Gone Fishing by shadownet
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Many of you have heard already from Jenny's beautiful post, my dad finally passed away after a 12 year battle with COPD. It was not entirely unexpected as he only had one working lung and it was not in very good shape. His great passion in life was fishing. I did this picture for him many years ago. And one of my brothers, fortunately, liked it and had it framed (I am bad about not keeping my work so much of it is lost over time). But dad liked this picture and it reminded me of how he loved to fish. He is now Gone Fishing in the great Bass (that was the type of fish he liked fishing for most) Lake in the sky.
Over the years so many of you who have gotten to know me were aware I went through this with my Mom, taking care of her, only to then have my dad need me within a year or two after her passing to help take care of him. It has bee a long, and often sad, road to walk but I would do it all again for them. I thank all of you who have been my friends all these years for the support and encouragement your friendship gave me. Anyone who has had to deal with a long term illness and caring for someone on a 24/7 basis understands just how special those friendships can be. The list is too long to mention everyone. But I definitely have to thank Jenny, who has been more than a work partner but a best friend all these years. I could not have made it without her support. Kenneth has also been a good friend to me and we worked together for many years and he often had many words of encouragement for me when I was feeling down or just needed some cheering up. But so many others here, have also been so supportive over the years, and I thank all of you so much!
Big Hugs!
Rob
Comments (18)
tetrasnake
Lovely!
gaius
If I judge by our mails and by what you said in the past and say today, I'd say you are a man with a big big heart and this is why without knowing you better than this (we never met), I must say you are a very good friend of mine, generous, discrete, open minded...You know by my e.mail how sorry I am.
lwperkins
This is so nice and I bet this is what he would hope Heaven is like--peaceful and lovely. Hugs back!
RodS Online Now!
Rob, that painting is soooo beautiful, and I have to tell you it brought a few tears. My dad also loved fishing, and this brought back a lot of wonderful memories of going on fishing trips with him. He loved nothing better than hooking a big ol' bass. Perhaps they are both sitting on a river bank with their lines in the water, discussing the qualities of different fishing lures..
That's a path I've definitely walked with loved ones, so I know what you're feeling, my friend. You are in my prayers for healing and comfort.
Jenny is a gem and a shining light in the darkness. Although I've never met her in person (yet), she's been a wonderful friend for over 9 years. She's one of the first friends I made when I began this amazing journey into the 3D / CG world, and she's been so kind and supportive and an inspiration ever since.
I wish you peace and healing, my friend, and you dad will always be with you.
rbowen
Very beautiful image!!! He will be with you always in spirit. Your love and kindness are very touching. Thank you for sharing. Hugs!
FurNose
What a beautiful picture! I lost my dad a few years ago. Though he wasn't physically ill, he became more and more paranoid in his last years. This made it pretty difficult to talk with him or do things. Though I could not (and luckily did not have to) take care of him 24/7 as you did, the last 3 or 4 years of his life where a difficult time for me since his mind drifted more and more away from our world and what we call reality into his crazy world of fear and pain. Funny, he loved fishing as well (do all the dads love fishing???) and I'm sure he would have loved your picture as well. I wish you a lot of strength and comfort in this hard time and i'm convinced that one day we will meet our beloved ones again. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
DukeNukem2005
Bravo! That's very beautiful! Fine!
bazza
My condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father and loved one, my thoughts go out to you all at this time. It is never easy losing a family member and someone you have looked after for 24/7 over the last years of their life. Fantastic work on this piece Rob and glad your brother liked it enough to kept it.
beachsidelegs
I am so sorry for your loss my friend your image is a beautiful tribute to your dad big hug to you.
bakapo
Oh, Rob, I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you. This image is such a sweet memorial and dedication to your Dad, the soft focus and coloring are beautifully done, may you find comfort in it, always.
I take care of my mom 24/7 now. It's hard but rewarding. Hugs to you for the work you did for your parents.
pixeluna
What a beautiful tribute and dedication to your dad, Rob. It's so heartwarming and at the same time it tugs on the heartstrings-- your dad has left a legacy to everyone around him. Although I haven't met him, all those things you said about him, how he likes to prepare food for his friends from church on Sundays, the neighbors and those fantastic family get-togethers in his home during the special holidays. He will surely going to be missed. You also had been a wonderful son who have given your all, caring for him through all those years. He is probably looking down from heaven right now and saying "thank you, son."
midnight_stories
Hang in there bro ! my thoughts are with you !
flaviok
Que tributo tocante meu amigo. Lamento saber de sua perda e como deve ser difícil para você que tanto se dedicou a ele.
TwiztidKidd
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. Keep being strong. It will hurt less and less but it will always hurt. One day you will be able to think of him and smile instead of crying. -Rick
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anitalee
Excellent
tyllo Online Now!
Awesome image! Thanks.
mapps
Beautiful image and dedication :-)