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Love, Loss and Survivorship

In April, I wrote a post about a Flickr friend of mine whose teenage son, Martin, was dying of cancer. Many of you commented on the post or sent me private emails extending your thoughts and prayers to both Martin and his father, Malcolm. Malcolm was very appreciative of the outpouring he received, including that of the readers here, and has stated many times in his pictures how helpful this has been for him. Sadly, 17-year old Martin died just days after I wrote that post. Since that time, I’ve kept tabs on Malcolm through email and have witnessed his grieving as portrayed in his photography. Now Malcolm has written his story for the Utatan, where it is posted under the photojournalism tab, and he’s graciously allowed me to offer up a link.

Please click here to see a sampling of Malcolm’s photos and to read, in his own words, about his journey.


5 Comments

Thank you for keeping us connected with Malcom (and Martin).

Emil (we met at the last concert in the park at Bird Park)

Posted by E'l Roy on 16 August 2007 @ 6pm

That was beautiful, what he had to say.

Posted by Trasi on 17 August 2007 @ 4pm

What a truly sad story, but still creative and unique way to deal with this loss.

Thanks for keeping us connected.

Posted by san on 17 August 2007 @ 6pm

I have seen this post many times, but never checked it out - mostly because I think the idea of losing a child is just too painful for me to think about. Finally today I clicked on the link and read his beautiful words. It was an amazing read.

Posted by Paida on 18 August 2007 @ 5pm

It is an amazing story, and difficult to read. But I think he tells the story so well. And some of his pictures just speak for themselves. I especially like the one of him pointing at the viewer. It’s killer.

Posted by Aaryn on 18 August 2007 @ 6pm

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