Hi all! A few weeks ago one of my favorite photographers announced a photo contest and asked for photos that represent "what the word L-O-V-E means to you". So I entered with the photo of my grandparents hands (scroll down, it's in my last post.) It's a very special photo to me and one that I am so thankful to have. Anyway, I shared a little bit of the story about my grandparents and how they've been married for over 70 years and this last year my G.G. had to be put in a care home for alzheimers patients. Though he still visits her often, she rarely remembers who anyone is and it's heartbreaking for him (for all of us, really). Well, on the day the photo was taken, we were there visiting Pop at his apartment and my mom brought G.G. over for us all to be together. She had no clue who I was, but aside from that, she was having a "good" day and remembered Pop. She agreed to hold hands with him and that's when I took this picture. It was so nice to see Pop happy for a little while. I know he misses her desperately and my heart hurts for him when I think about it.
Anyway, I love this photo. His big strong hands and her frail hands. And how he's gently cradling them.
Well, I was chosen from all the entries as a finalist. And you, yes, YOU, can help me win by going here: http://www.merakohblog.com/2008/02/15/l-o-v-e-photo-contest-finalists-time-to-vote-for-the-winner/#comments
and voting for me. But don't feel pressured to vote for me if you like another photo better. There are some really touching ones. But if you do like my photo...if it touches your heart....then please vote for me by leaving a comment in favor of photo #4. I'd be thrilled to win the Adobe Lightroom that is the grand prize.
Anyway....thanks for reading and voting!
xoxo, Cyndi
Friday, February 15, 2008
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