I like to capture candid moments through photography or video. You know, those little snippets of life that show more than a posed photo or choreographed video ever could. For me it’s always been about capturing the real you, not the Xerox copy of yourself that you put forth for all the world to see. And I’ve gotten some great shots of loved ones over the years, not only in documenting my own life but also of those that are close to me.
So I watched and videoed Dad ever so carefully moving his chair to a shady part of the yard last weekend. He was carrying the chair and using his hemi-cane with the same hand, something that would have made us and his therapists nervous two months ago. However; I thought, I’m watching him, if something happens I’m right inside. Let’s see how he does this. Click on the link below to view the video.
If you watch, there’s a moment when he reaches the spot he likes, where he pauses for a moment to look around. I can only imagine what he was thinking, because it was a gorgeous morning, his backyard overflowing with spring. Then he opens the chair. Resilient as ever, he uses his right arm to help open it, something I thought humorous. We always find a way to get things done if we are determined enough don’t we? Dad is most determined. It’s the surest sign that he won’t let this stroke get the best of him. And neither will I. Enjoy.
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