Toughest edit session I've ever done...
Here are a few pics of my new Grand Nephew. His name is Levi, and he's 5 weeks old here. The little fellow had a heck of a time after birth and was in the hospital for the first 3 weeks.
He conquered those hurdles and came home to his parents. Two weeks and everything was well. I got a call that they were over at my parents house, so I grabbed my camera gear and my lighting bag and headed over to meet the little fellow.
By the time I got there, I only had about 15 minutes to set-up and get some shots before they had to go pick-up his sisters at school. No body was expecting a photo shoot and non were eager to have their pictures made. But, I convinced his mom, my dad and my mom to sit for a few shots.
Three days later, little Levi was in the hospital fighting for his life. The doctors say he has brain damage from lack of oxygen, and the part of his brain affected is the part that tells his body to breath.
We don't fully know his prognosis, but the doctors say that if he makes it, he will never be anywhere close to normal and will have to wear some type of monitor to go off when he stops breathing.
Well...
The images that I took that day have been requested by my family. I sat down and edited them today. Suffice to say, this was the toughest editing session that I've ever done.
I'm posting Levi's images and this story to request a prayer for the little guy if your so inclined...
He conquered those hurdles and came home to his parents. Two weeks and everything was well. I got a call that they were over at my parents house, so I grabbed my camera gear and my lighting bag and headed over to meet the little fellow.
By the time I got there, I only had about 15 minutes to set-up and get some shots before they had to go pick-up his sisters at school. No body was expecting a photo shoot and non were eager to have their pictures made. But, I convinced his mom, my dad and my mom to sit for a few shots.
Three days later, little Levi was in the hospital fighting for his life. The doctors say he has brain damage from lack of oxygen, and the part of his brain affected is the part that tells his body to breath.
We don't fully know his prognosis, but the doctors say that if he makes it, he will never be anywhere close to normal and will have to wear some type of monitor to go off when he stops breathing.
Well...
The images that I took that day have been requested by my family. I sat down and edited them today. Suffice to say, this was the toughest editing session that I've ever done.
I'm posting Levi's images and this story to request a prayer for the little guy if your so inclined...
Randy
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Praying for him right now.
I am just so glad you have these photos for them.
He sure is a sweet little guy.
May he and your family have healing and strength through this.
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You did a good thing. They are beautiful pictures that I hope will be cherished. I wish the best for Levi and the family.
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The images are beautiful. I'm glad you were able to make them happen.
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Second, thank you for sharing your story---I can't imagine how difficult it was to edit and share... However, for me personally, it serves as a reminder---taking photos is important, but, it's JUST AS IMPORTANT to be IN photos. Kudos to your parents and kudos to you for that persistence!
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Now for the photos. I love them all, but the ones of him with mom are my favorites.
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Again, Thank you all...
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This is exactly what I was thinking and will be praying that this is the case.
the photos are lovely Randy. Glad you convinced them to have them done. Levi looks so peaceful with his Mother.
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Praying for the Lord's will be done in his little life. Praying for complete healing.
Keep us posted on him please!
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No doubt these are very special images.
I pray the doctors are wrong and I hope your family finds comfort in knowing that there are many here wishing you all strength.
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I'm glad you grabbed your gear and took those beautiful shots of little Levi and the family.
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I too send my very best wishes to Levi and his family. He is in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you and your family find strength in love and in faith.
Your images are wonderful as usual and they help us to understand about how special Levi is.
I truly hope for the best, and I know that you've already helped with your images and with your caring.
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May God give you and your family strength, clarity, and care for you all.
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Update 11/17
Levi has undergone another scan and testing. It has now been determined that he DOES NOT have brain damage that the first scans showed. The doctors don't know why the change, but I think we do!
He is still in the hospital, but is doing well at this point
I want to thank each of you for your prayers and support. I believe it helped make the difference.
Well you've gone and made my day.
Everything else just seems like small potatoes doesn't it?
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