circle of life

© Angela Wright. May not be used without written permission.

Friday, August 28, 2009 My husband's Grandma passed away at 97 years old. She left peacefully in her sleep after breakfast with one of her daughter's at her side. It's hard to be sad when it was how she wanted to go, she had been ready for quite some time. I'm sad because we had planned our annual summer visit for Monday of next week. My youngest will never get to meet her. She was always so very proud of her family. Her hospital room is covered with pictures and art work from all the great and great-great grandchildren.

On June 24th of 2004 we made our first trip out to West Virginia to Great Grandma's house. The Son 3 mths, with his Great Grandma, 92. I was really hoping to get a shot of our newest little one in her arms.

Here is another version of their hands

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-Angela says:

The 2008 version. This is the fifth and final shot of the series.
Posted 57 months ago. ( permalink )

teddymb says:

touching, in all possible meanings
Posted 57 months ago. ( permalink )

tsmyther says:

Such a nice contrast. Thanks for sharing!
Posted 57 months ago. ( permalink )

algo says:

This is a lovely picture. It works on many levels. Congratulations.
Posted 57 months ago. ( permalink )

NorthernLala says:

A very sweet, very touching photo.
Posted 57 months ago. ( permalink )

-Angela says:

Thank you, I had owned my camera for about a week when we went to visit her. I wish I had done a better job with the lighting. It's the kind of thing that would feel so fake if I tried to re-stage on another visit.
Posted 57 months ago. ( permalink )

namastemama says:

this is wonderful
Posted 57 months ago. ( permalink )

-Angela says:

Thank you
Posted 56 months ago. ( permalink )

HydeRock [deleted] says:

This made me cry!!! How beautiful is that!! ?? Someone PLEASE give this woman an award. ;OD

xo Hyde

www.rainbowriverart.com
www.myspace.com/hyderock
Posted 56 months ago. ( permalink )

LouVile says:

A very powerful image. It's such a simple capture yet wonderful. Bravo!
Posted 56 months ago. ( permalink )

Corgiflore says:

What a beautiful photo !
Posted 56 months ago. ( permalink )

~terese~ says:

Youth is a great thing, so is wisdom that comes with age. This will be a very special photo for that little hand some day.
Posted 56 months ago. ( permalink )

Kaisersuzuki says:

Excellent. Tells a nice story.
Posted 56 months ago. ( permalink )

-Angela says:

:) Thanks
Posted 56 months ago. ( permalink )

painter of horizon [deleted] says:

Touching picture. Both hands are so beatifuls.
Posted 56 months ago. ( permalink )

Brenda Anderson says:

Very touching... I love photos that show the generations.
Posted 56 months ago. ( permalink )

-Angela says:

Thank you both, I can't tell you how happy I am we have this picture. It means so much to me.
Posted 56 months ago. ( permalink )

nascity says:

Wow...the circle of life...
Posted 56 months ago. ( permalink )

Lynn Morag says:

This is fantastic.

It would be wonderful in the Hands, Claws and All Kinds of Paws group.
Posted 56 months ago. ( permalink )

Mr TGT says:

Hands tell so much about a person, Great photo.....
Posted 55 months ago. ( permalink )

Marta_Gama_Mendes says:

fabulous contribution

:)
Posted 55 months ago. ( permalink )

-Angela says:

Thank you all so much. This is such a special picture for me so it's wonderful to hear how other people enjoy it.
Posted 55 months ago. ( permalink )

ToBNot2B says:

so lovely image..
Posted 54 months ago. ( permalink )

Studio E says:

This is so meaningful and beautiful!
Posted 54 months ago. ( permalink )

Tom-Cate says:

This is an absolute treasure, Angela. What a special picture this is going to be for your son, as well. It's wonderful.
Posted 54 months ago. ( permalink )

ipernity.com/home/nicoleb / No to censorship [deleted] says:

This one made it to the Hall of Fame in the 10-25-Fav pool :)
Congratulations!
Posted 54 months ago. ( permalink )

mrwangkai says:

great generation view!
Posted 53 months ago. ( permalink )

Anikó says:

The photo is touching.
Posted 52 months ago. ( permalink )

> Josean < says:

Wow! A great pic! More sensibility!!
Posted 51 months ago. ( permalink )

Tarzen says:

I loved it!

