My Great-Uncle's funeral today. He was my Nanny's baby brother, and very dear to all of us. We lost her and my Great-Auntie some years ago, and I like to think of them together now. (He was 88 and went very quickly, so for all that we must be grateful).
On the way home I watched the sun setting, and reflected that it was another day and another generation gone... I wondered what the future would make of our generation, would we leave such long shadows?
This is cropped and straightened but the colours and light are sooc. Should I crop it more do you think?
# Have done a 2nd version at https://365project.org/filsie65/365/2019-10-16 - see what you think ... I think you notice the horizon far more.
Gosh I was so thrilled at your views and comments on my turning leaves shot! I didn't actually have a drink last night, but am remedying that now as I feel I need one... cheers all! :)
So sorry for the loss of your great-uncle, Phil. It's very hard to witness the end of a generation that has been so much a part of your life. I love this pic. You're right, you do notice the horizon more in the other, but I really like the more muted, dreamy look of this one. Very nicely done.
This is lovely Phil and a beautiful way to contemplate those who have left us for a time - Everyone who is loved casts a long shadow on the lives they leave behind. My deepest sympathy in your loss.
I always think of the rejoicing on the other end when someone passes. Only way that I know to handle the loss. Great big hugs to you, my friend. And I'm sure that you are casting a long shadow.
A wonderful reflection on life's issues. Sorry for your loss of a loved one. I'd be going for this processing choice simply because for me it more accurately captures the thoughts that lead you to take it in the first place...more natural and captures the darkness, the emptiness as well as the bright memories of the day.
I understand and am right there with you on these thoughts. Dad went "home" in May, and last week his sister joined him. Last October it was his brother-in-law. At the funeral my cousins and I were marveling that we were becoming the older generation in our family. Especially now that many or our children are having children- it's quite a heritage.
It's gorgeous just the way it is and I like your story. You pose a very good question about the future generation. Sometimes I wonder if the future generation would even care. Great shot, Phil!
So sorry about your losses, my thoughts are with you.
This is a beautiful sunset, gorgeous sky, I love the crop just the way it is :)