I've always loved this picture of one of my cousins. It was taken in my Gran's back garden - probably by an aunt of ours. That's my 'trike' she's endeavouring to ride, and I can still feel the curve of the bell push under my thumb, and hear its tinny 'tring-tring'.
I learned yesterday that, at 83, she has been diagnosed with lymphoma, and it seems there may be secondary tumours. But when I talk to her on the phone, she still manages to retain her girlish sense of fun. I think that deserves a special
Sepia Saturday tribute...
It took ages for the image to appear, but it was well worth the wait!
ReplyDeleteI can see why it’s a favourite!
ReplyDeleteThat is a keeper photo for sure.
ReplyDeleteIn my early days of teaching, they had a tricycle race for the teachers. I didn't get very far -- took about two peddles and split my pants wide open.
What a great photo - I am so sorry to hear about the lymphoma. This is the kind of photo that sticks with a person for life. Thank you for sharing it.
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ReplyDeleteLovely photo. Such a happy, care free looking smile.
ReplyDeleteA lovely tribute indeed Pen.
ReplyDeleteA spirit or sprite moment captured by the camera! Very nice indeed.
ReplyDeleteThat's a nice tribute. It's hard to imagine her at 83 when she looks so young in the photo.
ReplyDeleteI love old pictures ... and knowing that she still has that same sparkle present in the pic is heartwarming, really. She is in my thoughts and prayers, now.
ReplyDeleteThat's a fabulous picture. She looks like someone who would never lose that spirit.
ReplyDeleteShe looks fun . I'm sure her friends and family will rally round in great numbers to keep her company on the road ahead .
ReplyDeleteI hope it all goes well .
What a great Photo Jinsky! Makes you just smile when you see her smile :) I will keep your Cousin in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteI can still feel the curve of the bell push under my thumb, and hear its tinny 'tring-tring'...
ReplyDeleteYou are ever a poet! :) And yes, she seems to have a zest for life that I am sure will help her deal with even awful lymphoma - God Bless her!
That picture is so full of joy. I'm sorry to hear that your cousin is ailing. I hope she has had a good life? She looks the sort of person who makes the best of everything?
ReplyDeleteHappy moments like these are treasures for a lifetime.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great photo. I agree with Fran...she looks as if she could never lose that spirit.
ReplyDeleteIt's rare that a single photograph captures as much about a person as this one does. Particularly precious to have it in hand right now, a lovely tribute to your cousin.
ReplyDeleteSuch a very fun shot. So full of joy and laughter. I hope she still can find moments of that same joy amongst what she's facing.
ReplyDeleteIt looks as though she has great spirit and full off life, so it's especially sad to hear the news.
ReplyDeleteI had a trike very like that as well. Now you mention it, I can hear that bell too.
What a fun photograph. She looks like she would have been fun to be around. So sorry about the lymphoma. Her good attitude about it will help.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic smile and fun image. Your cousin is in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteIt is a lovely, happy photo of your cousin. The girlish sense of fun that you describe in the post, comes out in the photo as well. I am sorry to hear about her illness, and pray that God helps her to brave this illness.
ReplyDeleteAn absolutely beautiful portrait, and smile.
ReplyDeleteShe deserves such a tribute for looking so young and hopeful and happy. And she deserves such a tribute for staying positive in the face of the challenges that have befallen her.
ReplyDeleteA great photo, she looks so mischievous and full of fun. I'm sure she will fight her illness with the same vigour.
ReplyDeleteI wish her well. I remember those thumby cycle bells; wish I could find one for my adult trike! Great photo.
ReplyDeleteLovely photo, great fun and timeless
ReplyDeleteAnother appealing photo, Penny. Hearts go out to your cousin, I'm sure.
ReplyDeletewhile i wince looking at her on that tricycle, as she might have pulled a muscle there, or something... but she deserves more than a salute. how about a BIG group hug?
ReplyDeletegood luck to her [but you mentionned secondary tumors...].
let's remain hopeful!!
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A beautiful photo Pen. Wonderful that she is able to keep her spirits up in the face of serious illness. God bless her.
ReplyDeleteLovely tribute to your cousin. Her strong spirit is standing her in good stead, by the sound of it.
ReplyDeleteHa! A Splendid Photo.What A Warm Smile.I Bet She Would Never Let Anything Get In Her Way.
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