Uncle Watching Over You
I simply adore this photo.
Here’s my son… Kane, my life, my love, my everything… in a beautiful candid moment of happiness. And in the corner hanging on the wall, captured in a young family portrait of mine is his uncle Adam, my sibling, my idol, my friend, my caring, brave and incredible big brother!!
My world shattered when my brother died at the tender age of 27.
I find it so hard knowing that Kane will never truly know & experience what an incredible beautiful, courageous and special Uncle he had.
Kane is so very much like Adam, he’s looks similiar and already acts similiar in ways.
This shot bought tears to my eyes – the first time I’ve seen the two together and it was caught by chance.
This will always be dearly treasured.
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Michelle *
What a touching story! I am sorry to hear about your brother…..you’ve just about got me crying too and I don’t even know you. Your son does look like him, and I’m sure it keeps the memory of your brother alive every time you look at him. This is a stunning shot by the way, love the DOF.
Pip Gerard replied
thanks Michelle.
Since losing Adam the harsh & very real realisation and fear that someone you love more than anything in the world can be taken away at any time was something I had to come to terms with. Since Kane was born and my heart was permanently moved to the outside, unprotected side of my skin I found it hard to come to terms with the fear of losing him too. But I feel I’ve come to terms with it somewhat. If I hadn’t have lost Adam I know I wouldn’t always stop to appreciate & be very conscious of the small, precious moments with Kane like I do. Don’t get me wrong… I can’t stand the thought of ever losing Kane… but at least if I did I know I’ve been conscious and thankful for every single moment with him. And for that I can thank my brother Adam.
Pip x
Michelle *
Thank you for sharing your story, yes we can take for granted everyday our kids, our husbands and our loved ones. It sometimes takes a story like yours to make us see how gratefull we should be for every new day….Thank you stax :o)
Lorna Gerard
Gee Pip, buckets of tears, thanks, very poignant you express yourself so well. it is terrific to hear these things. Love u always. Mum xxxoo
Pip Gerard replied
my ability to express myself and look at things the way I do is honestly mostly thankful to you…. my best friend, my healer, my teacher, my beautiful Mum! xoxoxoxo
Lorna Gerard
Oh Pip, thank you so much sweetheart, you know I love you dearly and I am proud and thankful that I am your Mum and we are able to share our lives together, I have been very blessed to have you. I know that Adam loved you dearly also and I am sure is applauding in heaven your achievements and watching over you and our lovely Kane. We were lucky to have him in our lives.
Pip Gerard replied
very lucky. xoxo
Cora Wandel
Pip, it was an emotional read for me, what a loving, caring, wonderful sister your brother Adam had. Tell Kane as much as you can about his Uncle Adam. Keep his memory alive, let people know his spirit since his person is no longer with you. – Cora
Pip Gerard replied
When Adam first died I wanted to shout it out loud for all to hear and have the world stop and take notice that this man that I adored was gone. I found it so hard at first that everything around us just kept on going like it always did. I always wanted to talk about him and let others know about him cause it helped to make me feel like he was still present somehow. But I found at times some people didn’t react well to me talking about someone who’s passed away. I think it may make them feel uncomfortable and not know what to say – I can understand that. Now I keep my healing words to my journal and will have a good chuckle or cry over a story about Adam & remembering his wonderful traits with family and close friends.
But when moments such as this photo arise… it’s when I feel proud to shout from the rooftops about my beautiful brother Adam :)
Thanks Cora for your kind words of support. x
Nancy Chambers
WOW, you’ve brought me to tears. What a treasure. Had I not known that was a photo of your brother I would have thought it to be one of your son. Wednesday will be the anniversary of my sisters death, my daughter is JUST like her..they act the same, and have the same ‘attitude’, which is a good thing. I miss her daily so I truly understand the pain you feel. She left behind 4 children, whom I cared for until they were grown. My heart goes out to you! God Bless.
Pip Gerard replied
thank you Nancy….they do look so much alike don’t they.
I’m very sorry to hear that you lost your sister… although a part of life not an easy one is it.
You were amazing for looking after the children but I’m sure you wouldn’t have even had a second thought about it. You deserve huge credit and recognition though for taking on such a huge change which life threw your way all the while grieving the loss of your sister. The strength you would have gained from all that would be incredible.
I hope Wednesday is a beautiful day filled with love and happy memories.
Pip