on the weekend i was given the most beautiful ceremony of love and friendship and farewell by my local loves. tara planned this magical evening which could not have been more special...candles and blankets and yummies on the beach, my closest and dearest friends who have all made my time here so very wonderful because they love me.
i really love these girls...
(tara, morgs, maren, moi, denise, amy, lisa)
it was truly one of the lovliest nights i have ever had - as the sun set we gathered around on the blankets surrounded by the pretty candles, listening to the waves...soaking it all up, enjoying. each one of them had brought a special bead for my hair - and took turns chosing the perfect dread for the bead while sharing words and wishes and love for me and this baby and our new journey...
i feel incredibly blessed to have these women in my life, and to carry their strength with me. i wouldn't be the same without them - we said "see-ya's", not goodbyes, for i know we will all be back on the beach together again soon, loving on my new little beansprout baby and sharing our stories.
my next post will be from the rainy bushlands of western australia - big love to you all! xx
i feel incredibly blessed to have these women in my life, and to carry their strength with me. i wouldn't be the same without them - we said "see-ya's", not goodbyes, for i know we will all be back on the beach together again soon, loving on my new little beansprout baby and sharing our stories.
my next post will be from the rainy bushlands of western australia - big love to you all! xx
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Have a safe journey!☺
Posted by: holly | July 13, 2009 at 06:06 PM
Aww Em this is so beautiful! Especially the beads for your dreads. How inspiring to have a sweet memory and their lovely words attached to you like that.
~Tara
Posted by: TheOrganicSister | July 13, 2009 at 06:07 PM
amazing... i'm so happy for you that you have that kind of friendship and love in your life here, and that you'll have that in australia as well. best of both worlds.
and woman... you look beautiful. your post the other day about not being the "pretty pregnant" or however you put it... you couldn't have been more wrong. you're radiant.
Posted by: gitz | July 13, 2009 at 06:14 PM
Em, I am a fan from afar and have to tell you how moved I am from this post. I wish you the best of luck in your new adventure and may your newest sprout be blessed back home.
Posted by: Nicole | July 13, 2009 at 06:27 PM
Safe journey home
Posted by: caren | July 13, 2009 at 06:46 PM
this is so beautiful, brought a tear to my eye.....thank you to em's beautiful friends for being there for my precious daughter xxxx
Posted by: Zi | July 13, 2009 at 06:54 PM
Sounds absolutely wonderful. I'm so glad you were able to say "See Yas" I hope they all visit you in YOUR homeland! Good luck with your journey home!
Posted by: Katie | July 13, 2009 at 07:12 PM
you have such wonderful friends. all the best for the move em!
Posted by: scrappysue | July 13, 2009 at 07:16 PM
oh i really love this beautiful beach gathering filled with friends and love.
here's to safe travels and great experiences on your journey!!!
Posted by: kristin | July 13, 2009 at 07:26 PM
Em,
What a special gift of friendship!
Have a safe journey home. I'm looking forward to your wonderful photography in the bushlands. Blessings!
Elizabeth
Posted by: elizabeth | July 13, 2009 at 07:27 PM
yes, safe travels and blessed journeys to you and your family!!
p.s. i LOVE your dress! :)
Posted by: Stacy (mama-om) | July 13, 2009 at 07:56 PM
That photo of you is stunning! Safe travels, and peace.
Posted by: mandie segura | July 13, 2009 at 08:37 PM
Love you, sweetie, and God bless. Best wishes on the next chapter of your fabulous adventure.
Posted by: Kari | July 13, 2009 at 09:16 PM
What an amazing post! Emily this looks like such an incredible time on the beach with cherished friends. You look beautimus as always! Wish you all the best in your homeland. XOXOX
Posted by: Christine | July 13, 2009 at 11:14 PM
It looks like you are going to be missed Emily and for that I am very sorry. Now they all have an excuse to come visit our beautiful country though. Happy travelling, take care and stay safe
Lee xx
Posted by: Leanne Love | July 13, 2009 at 11:29 PM
oh this is so amazing, you are a lucky girl to have such wonderful friendships! have a safe journey!
Posted by: Iara | July 13, 2009 at 11:50 PM
i am so glad to have met you while you were here in the states. safe travels!
Posted by: heather | July 14, 2009 at 12:16 AM
That is so super sweet!!
Have a save journey home :)
ps. You look gorgeous with your lovely baby bump!!
Posted by: Manon | July 14, 2009 at 12:38 AM
I'm all teared up! <3
Posted by: Violet | July 14, 2009 at 12:56 AM
Have a wondeful journey ...safe one to Australia ...and you are blessed with such a sweet friends !!..xx Dani
Posted by: Dani | July 14, 2009 at 01:18 AM
That just looks so beautiful, what a special night! Your so lucky to have such beautiful friends. Have a safe trip. I'm from Sydney Australia and am excited that maybe at some point you might trek around to the east coast :) Such a beautiful baby bump!!!
Posted by: Jo Andrew | July 14, 2009 at 01:46 AM
a beautiful gathering for a beautiful female.....have a safe trip home, em ~ :)
Posted by: Serena | July 14, 2009 at 04:00 AM
Love will follow you wherever you go. Have a safe and sane journey, and we all can't wait to hear from you in your natural environment.
Posted by: Georgia | July 14, 2009 at 04:17 AM
I've loved your work and read your blog everyday. Good luck on your journey and this next chapter. I have to say, that last picture of you in your green dress is the most beautiful picture I have ever seen! Travel safe.
Posted by: Jennifer | July 14, 2009 at 04:25 AM
Have a safe journey, Em, Mick, Ivy, Yindi and ? xxx
Posted by: Els | July 14, 2009 at 04:40 AM