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This morning, as I tied an apron around my son's waist, I felt extreme sadness that he is profoundly disabled.

I am thankful he is not aware that he is missing out on all the wonderful things that life has to offer. I am fortunate that he is the most sweetest, gentlest young man who is happy within himself.

My son is the rose and my feelings are the thorns. He grows and blossoms, and on occasion one of those thorns gives me a sharp reminder of what I am also missing out on.






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29 comments:

  1. Petra RovereFebruary 22, 2015 at 12:03 AM

    Lovely written and true... as much as we are aware that the 'rose' we have is beautiful, that much those 'thorns' hurt...

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    1. Bright Side of LifeFebruary 22, 2015 at 11:23 AM

      Thanks, Petra. A bit of a pity party moment... but all okay now. xx

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  2. JenniFebruary 22, 2015 at 1:11 AM

    What a lovely photo, and what a poignant one with the message behind it for you.

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  3. Coombe Mill - FionaFebruary 22, 2015 at 3:05 AM

    The clarity on that rose is wonderful

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    1. Bright Side of LifeFebruary 22, 2015 at 11:24 AM

      I must admit that I was very happy with the outcome! :)

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2015 at 3:31 AM

    Love the delicate subject. They looks so precious =) #mysundayphoto

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    1. Bright Side of LifeFebruary 22, 2015 at 11:24 AM

      Thank you, pixiedusk. The flowers were a gift and they are really lovely.

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  5. JeanFebruary 22, 2015 at 5:35 AM

    I thank God for my son's blissful lack of awareness as well.
    Lovely, succinct way of putting your feelings XXX

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  6. UnknownFebruary 22, 2015 at 5:37 AM

    What lovely words, and a beautiful photograph too x

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    1. Bright Side of LifeFebruary 22, 2015 at 11:26 AM

      Thank you so much for your kind comment, Lyric Grace.

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  7. Looking for Blue SkyFebruary 22, 2015 at 5:55 AM

    Yes I totally relate to this, especially as Smiley is so like your son in many ways, and that photo is indeed gorgeous xx

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  8. dmdmFebruary 22, 2015 at 6:06 AM

    Nice parallel.
    I'm reminded, "Every rose has it's thorn..."
    Oxox

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  9. jazzygalFebruary 22, 2015 at 7:49 AM

    Lovely photo, and bittersweet words xxxx

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    1. Bright Side of LifeFebruary 22, 2015 at 11:29 AM

      Thanks, Jazzy. Luckily I kept my words to a minimum!! :) xx

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2015 at 10:58 AM

    What a lovely and simply beautiful post

    Thank you for linking up

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  11. Louise @ Little Hearts, Big LoveFebruary 22, 2015 at 1:58 PM

    A beautiful photo and what a beautiful albeit bittersweet reflection to go with it.

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  12. Floortime Lite MamaFebruary 22, 2015 at 10:14 PM

    OMG such a beautiful thought and photo
    So much love to you . I understand .

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    1. Bright Side of LifeFebruary 22, 2015 at 10:20 PM

      Thank you for understanding, K. Hope all is going well for you and the lovely men in your life. xx

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  13. Kim CarberryFebruary 23, 2015 at 1:55 AM

    Such a beautiful post!

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  14. Steph @MisplacedBritFebruary 23, 2015 at 1:43 PM

    STUNNING roses :-)
    Love it!

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    1. Bright Side of LifeFebruary 25, 2015 at 7:34 AM

      They are amazing roses.... and still going strong! :)

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  15. catFebruary 26, 2015 at 2:43 AM

    Deeply touched by your words Di

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    1. Bright Side of LifeFebruary 27, 2015 at 12:57 AM

      Thank you for stopping by, cat. I appreciate your comment. xx

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