Posted 51 months ago. ( permalink )

The Hadfields says:

Such a touching shot.
Posted 51 months ago. ( permalink )

retrojuliet says:

love this
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

carolyn_in_oregon says:

a really lovely shot!
Posted 49 months ago. ( permalink )

Mary Hockenbery (reddirtrose) says:

wonderful!
Posted 49 months ago. ( permalink )

Andrea Paccini says:

wonderful

Posted 48 months ago. ( permalink )

Thaisab says:

Nice!!!
Posted 46 months ago. ( permalink )

Bumfluff says:

This one took my breath away. Wonderful composition..
Posted 45 months ago. ( permalink )

GoddessOfHellFire says:

I took a similar one with my mother and new baby girl! sorry, haven't quite figured out this board to post it here yet.... it was earlier this year.... and Cate is her namesake! BUt I still love the contrast of younger and older!
Posted 45 months ago. ( permalink )

King & I says:

so touching x 10000000
Posted 44 months ago. ( permalink )

Fin_Photo says:

wow
Posted 44 months ago. ( permalink )

mojeecat says:

What an amazing photo! Such a treasure to have captured them, together, like that!
Posted 41 months ago. ( permalink )

amberyu says:

wonderful touch.I love this photo.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

DreamzInColor says:

You are invited to add this engaging photo to ***Engaging Photography*** ~Invitation Only Pool~
Posted 38 months ago. ( permalink )

tx_n8tives says:

This is a wonderful shot!
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

EveBB says:

Please add your Beautiful Photo to:
Beauty is in the *Eye* of the Beholder!

This is a wonderful picture!
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

Basque in the moon says:

Time is so precious. Nice picture.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

{.kristin.} says:

This is AMAZING.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

angie M. photography says:

So touching. What a treasure.
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

Lori (ldp1109) says:

this is SO Beautiful!!!
Posted 35 months ago. ( permalink )

imagepeace (((away from computer))) says:

Thank you for being a part of the world
Posted 34 months ago. ( permalink )

jeanet.dk says:

I love those kind of pictures. They are so great to keep for the future...
Posted 34 months ago. ( permalink )

Laney G says:

So touching (no pun intended!) and sweet.
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

pause_art says:

excelent picture!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

SerialCoder says:

This image has been added to the Flickr Museum for making explore's top 25. Kudos! You can check it out HERE...

Posted 29 months ago. ( permalink )

busycs4 says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Memories of Grandma...comment to the right, and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.

Beautiful and touching.
Posted 26 months ago. ( permalink )

gu_pse says:

for baby's hands:

www.flickr.com/groups/514289@N25/
Posted 26 months ago. ( permalink )

mountainword says:

LOVE it.
Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )

allr1 Taking time off for the Holidays. P&L says:

BEAUTIFUL ! Yes.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Ahhhmanda! says:

Wow.
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

S h e l l y says:

beautiful!
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

carrieschelmety23 says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Tamron Lens Users (USA), and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

-Teddy says:

God bless. Praying for you and family.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

claire says:

My thoughts are with you and your family....such a beautiful shot
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

PinkleT0es says:

I am so very sorry to hear about your loss, but I do love you were able to capture this.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

wendy_l_wareham says:

Angela, my sympathy for your loss.

This is a truly beautiful and moving photo.

It's like I told my nieces who never met my father, they have a special guardian angel in heaven.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

toyfoto says:

Sorry for your loss.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

artemia photography says:

That defines an excellent picture, the one that touch your heart directly. You can see more than the image itself. This is a valuavle treasure.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

Just.Say.Julie says:

So sorry for your loss!
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

stephenadcox says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called 2009 International Beauty, and we'd love to have this added to the group!

Wonderful image my friend! (-8 Beautiful work!!
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

HumanHead says:

Such a beautiful living legacy.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

toddlertoes says:

I'm sorry for your loss
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

{Life's Little Treasures Photography} says:

So sorry for your family's loss Angela. It's never easy to say goodbye and such a shame that she never got to see the babe. This is definitely a shot that will be treasured forever.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

matuko amini says:

oh my...such an image and i'm so sorry for your loss.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

strong_enough says:

What a beautiful photo... I'm so sorry for your family's loss Angela.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

Avery's Mom says:

when I saw the thumbnail, I was hoping this was a shot with 'the baby'. So sorry about your loss and that they didnt get to meet.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

sesame ellis says:

I am so sorry for your loss. i wish your family peace during this time.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

proudof7 says:

I love the photo...tears in my eyes....
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

Christine ™ says:

So sorry for your family's loss -- thinking of you all!
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

Lea and Luna 101 says:

I'm sorry for you loss.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

CamilleKuts says:

(L)
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

Adriana Casellato says:

belíssima composição! união entre gerações!
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

s3supimpa says:

sweet
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

Images By Tracey - On Commenting Hiatus says:

Beautiful, heart-warming capture.
Your words touched my heart.
What an amazing "mom" you are!
These images of your family are priceless!
Have a wonderful week, my friend!
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

-Valeria says:

SO SORRY FOR YOU
the shot is amaing.congrats!
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

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