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Last Hot on 16 Jun 2009 in Gender Roles

by Melinda Smith

Uploaded 22 Nov 2008 — 9 favorites

© Melinda Smith

My aunt is 79 years old. She has alzheimers.
My cousin applies makeup for family photos. She doesn't realize what's being done to her. Is it the woman's duty to look her best no matter what?

8 responses

  • Lise Utne

    Lise Utne gave props (22 Nov 2008):

    Beautiful and moving.

  • David de London

    David de London gave props (24 Nov 2008):

    D'accord.

  • Shawn M

    Shawn M said (27 Nov 2008):

    Real, excellent work.

  • Alice

    Alice said (7 Dec 2008):

    This is a great portrait and a perfect entry for the theme...well done!

  • Joel MacPherson

    Joel MacPherson gave props (13 May 2009):

    touching shot.

  • Karen Zimmerman

    Karen Zimmerman   gave props (5 Jun 2009):

    A difficult, beautiful and moving image. Touches my heart.

  • Andrea Petersen

    Andrea Petersen gave props (6 Jun 2009):

    Oh my heart goes out for you...A beloved Aunt of mine who had been a school teacher for many years was stricken with Alzheimers after she retired from teaching and she passed away in May of 2004 ...I know this was a difficult picture to photograph as so many memories linger of this vital woman who she was in her prime and those are the memories you have to hang on to...God bless you!

  • claudia luthi

    claudia luthi gave props (23 Jun 2009):

    my vote!

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