About "Father and son" and Fanconi Anemia: a tribute to Noah
Yesterday was good to me: the image “Father and son” was featured in the Black and White photography group.
I took this photo in 2006 on a holiday with my ‘big and small men’. That little angel boy on the picture is my son Noah.
He passed away on new year’s day 2007, 8 days after his 3rd birthday, struck by a brain tumor, related to a genetic condition he had called Fanconi Anemia. To most people this name isn’t familiar, it is a rare illness… it affects the body’s DNA, making the cells fragile and susceptible to cancer, and often leads to bone marrow failure as well. Research has found obvious links to causes of cancer, especially breast cancer, in the general population. So progress and discoveries to fight the symptoms of Fanconi Anemia not only helps all the children who have it, but potentially all of us.
Anyway, I wanted to take the opportunity to tell about the great job the Fanconi Research Fund is doing. All profits made from the sales of this image and the few below are donated to them.
In Australia, donations can be made directly to Fanconi Anaemia Australia Ltd
or in the US to the Fanconi Anemia Research Fund
JuliaWright
First congrats on your photo feature Carole…and I am sad to hear your loss, God bless and may your little boys passing bring awareness to all of this terrible condition that affects many!
kangarookid
a most beautiful photo… i’m sorry about your son, it always breaks my heart so when ones that young pass away :’(... congrats on being featured, though…
udonchow
Indeed, “Father and Son” image is a beautiful and moving one :D Thanks for sharing something this close to your heart with the rest of us here, may your heart be blessed and comforted this day,Carole :D
liliana
Congratulations on your 4th feature Carole. It is a indeed a very beautiful shot of a special moment and a beautiful tribute to little angel Noah. The strength you show is truly remarkable. Bless you my friend. My thoughts and heart are with you.