too soon for this kind of visit

for my get pushed challenge Charles @zosimasy
gave me this task "photograph something powerful (as in emotion, not mechanical)." I don't know if this comes across as powerful for anyone else but me but I am in tears as I post this. These are the niches that my brother, sister and her husband are in at the cemetery. Her husband passed 4 years before her and she never lived a day after that without a broken heart. Six months after my sister passed from breast cancer, she was 57, my brother was killed in a motorcycle accident. He was 47. Too early to have to visit them here.

[jackie edwards]

Charles @zosimasy here is an attempt at the get pushed challenge you issued for powerful as in emotion. thoughts?

[Terri]

Yes this is very powerful.... So sorry for your loss.

[Kevin Wallace]

So unbelievably beautiful, this capture. More poignant by the story told. I am sorry for your loss and thank you for sharing, Jackie.

[Karen H]

Very full and powerful

[Megan]

Wow. It's powerful for me, especially with your words, but without words also.

[Danna]

So sorry for your losses. This is a gorgeous photo.

[lisa]

emotionally powerful indeed.

[April]

So tender and poignant.

[Spanner]

A very powerful and touching image.

[Sam]

yea it does.

[Rose Dumais]

This is such a fascinating image that conveys so much emotion. Well done!

[Dee L.]

I got a pang on my heart as soon as I saw it. I think it worked. I feel so bad for all you and your sister are going through, but stay positive, at least for your sister. I know it's easier said then done.

[Linda]

Thank you for sharing this photo, in all its pain and sadness. It is thought provoking.

[jackie edwards]

@madamelucy @kevin365 @tigerdreamer @ludgate @danna @lisamccloskey @aecasey @spanner @samzee @dumais @flygirl @lindasees thank you all again both for your support and kind comments. I was not sure if the words were needed for the emotion to come through. I revisit these emotions briefly every day then go on with life. Sometimes I wonder if that will ever change. It hasn't in 8 years. I am not usually so maudlin I promise. thank you again.

[Dee L.]

@jackies365 Jackie, I lost my brother 20 years ago. The pains never leaves, you just learn to live with it. There is not a day o don't moss him or think of him.

[jackie edwards]

@flygirl I am sorry to hear that Dee. I don't suspect that it ever will leave. It's ok though. Part of life for sure.

[Sarah Munnings]

Very powerful image, such sadness for you to bear. I think you learn to live with loss rather than getting over it xxx

[David]

Powerful indeed. Fav

[Cherrill]

Such a poignant picture and even more so by its title and your losses. I only lost my Mum 2 weeks ago so I feel very raw at the moment. Thank you for sharing.

[Charles]

Perfect :) yet sad for your loss :(

[Ethel]

Powerful. Too much loss.

[vstap]

I think this is quite emotional and powerful; so sorry for your losses.

[Nicole]

This is very powerful! Love the mood of the shot and what it stands for! It's a tragedy that it happened to your family!

[Kathy Boyles]

Excellent for the challenge

[rieva]

Nice capture!

[Taffy]

This is so poignant, and reading your narrative brought tears to my eyes. Beautifully done as an important remembrance to your loved ones.

[jackie edwards]

@Cherrill Cherrill I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I have not had to go through that and can only imagine the grief you are feeling. Mothers are so special and daughters and their moms have a one of a kind relationship. I will pray for peace of heart for you and your family at this time of such sadness. Thank you for taking your time to comment on my photo. The people here are such a comfort.

[Henri Russell]

Very touching. Good job.

[jackie edwards]

@pixiemac @yrhenwr @zosimasy @ethelperry @vstap @nicoleterheide @kathyboyles @rieva @taffy thank you all for your comments and kindness. There is light for me in the memories I have of our times together growing up.

[jackie edwards]

@henrir thanks Henri. I guess I was able to meet the challenge and hope I can capture a powerful happy emotion as well!

[Andy]

A strong, moving image and so sad to read the background to it.

[gracefulloser]

Heartbreaking. The emotion is very well captured, you did an excellent job meeting your assignment from your partner.

[jackie edwards]

@candidzen @hayleymolloycook thank you both very much. It was a very trying time in our lives. funny, that when I think powerful emotion I think of sadness or grief. There are so many others I will have to focus on those in some upcoming photos. thanks again for the kind comments.

[Kristin]

Very touching. Well captured and processed. Hugs.

[jackie edwards]

@kph129 thanks Kristin. Everyone's kindness is amazing. I do so appreciate it!

[Denise (lyndemc)]

Jackie... I'm so sorry. You're so right about it being way too soon in your life for this sort of visit. The image is a very powerful one. It caught my eye in the thumbnail views and I had to come see it.

[Marci Elston]

Incredibly powerful image. Thank you for opening up and sharing.

[jackie edwards]

@lyndemc @melston thanks ladies. I appreciate the kind words and you stopping by to look at my work!

[Kim]

Very powerful emotional image, beautifully captured and very sad. I'm so sorry for your loses.

[Jane winfrey]

I'm so sorry about your brother, sister and brother in law!! This is a very touching and emotional photo.. so much for a heart to bear :( and so young. Beautiful and touching....