Portraits - the Motherhood series.
Celia is one of the most kind and sincere people I've met. Upon meeting, she is at once so generous and warm that you feel like you've known her for years. Celia met her husband Geoff in London fourteen years ago. In 2004, they married in her home of Brazil before moving to his home of Australia. It took them three years to conceive, during which time Celia was told she would never have children. Needless to say, when they found out they were pregnant with Luca, now five and a half, they were over the moon.
While Celia studied advertising at University and plans to return to study psychology, the pull to stay home with her young son was strong. After such a hard fought journey, she wanted to be able to savour every single moment. A decision also heavily influenced by the fact that she didn't have her extended family nearby. She tells me that being Luca's mother has been the most amazing, overwhelming and rewarding experience of her life. It's hard work but every day with Luca reminds her to live in the moment and be grateful.
I asked Celia if she wanted to share any particular advice on motherhood with E&J readers and true to her nature, her response was articulate, thoughtful and honest:
"I don't think I have any advice to give to Mums/women as I truly believe that we all have our own journey to travel. I think is important to do what makes you happy and follow your heart, only you know how you feel and what rocks your boat. So, in my opinion you have to do what makes you feel good and consequently you will be ok with your choices and challenges that life presents at you. Easier said than done, I know but is part of the journey, I believe."
You can view all of my portraits from 2013/14 by clicking on the Portrait Series links in the right sidebar of this page.Celia is one of the most kind and sincere people I've met. Upon meeting, she is at once so generous and warm that you feel like you've known her for years. Celia met her husband Geoff in London fourteen years ago. In 2004, they married in her home of Brazil before moving to his home of Australia. It took them three years to conceive, during which time Celia was told she would never have children. Needless to say, when they found out they were pregnant with Luca, now five and a half, they were over the moon.
While Celia studied advertising at University and plans to return to study psychology, the pull to stay home with her young son was strong. After such a hard fought journey, she wanted to be able to savour every single moment. A decision also heavily influenced by the fact that she didn't have her extended family nearby. She tells me that being Luca's mother has been the most amazing, overwhelming and rewarding experience of her life. It's hard work but every day with Luca reminds her to live in the moment and be grateful.
I asked Celia if she wanted to share any particular advice on motherhood with E&J readers and true to her nature, her response was articulate, thoughtful and honest:
"I don't think I have any advice to give to Mums/women as I truly believe that we all have our own journey to travel. I think is important to do what makes you happy and follow your heart, only you know how you feel and what rocks your boat. So, in my opinion you have to do what makes you feel good and consequently you will be ok with your choices and challenges that life presents at you. Easier said than done, I know but is part of the journey, I believe."
Belinda x
I just came across your blog and I wanted to say I love how you're doing a 52 project on motherhood! It's so interesting to see people taking an idea and putting their own mark on it, and motherhood is a wonderful thing to celebrate!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Grace! It's been a wonderful journey so far. No shortage of inspiring mothers out there ;-) Belinda xx
DeleteSo true that we all have our own journey and parent in our individual ways - unique to us and our family! I'm loving this series!
ReplyDeleteThank you lovely! Perhaps if you find yourself in Sydney again this year, you might like to be a subject in the series too? Think about it ;-) Belinda xx
DeleteSuch outstanding advice and a gorgeous portrait friend! I hope you have a beautiful week! Nicole xoxo
ReplyDeleteThank you gorgeous lady. X
DeleteLoving the words of wisdom your gorgeous friends share...we really do have our own journeys...but the intersect with community. Xxx
ReplyDeleteHonestly Bron. It's been so wonderful to hear their insights and wisdom. Agree completely that our journeys all intersect with community, am feeling this more than ever. xx
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