I have known Elaine and Ellen my whole life. I grew up with their sister, Karlene. And their mother is my mother’s dearest friend. Whenever I see Ellen and Elaine, they are as full of love and innocence as they were as little children. And they never forget anything. Apparently years ago I took a picture of them and promised I would send it to them. I have no memory of that photo, or it’s location, but recently when I asked if I could take their portraits, they reminded me that I had never sent that picture. I asked them if they would forget that picture if I sent this new one to them. They promised me they would.
Ellen and Elaine were blessed with an incredible family. Their parents have given them a full life, and they have blossomed. But recently they showed how strong they are. They watched, with courage, as their mother slowly left them. Cancer took her away from them. This photo is dedicated to a mother who is missed daily. A mother who gave all she had, not only to her family, but to her friends, and to people in need. Hers was a life of service. Thank you, Darlene, for making the world a more beautiful place.
And thank you, Ellen and Elaine for living a life without guile. You too, have made the world more beautiful
