For several days in the spring of 2016, my sisters and I watched our dear mother slowly pass away. A month later, one of my sisters unexpectantly lost her husband of 45 years. A month after that, my husband Charlie faced a life-threatening, four months-long illness. In 2016, easily the most difficult year of my life, I simply lost my way. It was coming through in my project and alarming people, and I want to have an upbeat project, so I said goodbye in many ways during that time. I put my camera on a shelf in the closet.
I am a fairly new member.....but welcome back. It is inspiring to see so many different photos and perspectives from all over the world. We focus on being upbeat but it is important to acknowledge and reflect on those sad moments in life when we have to say goodbye. A beautiful photo!
My dear Jane, it is so wonderful to have you back. I have thought of you often. I'm so sad at what you have had to cope with, and my heart goes out to you. Best wishes and prayers for Charlie.
Thank you for posting this photo. It has such depth of emotion. The cycle of life, the loss, the grief, the love. I hope you will start to feel ..... I'm not sure what. Only time will tell. Your challenges have been many, and it takes a long time to recover. Welcome back, even though I didn't see your photos, they are your journey, and your capture of life.
Hello again Jane. so good to have you back. Missed your amazing pictures. You have been through a rough time, lets hope things will only get better, even for Charlie Bless you
2016. A year that challenged us too. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and Mannie and the whole family. A mother's life is one to celebrate but the final good bye is never easy. May your project bring you joy. I for one am overjoyed to have you back. Welcome!
Welcome back Jane. I often wondered what had happened to you and then I saw your name in a comment. The camera and 365 can force you to keep looking for the good things in your life.
Welcome back, Jane - I saw your name in a comment, with pleasure, and found you from there. I wondered where you were and now I know. I am so sorry for your family's many losses and your difficult year in 2016. Sometimes you find more than you expect as you wander, thinking you might be lost. Welcome back.
