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Comment on Heartbreak Exhibition and Zachary’s Photo by Alexis Marie

Alexis Marie — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:09:53 +0000

Thanks Annette! It was a strange sensation for me to see my photos displayed in the wall but empowering and freeing as well which were the strongest emotions. I feel grateful for the warm reception that my work has received.
Thank you for your comment!
P.s. I have other exhibitions booked for “Unfulfilled Precognition.” If you want an invite, message or email me your contact info. I’ll be sure to send the info your way.

Comment on Heartbreak Exhibition and Zachary’s Photo by Alexis Marie

Alexis Marie — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:05:53 +0000

Wow, thank you so much Marija. That means a lot to me to hear that. I truly believe that all the photos displayed together will be powerful and I hope I have more opportunities to share them in the future.
Thanks for your comment!

Comment on Heartbreak Exhibition and Zachary’s Photo by Marija

Marija — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 05:11:28 +0000

Alexis, this picture is heartbreaking yet so clearly amazing at the same time. Never before has a photograph captured my emotions so drastically. Thank you for sharing it.

Comment on Heartbreak Exhibition and Zachary’s Photo by Amette

Amette — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 03:33:11 +0000

This sounds like a beautiful event, and I’m so glad you have an opportunity to share your experience! I wish I could come out to be a part of the evening, but alas, I have plans. I have total confidence that your work will be very moving for those who view it…

Comment on Don’t Play the Shame Game by Alexis Marie

Alexis Marie — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 02:38:14 +0000

Thanks Emily!
You’re right, shame is unavoidable. We all must face it in some ways. It’s hard because we like to put things in the categories of cause and effect. When an external cause is not found, it’s easy to blame ourselves. Self-forgiveness and grace are key.
Thank you for commenting and connecting,
Best wishes,
Alexis Marie

Comment on Don’t Play the Shame Game by Emily

Emily — Fri, 31 May 2013 14:01:53 +0000

This is so correct, shame is so dangerous and yet I think it’s just something that everyone has to surpass after the loss someone -as if we need to rule ourselves out as the culprit as we love putting a reason behind everything that happens.

This is so beautiful <3

Comment on Don’t Play the Shame Game by Alexis Marie

Alexis Marie — Fri, 31 May 2013 06:48:53 +0000

Thanks, Patti. I think shame, guilt, blame and embarrassment are all very tangible struggles after losing a child. These are subjects I have not heard or read much about in my experience. I don’t feel done yet discussing them either (or working them out in my own life, but that will come).
As always, thank you for your encouragement.

Comment on It’s Better To Love by Alexis Marie

Alexis Marie — Fri, 31 May 2013 06:45:31 +0000

You make interesting points, Charlotte. Your comment makes me think… Thank you! No matter where we have come from or what we have endured or what have you, it really is comforting, as you say, to know we have the children we are meant to have. It’s not a very helpful belief when we are in the trenches of loss, wounded and looking for answers. It’s more of an acceptance that we cannot control life and that we can find a greater depth of happiness by simply enjoying what we have.

Comment on Don’t Play the Shame Game by Patti Walker

Patti Walker — Thu, 30 May 2013 17:54:24 +0000

Another beautiful post that I will be gently guiding others to. You once againput into words what so many other bereaved parents feel.

Comment on It’s Better To Love by Charlotte

Charlotte — Thu, 23 May 2013 07:03:24 +0000

You have a special way of sharing your experiences that give me great insights to my own thoughts and experiences. I had wanted a second child which I never had and thus never loved. Is that better than to have loved and lost as you have experienced? Each of us will have our own answer, but I am comforted by the thought we each have the children we are meant to have. The one I have is a continuing source of love, pride and respect.