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05-JAN-2011 Mike Stobbs

Your Spirit Hangs In The Air Like a Ghost

Eight months ago....only eight months I stood by his bedside with the balance of his life in my hands. The minutes passed by like hours, tears poured like the spring rain.........
We would have to let Jared go.........His younger brother Jarvis and best friends Jordan and Evan watched as the nurse turned off the life support systems one by one.
The displays then went dark and silent, the early morning light just peering into his room.
I often wonder if he was able to hear our last words to him as he tried to take his last breath as the time passed very quickly in the last minutes of his life.
To lose a child is something one never prepares for, and as time goes on you never really heal.
I had a good visit with Jared today, we watched the sun rise over the grave yard, it was peaceful and quite with only a slight breeze.
Looking around you could see the odd animal track but the most tracks were to see Jared.
I’m sure lot’s of his friends came to see him at New Years as it looks like they made a heart shape around him in the deep snow.
I know as long as I’m able to get around I will come to see him every month, and every month I will capture a digital memory. You may not see some of those private moments
But I will be there, yes I will be there.
Rest easy Jared.....and I will be back next month

Nikon D700 ,Nikkor AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED
1/8s f/8.0 at 14.0mm iso200 full exif

other sizes: small medium original auto
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Paolo Peggi (aka Bracciodiferro)06-Jun-2011 20:24
Incredible work.Voted!
Paolo
Guest 07-Jan-2011 02:28
Jared rests in a very beautiful spot. I know he is with you every shot you take, every moment of every day. Please know that your pbase friends hold you and your family in our hearts.
Jim Larkin06-Jan-2011 20:23
He heard you. I really believe that. When a good friend of mine died, he hung on until all of his friends and family made it to say goodbye. 15 minutes after his last son arrived at the hospital, he died. You can't tell me that he didn't know what was going on, even if he couldn't respond. Great shot Mikey. You are a great dad.
Inga Morozoff06-Jan-2011 03:54
Those quiet moments you speak of are surely to be treasured.
Cindi Smith06-Jan-2011 03:45
Your love always pours out when you speak of your son! My prayers and hugs go out to you. I saw the pain in my parents eyes when I was sick so I have a feeling I know some of what you go through. I know he is with you everyday and one day you will see him again!
Steve Mockford06-Jan-2011 02:20
Touching words and a fine remembrance Mike.
Ed Preston06-Jan-2011 01:38
Our prayers are still with you Mike.
pkocinski06-Jan-2011 01:26
Peace to you both...
Glenn Dean (Vatorman)06-Jan-2011 00:45
Very touching words Mike…and as always, our prayers are with you.
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