From the 1978 book by Mark and Dan Jury called "Gramp." I don't own this book yet, but I'm working on it. The book tells the story of the death of an 81 year old retired coal miner as told and seen through the eyes of his grandsons over a three year period.
The thing I find so touching in this photograph is the look the young man is sharing with his grandfather. It's one thing to care physically for an elderly grandparent. But, relating to the people in our care can be challenging sometimes. But, that is just what's happening here. It's a glimpse into a moment of incredible humanity. Amazing, amazing photograph.
The other thing I love about this is the power conveyed without intricate composition, staged props, tack sharp focus, the right f-stop, etc. It's a fuzzy focused f8 and forget it kinda deal taken in spartan surroundings, and it's just amazing. No pixel peeping necessary. If you are getting hung up on all that stuff, go back and grab a disposable camera and do some focusing on composition and subject. It can help a lot.
This book is out of print now. But, I don't want this photograph to be lost to the public. What do you think? Am I gushing too much over this?
I wish I could read the book right now! The photo is great as is, heartwarming. Thank you for sharing.
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Thanks for the note. It's much appreciated.
DeleteThat is truly an amazing photo. You're definitely not gushing too much.
ReplyDeleteSorry to take this long to respond to your note. I started this blog and then life got in the way. Glad it moved you as well. Thanks for taking the time to reach out.
DeleteGreat photo. Keep gushing.
ReplyDeleteSorry to take so long to reply. Thanks for the encouragement! I'll have to get back on this. :)
DeleteNope, not gushing too much at all... It's truly, truly beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your impressions Hannah. Thanks for the note.
DeleteI know that you posted this over a year ago & probably already obtained a copy of the book, but I wanted to let you know that Amazon has several used copies of this available for resale. You've probably already gotten the book, but I was very moved by this photo & decided that I would like to own the book as well. Thank you so much for sharing this. It's is just so very beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the note buffi. Actually, I never did get a copy. I wrote these few posts, and then haven't kept going. Thanks for the tip. I'll go check that out.
Deletegood share. thanks.
ReplyDeleteSorry for the late response. Thanks for your note, nance.
DeleteThank you so much! If you hadn't found this pic to be special to you, we never would have seen it, and the family may be touched that you are touching more people with their story. The book should be reprinted. The picture is an amazing sight, unexpected and warm.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your thoughtful note ferne. Do you think we could get a thank you card together, and mail it to them? That sounds like a lovely use of the Internet and USPS.
DeleteThe picture is so heart warming. A grandson caring his grandfather, that my friend's is PRICELESS!!!!In today's times,seem like young folk's, dont even see, there grandparent's that often.
ReplyDeleteAlso they pick on the elderly.
I learned at a very young age,that you alway's respect your elder's,and treat them with respect!
I use to work in the nursing field,since i was 14 year's old.
I really grew to love the elderly,and as a cna/first responder, i loved taking good care of them.
I worked at the Wellstead, in Roger's Minn. as a cna!
I loved my work,and the residents loved me.
They told me such wonderful story's about the great depression,and how they survived on such little income.
To talk and listen to them,its better then reading,a history book, because they lived it.
Due to a major set back, my dr's dont think, i will ever be able to go back, to any kind of job.
So with the faith in God,and severe hardship, you tend to really look @ people,and know who's there for you,and who isnt.
Still my struggle goes on, but i keep close to the eldery. I have to have more faith in God, I have faith,but do not understand, why at age 50, did i have a stroke.
But when God closes a door
he opens a window, I guess i'm still waiting for that window to open.
But with my faith,and all i learned, from the elderly, I know God will never fail me.
God Bless all my faithful friends and Family...
Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts, Corena. I agree that we have lost our way in how we relate to and care for our aging family and community members. They have so much to offer us. Hope that window opens for you soon.
Deletethis is beautiful. and so touching. i don't think something like this could be gushed about too much.
ReplyDeletethank you for sharing this. it brightened my day :)
~Abigail
http://sweetergetsthejourneyblog.blogspot.com/
This is beautiful! Thank you for sharing.
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