It's interesting how important photos are. I flew down to spend some time with my Dad who is terminal. The thing is, he would always turn away when I pulled out the camera. Typical uncooperative man. This time, however, he let me take photos of him. I think he knows how much we will need them. Broke my heart.
Firstly - thank you everyone for the kind words and support of both myself and the family in question.
JanetG - I'm so sorry to hear about your mum, mine had a sub-arachnoid haemorrage which has resulted in swelling very close to the speech centre, so while she isn't unable to communicate, she does have to learn to talk all over again. I'm glad you've found a fantastic way to remember her.
Alex - she's been recommended for transferral to the Peterborough stroke rehab ward ASAP, so we're hoping she won't be at Addenbrooks for more than a few more days now, send me a text and let me know which evenings you're free and I'll try and get over after visiting hours.
Suzi - I can't even imagine how that feels, the knowledge that nothing anyone can do will help. I guess this is another instant where the skills we're lucky enough to have will hopefully help us in some way to remember them. I wish you all the best through what must be a heartbreaking time.
I never got to meet my father-in-law. I have shot several weddings where one parent is no longer there for one reason or another. I am pleased for the couple that they got to share the day with the brides mother. I would trade a lot to go back to even have met my father in law.
