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)
Memories that even I can feel ... such beautiful words that are only overshadowed by this amazing and awesome capture.
What an awesome goodbye! Stunning- just stunning, Kim. My condolences to you, your husband and your family. I do see God in this incredible sunset. Thank you.
he's just saying seeya...wonderful dedication, Kim
accept my deep sympathy
Superb sky. Very good shot and tribute.
Fantastic colors, light and mood. Excellent and very impressive shot. A wonderful tribute.
This is a stunning picture and a really touching personal story of loss, and I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you.
Soooo lovely and sorry for your loss....hugzzzzz
Great image and dedication.
Sorry to hear of your loss but glad that you and Mike got to share this sight KM.
Sorry about your loss. This is a wonderful tribute to a loved person. Excellent done!
Wonderful picture and splendid tribute my friend.....!!!!
wonderful tribute and so beautiful
Absoloutly stunning and a fantastic tribute to a well loved man xx
Excellent shot and tribute!!!! Beautiful work Kimmers...
Outstanding shot and tribute, so rich in color and emotional in nature.
Gorgeous capture and great dedi. My condolences on your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss. That skie is the best I have scene it's unebievable and beautiful :) Cathy xoxoxo
Amazingly beautiful! My condolences to you & the Family! Hugs!
Touching tribute and awesome "God rays" as they are called in the 3D render world!!!
Beautiful dedication:):):)
Beautiful image and tribute!!
A glorious sunset and a definite sign. How wonderful you were able to capture that moment to pass down for generations. Thanks for sharing your story and for posting your tribute to a special man. I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is one of the most difficult things we have to face in life. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Wonderful image and lovely tribute.
I´m sorry about your family loss. Great tribute...
Awww sorry to hear of this real sad news :'( But I must say,... this sky is beyond Gorgeous Kimmers! R.I.P. Father in Law... and wishing you all the best. :-) Mike
What a wonderful way to remember someone you loved and to look at this daily who be a great thing for the children I have a great photo of the moon my nephew sent me via cell phone one night of my sister (his mom))when she passed we could swear we saw her smile)) its amazing what mother nature hands us,and then again what some may miss :: stunning photo kimmers::big 5++
i AGREED TO BUSI2NESS !! I'M SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS !! MY CONDOLENCES TO ALL THE FAMILY !! I PRAY TO YOUR FAMILY !!
Indeed, a fitting farewell from a great man of the WW2 generation. Your skilled eye captured the right moment. My condolences to Mike, you and the family.
An awesome sunset and photo. So very sorry for your loss. May God comfort your family in this time of need.