One Last Tear.... by denisedaly

One Last Tear....

Yesterday was a foggy gray & drizzly day. Before attending a funeral for my best friend's father, Lou Bedor, I headed out in an attempt to capture a photo for the day.

After the funeral, I reviewed my shots and was struck by the symbolism captured in this photo. We all shed ONE LAST TEAR and we also REFLECTED on Lou's life with celebration.

So as you are laid to rest today Lou, these reflections are some of your life lessons shared yesterday by your daughter Mary Ellen:

- Give charitably to others
- Make time for yourself
- Don't take yourself too seriously
- Ask for what you want - you just might get it
- Family first; anyone can be part of the family
- Respect all others and their opinions
- If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all
- Believe in a power higher than yourself

Rest in peace Lou Bedor. You were the salt of the earth.
A beautifully symbolic photo Denise. And life lessons that we should all take heed of.
February 18th, 2011  
WOW.... In total agreement, VERY symbolic! and a downright marvelous capture!
February 18th, 2011  
lovely, the drop is so clear, well done!
February 18th, 2011  
It's beautiful and I love the symbolism.. Wonderful capture..
February 18th, 2011  
I love this! This is really clear and the DOF is amazing. I love how you thought of a tear and I hope this gives you hope and comfort!
February 18th, 2011  
fantastic shot denise
February 18th, 2011  
Wow,fabulous waterdrop shot,love the reflection. Love the life lessons :)
February 18th, 2011  
Lovely tribute.
February 18th, 2011  
Great symbolism, and nice work with the reflection in the drop. I hope you are ok.
February 18th, 2011  
This is lovely....
February 18th, 2011  
Jan
Beutiful tribute, Denise.
February 18th, 2011  
Beautiful.
February 18th, 2011  
A beautiful tribute Denise. The photo is 'spot on". Great symbolism.
Perfect.
February 18th, 2011  
So wonderful.
February 18th, 2011  
love this shot so sorry for your loss and your friends !!!
February 18th, 2011  
Love the reflection captured in your drop. Beautiful sentiments, sorry for your lose.
February 18th, 2011  
beautiful
February 18th, 2011  
Wow! Amazing. Beautiful.
February 18th, 2011  
Nice composition.
February 18th, 2011  
beautiful shot and i love the reflection the the droplet. nice find.
February 18th, 2011  
great tribute and beautiful photo.
February 18th, 2011  
Extraordinary, Denise, a lovely tribute and a special photo. A favorite for me.
February 18th, 2011  
what an incredible shot, Denise! *love* the DOF, the reflection in the drop AND the curve of the vine. (not to mention your commentary). A FAV!
February 18th, 2011  
Lovely tribute - very touching.
February 18th, 2011  
amazing shot and of course great tribute...
February 18th, 2011  
Great capture and tribute! Love your words!
February 18th, 2011  
What a beautiful shot! I love the focus, the bokeh and the composition. The sentiments are beautiful, too.
February 18th, 2011  
Very nice!
February 18th, 2011  
Nod
beautiful..from thumbnail I thought it was a small snake!
February 19th, 2011  
Brilliant - very simple and deft - I know only too well how hard these are to get.
February 19th, 2011  
Beautiful sentiment and photo!
February 19th, 2011  
Agreed. Such a nice sentiment.
February 19th, 2011  
Wow, this is beautiful. Look at that reflection in that tiny drop....
February 19th, 2011  
Wonderful Denise. The reflection is beautiful and your sentiment is too.
February 19th, 2011  
Lovely pic, nicely captured!
February 19th, 2011  
I'm not sure which I like better, your picture or your words to accompany it. Excellent on both counts.
February 19th, 2011  
jeeez i love this, silent and gorgeous.
February 19th, 2011  
This is a cool shot! nice waterdrop!
February 19th, 2011  
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Lovely tribute. Great words of wisdom.
February 19th, 2011  
Good words to live by. I would have liked Lou. God bless Lou.
February 19th, 2011  
This is stunning!! Not only the reflection in the waterdrop is awesome, I also love the curves of this plant. A fav!
February 19th, 2011  
lovely tribute ... stunning & moving ...
February 19th, 2011  
Just beautiful in every way...perfect image to accompany this tribute to a loved one.
February 19th, 2011  
I love the tree reflection in this droplet. Well done!
February 19th, 2011  
How beautiful, this is a picture that is worth a thousand words.. Also, such a beautiful trubute to a man who was obviously well loved and respected R.I.P.Lou
February 19th, 2011  
love it! :)
February 20th, 2011  
Remarkable photo and very touching text. My thoughts are with you.
February 20th, 2011  
Denise, a big congrats on a truly deserving PP. Beautiful :)
February 20th, 2011  
Very touching
February 20th, 2011  
I just saw this brilliant picture on the popular page. I follow you and somehow skipped it. Wonderful.
February 20th, 2011  
Ben
beautiful, denise. love the reflection.
February 20th, 2011  
This is beautiful and I love the symbolism.. Wonderful capture.
February 21st, 2011  
So incredibly beautiful. How superbly emotive. Wonderful.
February 21st, 2011  
Beautiful reflection in the water droplet. Lovely photo. Sorry to hear about your father's friend passing on, he was obviously someone that touched many lives by his outlook on life.
February 21st, 2011  
Excellent photo!
February 21st, 2011  
Incredible capture and beautiful words. Sounds like Lou was a real gem.
February 22nd, 2011  
Oh, the lines... This is just amazing!!!
February 24th, 2011  
Beautiful.
March 7th, 2011  
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