In Memory of my Father in Law ~ by kimariehere
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Hello All
My Father in law ( Mike's Dad and the girls only living Grandfather ) passed away last Sunday . That evening I captured this sunset behind my home and called to Mike and said ,"look your Father is saying goodbye".
We just stared up at it in awe. It was an amazing sky and I was drawn to the colors and rays that reminded me of the fingers of God. Seems like everytime when there is a birth or death in my family these glorious sunsets happen . ( seems like we don't get alot of great sunsets inland in LA cause of the smog these days so always like a gift to see a nice one)
Always a hard thing to lose a parent.
I captured this then just sat there remembering him with great fondness.
Grandpa Ben was born in 1922 and was in the 2nd world war , he had a passion for outdoors and nature. He lived his entire life in Munising Michagan along the banks of Lake Superior . He had 7 children ( Mike was the 5th) and was a dedicated Father and loving husband. He had these great big rosy round cheeks and huge smiling eyes. He was a master story teller with always an amazing story to tell or song to sing. When my girls where little he would rock them for hours and sing many songs till they were sleeping peacefully.
I wanted to put this up in memorial to him today as he was very dear to my heart.
The light was very low and this was a bit grainy . Taken with my pocket cam tried to make up for the conditions with my postwork but still wanted to upload this as is was a special moment and memory.
Sorry I haven't been around been busy this week will try and get caught up on comments soon.
Love to you all-
((( BIG HUGS )))
~ Kimmers ♥
Comments (119)
busi2ness
This is just awesome Kimmers! The colors are just so deep and I don't blame you for reading much in the display. Condolences for the family and may they find peace in the lovely things you have remembered about him as well as the striking sunset. God bless!
Littlejock
Great dedi, the pic is so special and your touch add more quality to this sky. Very special moment and the sunset acompany your soul. Hugs my friend
Allenox
Beautiful image and tribute, well done.
Santa29Klaus
What an awesome sunset - and a very deer dedication to him. Sorry about your loss.... hope you and your family find peace in all the memories you have. A very beautiful picture - you should frame this...
flora-crassella
... accept my deep sympathy ....
rainbows
I am deeply sorry for your family's loss, dear Kimmers. A beautiful memorial. May god bless Ben always. Hugs. Di. xx
tetsu-pino
Very very beautiful!!! Excellent capture!!!
artaddict2
I don't think I have seen a sunset more beautiful Kimmers. A lovely dedication, so sorry to hear of your loss.
odie
It is stunning - and yes, I think you're right. He sent that sunset just for you. Fabulous catch over the gazebo. Best wishes for you and your family, Kimmers.
bebert
superb shot for superb dedication.
Alz2008
Beautiful image and tribute, Excellent well done..
jeroni
Excellent shot, fantastic details and beautiful light, my friend
drag
Sorry about your families loss, but what a stunning gift from the heavens above. And a special way to say good bye. Take care Kim.
jorgegallardo
beautiful capture both the photo and the memories! :0)
jonbg1
A wonderful tribute, Kim. My best thoughts to you all.
claude19
Here thus a very beautiful praise for one of your parents who could be made appreciate… Très beautiful sky setting! Take care of you Kimarie!!! Wonderful homage !
romanceworks
A glorious sunset and beautiful tribute to Mike's dad. The way he was a storyteller and sang songs to your girls really touched my heart. Much love to you and your family during this time, and to his widow. Hugs - CC
danob
So sorry to hear of his passing dear, and you have left such a wonderful sunset in his memory and my way to deal with loss is happy memories are better then tears.. Hugz
GBCalls
This is a beautiful dedication, I am sorry for your loss.
carlx
Wonderful image and tribute, Kim!!!
gunsan
Sorry to hear of your loss. Heaven showed itself from the most beautiful side, a wonderful shot and dei!
erlandpil
wONDERFULT ERLAND
Ultranova
Great tribute!
giareg
When some beloved to loss, I watch the sky, and I know that we will meet ourselves.
emmecielle
beautiful image and tribute! :)
Charberry
Sorry for your loss. This is a magnificent setting to remember your father-in-law with. (((((hugs))))
texboy
Beautiful, Kim, and grand thoughts, too. I know for sure they say goodbye to us: a mockingbird sang his/her heart out in the top of our pecan tree the day of my mother's funeral. Got the message, Mama!
CavalierLady
My deepest condolences to you and your family, Kimmie. God Bless you and give you comfort in the days and weeks ahead. A most beautiful and touching tribute.
flaviok
Me entristece sua perda. Um por do sol impar, tributo magnifico, aplausos mil It saddens me his/her loss. One for of the odd sun, tribute magnifies, applause thousand
geoegress
My thoughts are with you and Mike.