Janis by bella_ss

Janis

On this day 16 years ago (14/11/98) we lost our beautiful daughter Janis in a car accident. I took this shot just a week before. I had decided not to post this but after reading @amandal 's wonderful story about the robin and her daughter I thought I would share it. The reason I didn't want to share it is because I don't want sympathy and that might seem the reason for posting but I just wanted to share her beauty and honour her memory. I know she's still close by and maybe she will be happy that I am sharing with you all.
@amandal This is the shot Amanda. You words really touched me and I thought if you can bare your soul like that then maybe I can just for one day. Thank you!
November 16th, 2014  
And now I'm crying. She's beautiful!
November 16th, 2014  
This is a beautiful picture and I'm so glad you are still taking pictures 16 years later.
November 16th, 2014  
What a beautiful daughter you have. I am sure wherever she is she will be pleased with this photo. I know what you mean about sympathy. When I lost my daughter almost 2 years ago I didn't want sympathy either, but if we don't mention the ones we have lost it is as if they have never existed. We have to keep the memories of the good times. I lost my daughter suddenly too and there is nothing worse than the police knocking on your door to tell you your daughter has died.
I love the colour of Janis' hair, the same as Zoe's. Thank you for sharing. Take care.
November 16th, 2014  
Thank you for sharing your daughter's photo with us. Very emotional now…She will be happy with that you shared the photo. Thank you again,
Sheralee!
November 16th, 2014  
I think I understand more than most. Such lost beauty.
November 16th, 2014  
Thank you for sharing this beautiful picture and your heartbreak with us.
November 16th, 2014  
This is such a beautiful portrait, and so pleased you decided to post it. Fav
November 16th, 2014  
Beautiful portrait
November 16th, 2014  
This is a beautiful portrait!
November 16th, 2014  
What a beautiful memory of a beautiful girl
November 16th, 2014  
She certainly was beautiful, I am sure you are very proud of her x
November 16th, 2014  
What a beautiful smile! Thank you for sharing this fab portrait with us!
November 16th, 2014  
Your daughter was really beautiful and I'm sure she is smiling to see that mom is sharing her portrait... and I am happy you did. We should keep the memory of the dear ones alive with a smile, like the one she has on this portrait. I can't imagine the pain you went through, and don't wish it on anybody. How old was her? May her rest in peace .
November 16th, 2014  
very touching, my eyes are prickling big hugs to you Sheralee
November 16th, 2014  
Thoughts with you……
November 16th, 2014  
Gorgeous! Thank you for sharing. Hugs.
November 17th, 2014  
What a beauty and a wonderful warm smile.
November 17th, 2014  
Lovely portrait Sheralee,Sorry for your loss!!
November 17th, 2014  
It's a beautiful portrait of a beautiful girl. Not sympathy but hugs
November 17th, 2014  
Gorgeous!!!! What a beauty and love her lovely smile!!! Thanks for sharing with your 365 family!!! Hugs to you and yours!!!
November 17th, 2014  
So beautiful:)
November 17th, 2014  
What a beautiful daughter. Memories ARE for sharing! Thank you for trusting us with them!
November 17th, 2014  
She is Soo beautiful.
November 17th, 2014  
Beautiful portrait. You daughter looks like she had a lovely, bright light inside of her.
November 17th, 2014  
Thank you for sharing Sheralee, a most beautiful portrait and so important to keep those wonderful memories alive :)
November 17th, 2014  
She is so beautiful! I have felt the same way about posting pics of/ or regarding my mom. I honestly don't want sympathy - but my project is basically 'a year in our life' and to not post would feel like a big hole. So thanks for sharing, and I like what Sue WIlde said - not sympathy but hugs!
November 17th, 2014  
She was a beautiful girl....and this photo an image of a sweet memory!
November 17th, 2014  
Oh what a beautiful girl... I know exactly how you feel... we lost our beautiful daughter 2 1/2 years ago to breast cancer.. It is so cruel that our beautiful young ladies can not reach their full potential... Kylie was 32 and had only been married 18 months.. Memories last forever... xxx
November 17th, 2014  
that is a great portrait.
November 17th, 2014  
She was gorgeous! Thank you for sharing, it is a wonderful memory
November 17th, 2014  
She is just gorgeous. This is a lovely tribute. Thank you for sharing it with us, I think it took a lot of courage to post it.
November 17th, 2014  
Sam
I bet your daughter was as lovely as her Mum!
November 17th, 2014  
Beautiful portrait.
November 17th, 2014  
Beautiful portrait thank you for sharing that amazing smile with us hugs
November 17th, 2014  
Pam
Beautiful!
November 17th, 2014  
Thank you for sharing your soul and your beautiful daughter with us. I know you are not looking for sympathy, but I am deeply sorry for your loss. May God give you strength to carry on and still treasure her sweet memory.
November 17th, 2014  
What a truly beautiful young lady. I'm sure you will always be so proud of her.
November 17th, 2014  
thank you for sharing! It is a beautiful portrait! No one should go experience the loss of a child, but I'm sure she will keep living in your hart!
November 17th, 2014  
She is beautiful! Love her smile. Thank you for sharing her with us. Hugs!
November 17th, 2014  
Beautiful portrait. Thank you for sharing your story
November 17th, 2014  
Just beautiful...
November 18th, 2014  
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So sorry to do this group tag but I really needed to thank you all for your lovely words. I know some of you understand from personal experience and my heart goes out to you also. Most people are touched with loss of some kind, whether it be family, friend or acquaintance and it's so often the kind words that help you through. So, thank you my 365 family, it means so much to know you care.

Ana, she was soon to have her 18th birthday and start a law degree.

Amanda, you are always so honest and open, I admire that so much.
November 18th, 2014  
@bella_ss I lost a grandson at age 14....six years ago now and it feels like yesterday. Sympathy does not heal the heart...but photos of him still make me smile! His memory will stay with me forever!
November 18th, 2014  
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