Courageous People

Oh, I looked at your photo and title and thought, "How true".    You did a wonderful job of documenting this part of our lives, while we are so lucky to have it, it sure isn't easy.  I like your blending and background and your title and cluster is lovely.  I especially like the hearts scattered around.  

YES they are courageous and so are the people sitting in the visitor chair with their loved one. My heart goes out to all of them. A big thank you to all the care givers who help these people. Super page of a difficult thing.

You did a beautiful job of scrapping a difficult part of life. I especially like your blending and your cluster with the word art and heart.

Super page, great photo, and I love the blending. Great cluster.

I agree with all the comments shared. All those hearts help tell the story you want conveyed in your page. 

Wow. I've just sat and stared at this for a while. Very moving to think about those who fill those chairs. And as Debbie mentioned their loved ones too. The artistic elements really stand out but what makes this page is the emotion and empathy it exudes. Really really good. 

I am the same as Amy above. I just stared at this and mourned for the brave ones who go through this ... Very deep, very reflective.

@Amy D @mimes1 @A-M @Florida granny @MariJ @Boatlady Thanks so much for your kind comments about this layout. A few days ago, I walked into a crowded room much like this one with my aunt, and I had to take a breath because I hadn't been in an infusion clinic since my mom passed. They were/are two strong ladies, surrounded by others facing the same challenges and their stalwart determination was/is humbling. Even the caregivers need their network of support, and I am so thankful for mine.

23 minutes ago, Celestine said:

 Thanks so much for your kind comments about this layout. A few days ago, I walked into a crowded room much like this one with my aunt, and I had to take a breath because I hadn't been in an infusion clinic since my mom passed. They were/are two strong ladies, surrounded by others facing the same challenges and their stalwart determination was/is humbling. Even the caregivers need their network of support, and I am so thankful for mine.

Oh.... it is so hard to relive difficult experiences, yet we do and I have to believe your Mom was with you both.  Strong women are humbling, yet we learn and grow from them and and continue their spirit.  And, someday when others call us the same it is humbling and somewhat surprising, because it's who we are, taught by the ones before us  Sending many warm hugs to you at this hard time. 💜

PS and from what you've shared it appears your own daughter follows along in helping and strong tradition in her work.  @Celestine

Some of the most wonderful people come to these rooms - and many become such encouragers and wonderful examples of people who hold up the light in the darkness. Love your cluster!

Beautiful and symbolic.