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of my son Born & Died on June 8, 2006. It is true... I feel that it is the worst pain & suffering anyone can ever go through... the loss of your child.

The tree in my thumbnail was planted in his memory.

I want to take this opportunity to thank all of you for keeping me busy this last month. I know you didn't know that's what you were doing but it was. I have enjoyed being here with all of you and I have enjoyed looking at all of your wonderful pictures. This site has been my escape from everything around me and kept my mind busy.

Thank you.

Also I want to thank you for all your kind comments & suggestions on all of my pictures and I hope to learn so much more from ya'll the longer I am here. I look forward to the future.

Thank you.

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snapshot3160
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8/23/06 6:53 PM

May God always walk with you and give you peace.

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TravLin Vicariously
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8/23/06 6:58 PM

I wish strength for you and your family. My prayers and thoughts are with you. I cannot imagine the pain involved, it must be just too much to handle at times. I hope if you need someone at any time, we can be there for you. God Bless...

- frustration

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Candice
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8/23/06 7:05 PM

I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. Many blessings!

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Lidljo
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8/23/06 7:05 PM

My sister lost a little girl 15 years ago. She also died on the day she was born. We talk about Lauren several times a year and I still think about her every time I pass the cemetery where she is buried. My heart goes out to you and I can imagine that this latest challenge has been hard for you.

- Flowers are happiness...

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james88
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8/23/06 7:06 PM

There is nothing I can say except that you will be in my prayers tonight belleboe..May the blessing of God be with you as I am sure it is with your little one....

- Let Freedom Ring

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Penny
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8/23/06 7:22 PM

I am so sorry for your loss.

- Smile

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jellybean
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8/23/06 7:25 PM

We will also think of you here. I am so sorry.

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javsmom
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8/23/06 7:34 PM

such a beautiful sentiment to plant a tree that will grow and carry a memory of your son. i too admire your strength... and i understand the need to throw yourself into your creativity right now... best medicine you could give yourself. love to you belleboe

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jennesaisquoi
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8/23/06 7:59 PM

An abundance of prayers for you and your family. I wish I had the words to ease your pain, but lacking that I will just let you know that we are here for you.

- Just a lazy daisy...

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laurajayne
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8/23/06 8:11 PM

i am so sorry for your loss, your angel baby will always be watching over you and helping you tend his tree.

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belleboe
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8/23/06 8:14 PM

Thanks everyone I have struggled with if I wanted to share this with you since the challenge was posted and everytime I thought about it my answer was Yes so I did and I appreciate everyone's thoughts & prayers I know I have only been here a month but it feels like so much longer, and lately I have spent more time here with you than anywhere else and it's just where I want to be So thanks.

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brotherbill54
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8/23/06 8:22 PM

Melvin Shedd III lived a lifetime in one short day. It doesn't seem long enough to make any difference, yet in here he has touched us all. And through your lens you will notice a deeper, more profound beauty than you ever knew existed. He has touched you deeply. Cherish that.

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Shirmon
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8/23/06 8:25 PM

So sorry for your loss.

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Sopris
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8/23/06 8:28 PM

So sorry belleboe! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

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Bobby
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8/23/06 8:54 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with you...if we could only understand the Lord's ways..but I truly believe that through photography we can share each others grief and pleasures...

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Pat Rutherford
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8/23/06 9:22 PM

So sorry for your loss. Thank you for feeling close enough to us to share your story. May the Lord comfort you and your family. It's so hard to lose a loved one, but photography also helped me during a time of loss. It helps you see the beauty in your surroundings when you would never have noticed it before. Please know that you are in my prayers.

- GallivantingPhotographer

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muddy
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8/23/06 10:14 PM

I am terribly sorry about your loss. I cannot imagine your pain. Thank you for sharing. I wish you all the best.

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LaPineian
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8/23/06 10:29 PM

This site has made me laugh so many times and now I sit hear with tears just streaming down my face for you. Take strength & comfort any place you find it & know you are thought of. Thank you for sharing Melvin with us all.

- Ledger & Me

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Texican
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8/24/06 2:34 AM

So much love. So much pain. Go in God's care.

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bugaboo
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8/24/06 3:08 AM

A beautiful tribute to Melvin Jr. Well done CB.

- hi there

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kitzi
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8/24/06 4:44 AM

I am so sorry...

- ©kitzi

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Pablo57
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8/24/06 5:13 AM

Our prayers are with you. My cousin also had a boy, Michael pass back to the spirit world the day he was born. I will never forget that day. We are all spirits living in the human form soon to return home. There is a purpose for all God's creations.

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loweho
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8/24/06 5:27 AM

Barb and I feel terribly sorry for you and your husband's loss. We can't imagine what it must feel like to lose a child and I hope we never have to. Our deepest sympathies, Belleboe!

- Fickle Finger of F8

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gaileyes
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8/24/06 5:35 AM

i'm so sorry for your loss. hugs.

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bullshoalsview
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8/24/06 5:54 AM

I am so sorry to know that you lost your precious baby boy. You and your family will be in my prayers too.

- Mozzie

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Pyro43
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8/24/06 6:03 AM

God gives us burdens, but God also gives us shoulders. There are many shoulders here at photographica on which you may lean. I share your grief.

- Mmmmmm... Multiplicative

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sceneangel
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8/24/06 6:04 AM

Some say those that come and go so quickly from us were just to pure for this world, already an angel. I am glad you found joy here and hope time will heal any sorrow you or your husband might feel in this loss. Blessings to you both.

- Cofie O'Longsight Clan

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JustPeachy
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8/24/06 7:18 AM

May God continue to comfort you and your family. *{{{{BIG HUGS}}}}* As Pyro said, use our shoulders when you need them.

- Good Kitty No More

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RobinG
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8/24/06 9:32 AM

I am so sorry for you and your husbands loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. A beautiful tribute. :o)

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lefteyeblind
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8/24/06 10:58 AM

what tremendous strength you must have to push through as you have, and to keep yourself busy with something you love doing.

- beauty in eyes of my son

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BusyB1965
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8/24/06 1:45 PM

Can't say much except to let you know that I know exactly what you have experienced (had the same thing to happen to me April 3, 1971), may you continue to support each other and know that there are so many wishing the best for you.

- Blessings

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ROCKADEE
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8/24/06 2:09 PM

Cassandra, I Am So Very Sorry For The Terrible Loss Of Your Son... He Is One Of God's Angels, ......God Bless!

- NATURE RULES!!!

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knepomuk
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8/24/06 2:24 PM

God bless.

- Meaning brings happiness

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belleboe
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8/24/06 6:58 PM

Thanks so much everyone for your kind words I really appreciate it.

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lifeonfilm
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8/26/06 8:52 PM

I just saw this post. You truly have my condolences! My best friend and his wife went through this. We like to think of it as a straight ticket to heaven without all the junk we have to go through first. God bless and keep you and yours!

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