I found some negatives this morning of a trip to Franz Joseph Glacier when our kids were small, Halil is about 9 here. He never cut his hair, I wanted to take a lock of it when he was in his coffin but i couldnt free it without messing him up . For those who dont know Halil committed suicide last December at the age of 23. I thought i would mention that because a lot of you who have started following me since then might not have known. Most of the poems and exploration of my feelings about his death have been @fiveplustwo where i have been posting a self-portrait each Monday. I am taking a break from that for a while, so it might crop up here a bit more, and this way you wont be so puzzled if i get maudlin from time to time.
Such beautiful memory, love the faded feel of the tones making it feel almost like a memory. I think it´s good you are able to process your loss through your art. Big hug, this must be a very difficult time for you!
That's a beautiful shot Kali. Thank you for sharing this lovely moment. I hope that taking photos and being part of 365 maybe helps a very little now and again.
Wow, I cannot even start to express my thoughts. I am so so sorry for your loss, and I am in awe of your inner strength to deal with this. Lovely photo of a beautiful little boy.
So very sorry. This is what I thought happened when reading the lyric on the previous photo. What a beautiful boy. I can't begin to guess what might help you. I worked with so many parents who lost children and they just can't understand it. Prayers that you will find what you need.
I did not realize that this had happened so recently. My son also would NOT cut his hair around age 9 or so. I just let him look like a 70's rock star as it seemed such a benign desire.
There's more to heaven and earth than meets our understanding Kali... I have no trouble believing that this photo came into being not for when it was taken... but for this moment, now. Thank you for sharing it.
@jackies365 its the living ones that concern me, Halil made his decision and is out of my reach except in thought, but the others...scares the shit out of me being a mother...
Kali I lost my daughter to the swine flu in 2009. Her name was Victoria Sousa. This loss propelled me to photography. I use it to salve the ever present wound. I bleed for you and understand completely. Lou.
Life is moments... and this is a beautiful moment you are sharing.
thankyou everyone, all your thoughtful kindness helps a great deal