Windows of Heaven
Emily McPhie (1978– )
- Medium
United States
2008
Oil on panel
18 × 20 in.
Church History Museum Collection
"One day I was left alone with my little girl and my baby. As I ventured downstairs to make lunch, I thought about how all-consuming babies are and how my life had been turned upside down. I thought, “Who in their right mind would choose to have a baby, considering the money and time required, lost opportunities, adventures not taken, and ambitions set aside.” Divine intervention was needed for me. I set a sandwich in front of my darling daughter, and she looked up at me through her long lashes with her big blue eyes. It hit me—it took my breath away and brought tears to my eyes. It was as if the windows of heaven opened through her eyes and poured out love and light. Children are a precious gift. It is an honor and privilege to be their custodian for a time. I want to remember this every day. I want to feel this every time children look at me."