Ikuko

Ikuko

Just over six months ago, we said goodbye to my father due to a rare illness. And just yesterday, almost in the blink of an eye, we also lost my mother-in-law, once again to illness.

She possessed one of the most radiant smiles I’ve ever known.



The formalities of Japanese funerals are often overwhelming so I make no apologies for hiding behind the camera. Over the last 24-hours I’ve taken some of the most meaningful photos I think I will ever take. Most of them, of course, are suitable for sharing on social media.

Life goes on, smiles will never be forgotten. Especially when there’s a camera around.



One response to “Ikuko”

  1. […] I mentioned in this previous post, my mother-in-law passed away last week due to an illness. She had been ill for a while so her death was […]

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