This is Alexis with her beautiful boy, Isais. Alexis had Isais when she was going to Roosevelt High School. I remember our photo shoot, she invited me to her home. It was so windy and and rainy. We took some photos at a nearby park, but had to go inside because it was so nasty out. Isais was quiet and very attached to his sweet mama. I remember thinking that Alexis was a bad ass; she was so confident, so easy with Isais, and super smart. Isais' dad was there, too. He was quiet, like Isais. And so kind. I can't wait to see them at the opening, I haven't seen them in so long!

Today I gave a 30 minute talk about Illuminating Family, Reframing Teen Parenthood at the Oregon Teen Pregnancy Task Force Summit. I was so nervous, I could feel my heart pounding and racing. I spoke to an audience of about 80 people. They seemed to enjoy my talk, I really enjoyed doing it. I feel honored that they asked me. I met some interesting and lovely people, all working to help make the lives of teenagers better.

Love, Eden

P.S. 10 days until the show opens!!! I will see you at the Paragon Gallery on May 17th! 4:00-7:00 PM. 815 N Killingsworth St. There will be food and drinks.

Bring your kids, mine will be there!!!