Saturday, June 28, 2008

New Favorite Picture

I have a new favorite picture of Artem. It's nothing special really, and it certainly wouldn't win any award for photography composition, but as the mother of the "subject" I know how precious this picture is. I guess it's just the simplicity of the shot, the happiness in Artem's face or the sparkle in his eye. Perhaps it's knowing what that same boy looked like the first week of February after two more strangers came into his life. A life that had seen so many changes in it's short 14 months.





It's hard to believe that this little boy,



has blossomed into this:


It is so awesome to be his mother!

16 comments:

Lindsay said...

It's a beautiful picture of a beautiful boy! It is amazing just how much difference stability and love make to a child. He has blossomed.

Jane and Jim said...

MY GOSH he's just too cute!
Looks like he's feeling pretty good!

Deb said...

What a difference. He's beautiful.

Anonymous said...

Susan, it's like a light came on in his soul and shines through his eyes and smile!

Laura (zachytacky at SN)

Mark and Sinziana said...

Susan,
It is amazing how care, love, patience, and time can do for a kiddo like Artem! The picture is just great!
Sinziana

Tiger & Kar said...

He is simply precious! I love this photo as well!

Vonda said...

ZT has put it so beautifully. He has changed because of the love you two have given him.

votemom said...

i'm a lurker, but am coming out to say that your son is sooooo sweet and precious. i'm so happy he has a family and is learning to love and be loved.

Tara said...

What a difference your love and nuturing has made in Artem's life!!!

Shane & Marie said...

I love the change in Artem. He has the cutest smile!

Michael, Carrie, and S said...

What a huge difference! He is so happy with his Mommy and Daddy!

Antoine & Lori said...

Y'all must be so happy to be able to witness Artem's transformation! I can never get over what a privilege our children are! Take care, Lori

Troy and Rachel said...

What a change. Isn't it amazing!! He looks like one happy little boy!

Anonymous said...

Amazing what some love and sunshine will do for a little one! Love the before and after!!!

Mama Fish said...

I love the contrast of those photos! They are both precious, but the second one looks like he brought the sunshine in with him! Adorable!

Melissa said...

He is so precious! Some of my favorite pics of my kids are faves because they are looking right at me and the love shines through their eyes. That is how Artem is looking-- adoringly at his Momma.