pink bergenia....

... in remembrance of my mother who died 29 years ago on January 5th.

She and my dad had come to spend New Year with us in our new house She had a brain haemorrhage and died in Winchester Hospital.

This bergenia is planted by our little stream and was a cutting from my parents' garden. It usually flowers in the spring.

a bit more:
http://365project.org/quietpurplehaze/add-ins/2015-01-05

[Julie Duncan]

Wonderful tribute, Hazel!

[Pat Knowles]

That must have been a rerrible shock Hazel, no wonder you were traumatised. A haemorrhage is always a very sudden way to die so you woukd be completely un prepared.....no wonder it affected you.....so glad you are ok now & hats off to Ray for being there. Your mum has sent you an early message to tell you how well you are doing!

[Judith Greenwood]

That continuity of planting is lovely. We did it with family rhubarb. What a shocking time you must have had though - so sudden.

[Jan Hall]

What a tragic story Hazel. So good to have this plant for remembrance.

[Bep]

Such a lovely flower; nice tribute, Hazel.

[Denise fuller]

What a lovely way to remember your mum by

[Penelope Ann]

What a sad part of your history, you are very brave to be able to write it all down. The flowers are a beautiful way to remember your mum.

[tony gig]

Beautiful flower and colour Hazel, great tribute to your Mother...

[Pyrrhula]

A lovely flower to remember you be loved Mother. A great tribute.

[Graham Thresher]

A beautiful capture.

[Christine]

Beautiful!

[Denise Wood]

Such a sad story Hazel. No doubt your mum is with you whenever you look at the beautiful bergenia. We miss our mums forever!

[mittens (Marilyn)]

So pretty and I love the soft purple color.

[Pam Knowler]

A lovely way to remember your mother Hazel. Beautiful flower.

[wendy frost]

A beautiful capture and a lovely way to remember and think of your mum on special days.

[Richard Hickey]

Awesome macro. Congratulations on making the Trending Page.

[Cathie]

Lovely shot, Hazel and it's very special since it's from your mother's home. I, too, believe in the power of dogs (which I think comes down to the power of love). Thank you for sharing.

[Leah]

Lovely blossom in remembrance of your mother!!! Great shot!!!

[Kathy]

I'm so sorry about the loss of your Mom. Mine died in 2001 and I miss her every day. You have such a sweet and beautiful tribute for your Mom!! I am sure she is smiling!! FAV!

[Susan C Clow]

Very pretty. Nice to see a flower in in the winter. I love the little spring coming up and touching the back of the flower. Big FAV for me.

[Sam]

Such a beautiful tribute Hazel - I had tears in my eyes when reading your story. A gorgeous purple flower :) xx

[Andrea]

Isn't this community uplifting. Look at the kindness and support shared just from your two photos and sharing your pain. Well done for stepping out there and allowing us to be there for you, just as you have been for me. 😍

[linda]

what a sad story Hazel but a lovely tribute. How lovely to have something of hers that flowers every year

[Dione Giorgio]

A very sad story but life must go on. Love this tribute.

[Claire]

Why did I know this would have to be purple:0)

[Babs]

So beautiful and a wonderful tribute.

[Ivan]

Such a nice way to remember you mother, Hazel. They are very special. And time passes so quickly, mine died 30 years ago now.

[Nicole]

what a lovely flower! so sad she died that long ago and you have to miss here since!

[Lady Magpie (Heather)]

Very pretty flower and capture.

[Pete]

Great capture, Hazel

[Newbank Lass]

Thanks for sharing haze. Not just the power of a dog but also photography