Guidance is a photograph by Donna Blackhall which was uploaded on May 4th, 2015.
Guidance
My mom still holds my hand but now instead of her hand being guidance for me, my hand guides her through a labyrinth of dementia hallucinations. I... more
Title
Guidance
Artist
Donna Blackhall
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
My mom still holds my hand but now instead of her hand being guidance for me, my hand guides her through a labyrinth of dementia hallucinations. I pray her visions are those of comfort and that those she reaches towards are loved ones.
Uploaded
May 4th, 2015
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Comments (9)
Mick Anderson
What an expressive capture, Donna!! You've captured a lifetime worth of memories in this one image... :)) F/V
Heather King
OH MY DEAR Donna, this is the most beautiful touching endearing photograph i have seen, i just love the description as well...i'm so so so sorry for what she and you go through, dementia is terrifying, i used to work with the elderly, so i know first hand. BLESS your beautiful heart! sending you so much love and light F/V/L
Donna Blackhall replied:
Thank you dear Heather for your beautiful heartfelt support, I really appreciate it :)
Aurelio Zucco
Poignant idea for a shot and so excellently done...a beautiful and moving composition of such emotional depth...amazing work, Donna! L/F
Michel Verhoef
Awww...your best work yet...this stays with you ...it makes your bond to her immortal ! So touching and beautiful Donna. It brings you strength you will need now and in the future...
Donna Blackhall replied:
Thank you Michel for your moving and kind words and yes I'm trying to capture these last precious moments with her.