As a family, I think we are trying to consolidate the Vernon we knew over the past two and a half years to the Vernon we had as a father before that. We have already grieved so much of our loss. But now that it’s the “season of remembrance,” its been interesting to think about the man he was before that. It’s a strange time. I feel like we must say goodbye to two different men, almost. Photographs help make sense of things.
I’m so glad that my sister in law Nicole took these pictures of us three years ago in the house we lived in at the time.
I’ve been looking so long at these pictures of you
That I almost believe that they’re real
I’ve been living so long with my pictures of you
That I almost believe that the pictures
Are all I can feel — Robert Smith, The Cure
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Wow Allison What a wonderful treasure those pictures are! It was good to remember the Vernon before the accident and see him when he was fully functioning – thank you for sharing. We think of you all day long.
LOVED seeing these photos again. Yes, they are a special gift.
What a handsome man, I’m so very sorry for your loss, Allison.
wonderful, beautiful memories for you all. hugs and prayers…
Wow…. what great memories and you’ll treasure those pictures forever. They do put a smile on my face even at a sad time. I truly know that you loved him with all your heart and he loved you the same. That’s a gift in it’s self.
Treasure
Cherish
Love
You are so wise in choosing your memories. I too am doing the same as my husband had Alzheimer’s for the last 10 years of his life….but oh the joy and pictures of the 60 years we did have together continue to shine through the hard spots.
God is so faithful…as you well know. Blessings my young friend!😍 Cindy Smith
I’m so sorry to hear that about your husband. Sounds like you had a very rich long life together…and still are.
Absolutely Precious!!
I’ve never met Vernon, other than through your blog, but his love for his family was always very apparent, as it’s echoed in these pics of his life before. Thank you for giving us a glimpse into the beautiful connection that you each had with him. That’s what makes a real man – the capacity to love his family so deeply.
Praying for you and the kids, Joe, his sister Vanessa and the extended family as well. xo
I loved seeing these pictures again… I remember the day they were taken. How precious these photographs are-just full… of so much love.
You’re all just so precious xo
What beautiful photos and treasurd memories! I love the way in which you have chosen to mourn.
Beautiful pictures of all of your family. Hold on to them for a long time.
Becky
Precious family photos!