Tears and Laughter
Sleep is but a distant memory so I decided to look through some of the thousands of photos in my computer.
I stumbled across the photo shoot that I did with my girls in the October school holidays. I had set up a studio in my loungeroom at home and the girls dressed up and posed for the camera.
We had a ball as Axel would keep running into the shot or taking off with the tripod.
These are a couple of the images from that day.
There are tears streaming down my face as I remember this day with laughter and smiles…



dazgwen
Amazing memories captured that will never leave you. My heart and thoughts are with you, i’m glad you share these with us!!!!!!
robtclements
Teresa & i can only marvel @ your strength
Miss Misery
lovely images
Sarah Moore
Darren and Robert…thanks so much I am trying very hard to focus on the good…the laughter and the fun…being able to share some of this with all of you helps so much thank you.
Basia McAuley
I am so glad you have shared these with us. The images are beautiful and your memories even more so. Please take care… ((hugs))
Halcyon007
Beautiful images and memories. My thoughts are with you
Take care Sarah
Jeff Burns
Memories are the most precious thing is this world. They do indeed make you smile and cry at times. Hold on to them. Hugs to you!
Jeff
Nicole Goggins
such precious memories…
Sarah Moore
Wow – thanks guys, I was worried that I may be oversaturating you with my sorrow but now I’m glad I shared these with you.
Gregory Ewanowich
Such beautiful memories! I feel so sad for you, and you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength during this hard time in your life. So nice of you to share these beautiful moments with us all.
Darren Stones
Sarah, we simply can’t take too many photos of our family members.
Thanks for sharing your images and thoughts. Good to see you about.
Rosalie Dale IPA
How could you choose between the pics – there were so many fantastic shots of the little man that day!!! Just shows the value of taking photos – a good reminder to all of us.
Sarah Moore
Hey Mum, Darren and Gregory…you are so right when you are left with just images as a reminder suddenly hundreds are not enough. Tonight I took about 30 shots of Ty in the bath – the poor boy was blind from the flash.
marco britti
Hey Guys you`re doing a great great job.That`s the spirit you want !Comeback out there
scream it all out regardless and then time will heal as the screams will die out and sadnely you`ll see, you`re back to land where you belong.
Luvyoall!
skunk
Sarah, as Darren said, you can never take too many photos. Thank you for sharing :)
Jeff Burns
Don’t ever think for one minute that you can oversaturate us with your sorrow.
You feel free to always share with us. :-)
Rosalie Dale IPA
Poor Ty – I took pics of him today also!!!
jaycee
Those are special moments never forgotten… how gorgeous.
Ben Shaw
It’s never a bad thing to show everyone just how important your family is. Keep your chin up and keep the memories coming!!!
Christina Martin
Hugs to you for all the moments shared with us.
Kym Breeze
Sarah,Glen and family, wonderful shots and memories, such a sweet little man,best wishes to you all. take care. Kym
JLHopgood
a wonderful collection, memories of gold. Do what you need to do.
Trevor Patters...
Hey Sharah, its so good to see you on here. please don’t stop posting images of Axel, we were all so very touched by the tragic loss of Axel, and I’m sure we would all like to share any photos of him that you may have.
Daniel Rayfield
wow they are fantastic our blessings are with you guys please stay strong :)
Samantha Van S...
these are gorgeous photos Sarah.
Those memories are precious, and yes, every photo dear.
He was littler then, as little as a big baby can be.
Bill Fonseca
All these photos are beautiful memories that will stay with you forever Sarah. Thanks for sharing and poor Ty with all those flashes.
Barbara Sparhawk
Warms my heart so Sarah, to see you engaged in every part of the experience you feel for your Axel and not in retreat. You’re a woman of fine courage, and much loved. The way you are is wonderful, and helping your family (and us) deal with loss.
Christopher E...
poor ty..he’s going to be camera shy by the time he’s a teen! lol
some awesome photos sarah, and the best remedy for sorrow is to Talk about it!! share it, dont close yourself up. as far as expecting the tears to ever end, they probably wont, but in time, they will turn into tears of joy instead of unhappiness. in time you will be more grateful for having that little guy in your life, then the sadness of him gone.
so opening up, is a very good thing
getting angry is a very healthy thing, just dont let the anger control you
no one will ever know why it happened, why he was taken so soon
but you already know why he was here, to make you stronger, to make your family stronger..and that..he’s still accomplishing
great shots..my fav is the last one :)
Charl045
Sarah, I couldn’t agree more with Jeff… Even though we don’t know one another, we are still human, feel your pain and are so willing to listen to your heartache..I am a mother too and I can’t imagine losing a child. We did lose our son’s best friend who lived with us for 5 years after his mom passed, he was very bright, funny and brought much joy to us. That pain is still with me and after 11 years I still cry when I think of him…I”m so sorry for your loss and I have cried along with you..I’m glad you have this forum as a little relief for you… I will continue to keep you in my prayers.. the grief will never go away but hopefully it will ease as time goes on.. I thank God for your memories.. they are something to hold dear to your heart. How are your other children coping with this and your husband?...I will keep them in my thoughts and prayers too…
Robert Knapman
Hi Sarah. These are beautiful shots…thanks for sharing. Keep sharing .) Look forward to seeing you soon xo
anaphotography
Thanks for sharing these lovely moments with us…God bless you and your Family…
SnapHappy
what wonderful shots of your handsome angel, thanks so much for sharing these and your stories with us, we want to hear all about Axel
TrEaSuReDiMaGeS
Beautiful Memories!! I so admire your strength Sarah!! Continued prayers and comforting thoughts coming your way!!
