09/28/2026
The last time I had a conversation with Claire was a couple of years ago, during one of the many times she babysat my children. Somehow her plans for the future were brought up, and without hesitation, she told me she wanted to attend medical school and eventually become a dermatologist. Impressive.
Fast forward a few years to her senior session, and naturally, I asked her that same question.
Her answer this time? “My heart is in missions.”
Claire now has plans to pursue mission work in Africa after graduation, potentially even serving in hospitals and incorporating her passion for medicine along the way.
While her plans may look different than they did a few years ago, there’s something so special about a young woman whose dreams are growing into something bigger than herself. A young woman who isn’t just asking what she wants to do with her life, but how she can use it to serve Jesus and love people.
And as I captured these photos of Claire with her Bible in hand, I couldn’t help but think about how beautiful it is to see a young woman so unashamed of her faith and so willing to follow wherever the Lord leads her. Her future may look different than she once imagined, but her heart is set on something eternal.
I was also blown away by the sun flare that seemed to create a spirit of protection over her as she opened her bible and began to read. God is so good.
And as if I needed another reason to celebrate this girl, she was just crowned Indiana High School Homecoming Queen two nights ago! đź‘‘
Enjoy this little preview of a beautiful girl with an even more beautiful heart. Queen Claire 🥰
