Sunday, January 10, 2010

I Heart Faces - Best Face Photo



This week at I Heart Faces, the theme is Best Face Photo. It has to be a photo that was taken in the past few weeks.

I chose this photo of my husband and son saying good-bye in the office of the Army recruiting station last week, as my son shipped out to Basic Training. My husband's face says so many things. His eyes say that he is remembering when this brave young man was a tiny tot and then a toddler...and then a pre-teen, and then a teen. It says that he is struggling with his emotions as they embrace and say good-bye. It says he is proud of his son and wishes him every success. My son's face says he is struggling to say good-bye to his family and start a new life in service to his country.



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13 comments:

  1. Oh! God bless them both .. and you too. Such a diffucult thing to do in this day and age. Thanks for sharing such a special moment.

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  2. Wow! the emotion in this picture, even without your description, is incredible.

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  3. Yes, a very strong and meaningful photo! :)

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  4. Incredible photo! Hugs and prayers to you all.

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  5. oh wow. this is goosebump worthy stuff right here. Excellent entry. Really, this is a face that says everything without a word.

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  6. Wow, brings chills. Best wishes to all your family.

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  7. This is such a touching photo! They both look so proud. Extra prayers heading your way!

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  8. well, may God richly bless your son for his service. i am so thankful that he is willing to sacrifice and serve for me and my family - to keep us safe. what a blessing he must be to you and your husband. now one face missing from your post - is yours, mom - thank you for posting this touching photo, and please pardon my rambling :)

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  9. Oh my gosh!!! Karin, I had no idea you were doing this!!! Wonderful shot of Ryan and Dad. Hope you win!!!Praying for Ryan daily!!!
    Lisa

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  10. Wow, amazing! God bless your boy and your family as well. Thank you for sharing.

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  11. Awesome picture. It reminds me of an army television commercial. Please say thank you to your son for wanting to protect our country.

    Thank you for visiting and for reminding me the original purpose of my blog, leaving a legacy for future generations. You can read more about my childhood memories under the category of Herstory.

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