you are beautiful!
Fabulous photos and such a beautiful little baby…great job!
Dear Aunt Angela,
the pictures are so butiful! I love all of them(: I miss you.