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Photo of the Day ~ People Category ~ October 12, 2007

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Generations
by Janine Russell (janruss) 
Camera:
Canon EOS 1-D
Location:
Kirkland, Washington
 
United States of America

Photographer Notes:
In loving memory of my Father-in-Law, Ronald, who passed Sunday afternoon, September 16, 2007 at 89 years old. He loved his great-grandchildren dearly and was so proud of them. He is pictured here with his youngest great-granddaughter, Naomi (8-1/2 months). Photo was taken on September 11, 2007 at 12:25pm, 5 days before his death. Canon 24-105mm F/4L lens @ 105mm, F/5.6, 1/60 second, ISO 400, flash


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Patrice Cigallio Wesa commented on October 12, 2007 00:25:
A precious and very moving tribute to your your Father-in Law, Ronald, whose gift of love is so strickingly portrayed to the very end of his life. I am certain he will be dearly missed. Thank you for sharing this touching image which is a real treasure with all of us, Janine!
Joyce Webley commented on October 12, 2007 00:36:
This is a beautiful, beautiful image, Janine, one that touches us all. This is a treasure for your family.
Trevor Carpenter commented on October 12, 2007 03:47:
Not something I would normally comment on but totally moving and a treasured image forever. Photography being used at its very best.
Glenn Urquhart commented on October 12, 2007 05:32:
Priceless Capture, Beautiful Memories, Wonderful Tribute to your Farther-in Law, Janine. Best wishes to you and your loved ones, Glenn.
Renee commented on October 12, 2007 07:44:
It brings tears to my eyes...I too have lost family members close to me. This a genuinely heartfelt portrait Janine. How honored you must feel to have captured a loving memory of a truly loving man. Excellent composition...everything! Congratulations on the POTD win!
Mary Binford commented on October 12, 2007 07:54:
Naomi will have a memory that most of us do not have from 8 months. You did well.
Jane Myers commented on October 12, 2007 10:02:
Janine - Thanks to your photo, Naomi will know the love of her great-grandfather. Thanks for sharing. -- Jane
Pat Abbott commented on October 12, 2007 11:37:
A very touching and lovely image, Janine. Congrats on your win.
Kumiko Parkinson commented on October 12, 2007 15:59:
It is amazing how Naomi looks comfortable in his arms, how gracefully well you caught this moment. Sorry for your loss, Janine.
Tom Briggs commented on October 12, 2007 18:07:
A special moment and memory well captured, Janine. This is a photo to share for times to come.
Helen McHugh commented on October 12, 2007 18:10:
Janine, this is a really touching & beautiful capture! Thank you for sharing this very intimate image with us.
Robert Mann commented on October 12, 2007 23:53:
This must have been a very difficult picture to take, Janine. But you did it so well and it is very loving and lovely keepsake for your family. Sorry for your loss and congrats on your POTD.
Janine Russell commented on October 13, 2007 16:02:
Patrice, Joyce, Trevor, Glenn, Renee, Mary, Jane, Pat, Kumiko, Tom, Helen and Robert, thanks so much for your kind words of encouragement and congratulations.


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