S.I. Sheehan
I am honored that you have shared these precious moments Sarah….. ~S
Will Barton
Hi Sarah. Beautiful photos and beautiful memories. We’re here every day with you in thought and a post like this helps us to remember what a special little man he was. Thankyou for sharing your memories with us.
Douzy
Thanks for sharing Sarah… Great memories indeed, the ones Axel wants you to remember…
randi1972
Your pictures are beautiful, thank you for sharing them.
gordontant
wonderful memories for you to keep and share whenever you feel the need
Dan Cahill
These are wonderful images. I love them. I’m glad you found them and shared them with us. Axel must have had a grand time that day. Definitely hold on to the wonderful memories you have of your lovely boy. Please share your memories with us anytime. I love to see them.
Elaine van Dyk
Sarah, you are such a strong person. Your pain must be quite unbearable, and nothing will ease that but time. Those happy memories captured here are just wonderful, and the thought of what you and your family are enduring has brought tear to my eyes. I am so pleased you are able to share those moments with us.
jegustavsen
Thank you so much for sharing these photos.
Sharon Perrett
Hi Sarah
The tears are flowing again, am I regretting reading all these wonderful comments and the beautiful photos of Axel, no not one bit, if this helps ease your pain and grief then keep them coming, it is a way that many of us too far away can help you a little, in your time of need, and I like everyone else are honoured that you want to share these precious photos of Axel with us. You are a strong, brave woman, my thoughts are with you and Glen and your children…... God Bless you all
PhotogeniquE IPA
Dear Sarah and Glen
Just to say you are still very much in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Don’t try to hard to focus, let it happen in its own time. And don’t worry about over-saturating us with your sorrow. That’s what friends are for, even friends 1000s of miles away.
{{{{HUGS}}}}
Loredana Crupi
We’re here for you Sarah!
Scott Denny
Sarah…I dont know you nor have I ever met Axel. I am a big lug with a soft heart. I dont like to show it, but sometimes it sneeks out. Your postings and demonstration of your strength give me that choked up feeling.
I lost my sister in 1998, she was 28. She left behind a 7 and 9 year old. I dont understand Gods plans. I wont even begin to try.
I have prayed for Christ like peace and strength for you and your family. You being able to do what you have done with this post shows me God is at work and you have great strength.
There are 100’s if not 1000’s of people who have become aware of Axel through this site. Your demonstration of Christ like strength is helping many, probably more than you would ever truly know.
I respect you. I appreciate you. I honor your character.
Press on through Christ.
Scott
Paul Tupman
Hi Sarah, these are a gorgeous set of images and obviously treasured memories.. Keep getting out the photos, talk about Axel and never let those memories fade. My thoughts are still with you and your family today.
Paul
darktarot
Sarah,
I joined redbubble just a few days ago and discovered one thing about it. The people here are genuine in their words. You have caputred the soul of the children and were kind enough to allow all of us to get to know Axel.
I am the parent to 2 small boys, one 2 years and one just 8 days old.
They are my life.
Though I have not lost a child, I still feel your pain.
As with everyone else, my thoughts are with you and keep the phots coming.
With that, not only will Axel live in your heart, but in all of ours.
Dennis
San Diego CA USA
DeeprBlue
Sarah…..please…NEVER…question your needs to release, share, speak, vent, express….ESPECIALLY here….this is what it’s all about. You’re capturing exquisite pain and love and memorializing it for us all to share with you. Every experience, sadness, grief, terror, joy, exctasy(sp?)....all of our emotions MUST be let out in whatever form releases us….I relate to your loss in a similar manner, as you know….and I still cannot write about it or share it in any form…emotional, artistic, etc…so don’t second guess what you need to do right now…remember that you are an artist…and as such, you need…rather…you MUST let it out.
Anf you don’t have to put on a brave front either….sometimes we just need to be vulnerable and weak and allow ourselves to feel it…better to have others that understand this being with you, yes?
Love and admiration always
DB
TeresaC
Sarah this is Teresa here Robert Clements girlfriend just dropped in to say that the most beautiful essence and impression your angel came to give to you and your husband, is the very one you both hold ever so dear in your hearts for always. There he will always be for you. But of course all these wonderful beautiful images help too. You are a wonderful inspiring person and trust that you are both doing fine.
Warmest wishes dear heart may the blessing be
Judith Oppenhe...
Sarah, my partner was diagnosed with breast cancer in November and we just got news that she needs another surgery and chemo, and its been hard for me to do any shooting or hang out here (or anywhere) ... your courage gives me courage, i’m grateful that you watchlisted me this evening so that i came to your site and read this journal entry. if you can be strong, i can certainly be strong, pain is relative but your loss does put things in perspective. keep your chin up, your pictures are beautiful and so are your memories, thank you so much for sharing. Judith NYC
storm22
These are beautiful shot and wonderful memories to hold stay strong, many prayers are sent your way.
Tracey Bransfield
Believe me …... we all have shed a tear or two for you and your family. We are all human and need to support each other through times like these. I can only hope that knowing sooo many people care, brings you strength and hope.
Beautiful, beautiful pictures!!!! Thanks for sharing….......................XXOOOO