and then she snapped: wordless wednesday, but with words

My brother, Pete, passed away three years ago today. Unexpectedly. I remember when my sister called to tell me. She was sobbing, not wanting to believe the news. He was our brother, but in addition to that, he was her very best friend. She came over to my house and we called our Mom. At work. Can you imagine? Being at work and getting news like that? I'll never forget that day. Feeling like I didn't know what to do, but that I must do something. I only have good memories of Pete. And I get to see him in Camden all the time. Camden has his Uncle Pete's excited personality, and he looks just like Pete did at his age. And that I love.

This is Pete's tree, the one we planted in our backyard in his memory.

linking up with you capture {spring}

Here's my confession:
I don't really "get" wordless wednesday. So let's call it what it is. Around here words are totally ok, and actually encouraged! So if you like words too and want to link up your wordless wednesday, but with words, please do. And if it's Thursday by the time you get around to it, well heck, that's ok too.

24 comments:

DanyelleApril 20, 2011 at 7:31 AM
I can't even imagine what that loss must feel like, but you are very fortunate to only have good memories of him.
SuLeeApril 20, 2011 at 7:54 AM
I am so glad all your memories are so sweet of Pete....he will live forever in your hearts and minds. LOVE you my dear friend!
BeckyApril 20, 2011 at 7:58 AM
I'm so sorry for your loss, I can't even imagine. What a great idea to plant a tree in his memory. Beatiful shot!
- Jessi -April 20, 2011 at 7:58 AM
I'm sorry for your loss. I know how you feel, in 4 years we have had 2 deaths in the family and multiple friends pass. All we can do is remember the good memories. That's a beautiful tree and picture with the light rays, just beautiful.
HeidiApril 20, 2011 at 7:58 AM
This is an absolutely beautiful shot and you and Clare are absolutely beautiful people. Take care today sweet friend.
Lisa NoelApril 20, 2011 at 8:05 AM
great shot!
Lift Like A MomApril 20, 2011 at 8:19 AM
Wonderful, yet very sad story. I'm sorry for your loss. I know if I lost my sister, part of me would die with her.

Love this shot and hope you have a good day.
Ashley SiskApril 20, 2011 at 8:20 AM
I can't even imagine that - for a while, I always wondered when I would get that call (my brother has lived a rough life). But I'm glad that Camden has his spirit!
MarciApril 20, 2011 at 9:14 AM
I am so sorry for your loss but the tree is a beautiful memorial to your brother. That is a great shot--gorgeous golden lightl.
aliciaApril 20, 2011 at 9:15 AM
What a beautiful photo. So, so sorry for your loss. What a horrible way to get that kind of news.
SusanApril 20, 2011 at 9:26 AM
Oh my...

Happy Spring to you!!
StephanieApril 20, 2011 at 9:55 AM
What perfect timing for your tree to bloom every year. Hugs to you!
NancyApril 20, 2011 at 10:09 AM
RIP Pete! As you know, I know what it is like to lose a brother...but Jim and Pete will always be in our hearts and on our minds!
Love you guys!
NicoleApril 20, 2011 at 10:21 AM
I'm sorry for your loss. I know it hurts. Honestly, I do. Just remember the memories and hug them each moment. Big hugs!
Moments and ImpressionsApril 20, 2011 at 10:32 AM
Oh my goodness... bu heart breaks for you and your family.

What lovely way to pay tribute to your brother... with a gorgeous growing tree. Thinking of you and yours today.
Jessica MonteApril 20, 2011 at 10:47 AM
The light in that shot is gorgeous. And that is what I really found so beautiful in this photography. Amazing!
Simon April 20, 2011 at 10:51 AM
A beautiful image...how nice for you to have this growing living thing to remind you of someone so dear....and to see your brother in your son, must be true delight.
JennyApril 20, 2011 at 10:59 AM
Love you Rach, and I'm thinking of you today. The shot of the tree is incredible. xoxo
~ NoelleApril 20, 2011 at 1:05 PM
So sorry for your loss... I could not even begin to know what you are going through...
The plant is beautiful and a great way to remember... through life!
HUGS to yoU!
Lorina MeadeApril 20, 2011 at 3:29 PM
Beautiful shot of the tree. Am thinking of you today! Love you friend!
UnknownApril 20, 2011 at 4:49 PM
What a beautiful tribute to your brother! Thinking of your family on this difficult day!!
HalieApril 20, 2011 at 8:05 PM
A lovely tree for all the lovely memories. I won't say I'm sorry for your loss because I know that part of your brother still lives in the hearts of all of those who knew and love (I can't say loved as well, because he's alive in your hearts even if he's not with your family) him.
BrookeApril 21, 2011 at 7:23 AM
I am so sorry that you lost your brother so unexpectedly. Those are the super tough ones. Sounds like you have many good reminders of him though. HUGS!
Nicolasa @ {My}PerspectiveApril 21, 2011 at 5:10 PM
Beautiful picture to share in remembrance of your brother. How wonderful that you're son has his spirit!

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