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I Recreate My Late Father’s Photos To Reconnect And Accept His Passing
I came to Melbourne, Australia to study and found a unique way to reconnect with my father and also to accept his passing.
February 14th this year will mark my dad’s 3 years of passing away. It’s ‘sort of’ better each year… I still miss him a lot and very much, but over the years I just get better at getting out of the mourning hole. Recently I realized I have never got the time to let my dad’s passing to sink in and I never paid tribute to him properly. So I decided to pay a visit to the back and opened the drawer and pulled out few memories of my dad.
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February 14th this year will mark my dad’s 3 years of passing away
I still miss him a lot so I decided to reconnect and accept his passing in a unique way
I came to Melbourne, Australia to study and my dad visited Melbourne on 2011 with my mother
When he came back from the trip he showed me lots of photos he took on many tourist landmarks in Melbourne
I looked up some photos of my parents’ trip to Melbourne and chose several photos of my dad
I decided to go around few places in Melbourne and replicate his photos
I asked good friends of mine to help me take photos and travel with me
If you’re going to take anything from this story of mine is that, do not wait until it’s too late
I never really appreciate the times I traveled with my dad previously and I regret it
Go to places with your loved ones and live adventurous life together with them
I’m trying to let go of my dad’s passing, but I’ll forever remember him. He will always be a huge part of me, I am who I am because of him
So to all of you – go on your pace, let things sink in, let go and hopefully you’ll be able to smile as you reminisce
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CristinaHidalquez 8 years ago
I just want you to say that I love your idea. My father died 14 years ago and I remember him every day, but just a few moments because they would like to go on with our life for sure. Sorry for your lost and be strong!
ChrisyaSabaru (Post author) 8 years ago
Thank you! Glad you loved the idea~ I truly understand what you mean by saying that our fathers would like us to go on with our life. And that's exactly what I did. I right away shove his passing to the side and left it. But I never took time to let it sink in, and this is my effort to take time to let it sink. A little late but.. Better than never. I hope you stay strong too! <3
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Hippo 8 years ago
That's a beautiful and unique way to accept someone's passing. Sorry for your loss, and thank you for sharing this with us.
Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Thank you.. I'm glad you find it beautiful. And I'm more than delighted to share my story :)
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Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Thank you Richard. I sure hope he is~ :)
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Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Yes I edited the color of my father's photo. It was a choice. Just to emphasize his passing away and to differentiate it from my own photo. That is all :)
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Takahe13 8 years ago
Dear Chrisya, this is a really lovely idea and you have made a great representation of what was obviously an important experience for your dad when he visited. He would be so proud of you, and so touched that this has such significance for you. You are a beautiful young woman, and obviously strong too, hold those treasured memories in your heart, Lisa, New Zealand.
Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Hi there Lisa :) Thank you for the compliment. I sure hope my father is proud of me.. and thank you. I iwll hold on to it for as long as I can... sending love from Indonesia!
Load More Replies... Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Dads are true super heroes! thank you Rhon!
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SimonLouie 8 years ago
Love the idea! and great job with the photos. almost perfect matches. but best of all are the insightful words you wrote in between the photos. Thanks a lot and I hope this project's benefits continue for a long time
Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Thank you Simon! I'm glad you liked my writing :) I sure hope so too. I hope it'll be a kind reminder for people.
Load More Replies... Pamela 8 years ago
So sorry you lost your dad, Chrisya. That is a touching tribute to him. Sweet memories!
MichelleErba 8 years ago
The moment I saw this my heart fluttered, because I realized that this is exactly what I want to do to help me mourn my father in a positive way (unfortunately I have done a whole lot of detrimental things to myself in my grief!) .I lost my father 5 years ago, but his loss has not gotten one ounce easier for me, even with the passage of time. Thank you for sharing this, I am truly inspired.
Hippo 8 years ago
I'm so sorry for your loss... I hope Chrisya's idea helps you. Stay strong!
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Chrisya (Post author) 7 years ago
:") Hope you're spending more time with your family and parents
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ShaneTakitehanua 8 years ago
This is sooo beuatiful! I like photos that are taken on the same location but at different times! More to that, you have created an incredible memory lane to remember him knowing that stood on those exact same spots! Sorry for your loss! I lost mine 4 years ago and have barely any photos of him. I miss him dearly.
Chrisya (Post author) 7 years ago
Thank you! I hope you'll find strength also :")
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RichardRamirez 8 years ago
Sorry for your lost that's beautiful what you've done what a awesome idea thank you for sharing showed my best friend he just lost his dad a 9 months ago and he's gonna try it
Chrisya (Post author) 7 years ago
I hope your best friend finds consolation through the project :)
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CelineAbigail 8 years ago
Hi Chrisya! I cried just after reading this. I know I'm moving on with my life without him but I'm not sure if I'd already accepted it & let him go. I miss him everyday. I hope I can be like you & do what you did. Sorry for your loss too. With love, Celine from the Philippines
Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Hi Celine :") sorry to have made you cry. But I'm glad my story touches you in a way. I wouldn't say I've fully moved on, this project is one way for me to heal actually. Still on process, I hope both of us grow stronger each day. Love from Indonesia
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AimanMuneer 8 years ago
I lost my dad 6 months ago... am trying to get it to "sink in"... strangely, tonight I am sleeping in his bed in the guest room he lived in with us, when I saw your post. As everyone, I have regrets and trying to cope... your post gives me ideas and hope to console myself.
Chrisya (Post author) 7 years ago
Sometimes it still doesn't sink in within me also... I hope you're coping well. And you find consolation :)
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ChitruShrestha 8 years ago
loved the idea, very creative... you dad must be proud of you Godbless!!
Chrisya (Post author) 7 years ago
Thank you! I hope so too~ God bless you too!
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sunshineab 8 years ago
What a beautiful story. Thank you so much for sharing these moments with us. I a not going to take my dad for granted....and will spend more quality time with my kids. Hugs to you!!
NovenPanjaitan 8 years ago
Almos five times i saw your every single photos, Tapi selalu pengen nangis. Awesome Chrisya.. Proud of you dear.. I really want to do the same thing as you do. But my dad never traveled even to Bali before he passaway ㅠ_ㅠ... Love you Sya.. You really inspire me as well. God bless you God bless you and God bless you more and more and more...
Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
:") Thank you Kak! That's fine.. people have different ways remembering their loved ones anyway... You'll have your own way of remembering him in ways only you can do it. I think that's one of my favorite compliment... being inspiring. Thank you for saying so. Sending love and hug to you too kak!!!! God bless you, Kak Feli and adek even more! xo
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JohnMoreno 8 years ago
As a father of three daughters, all I can ever hope is that I made a difference in their lives. Your photos are touching and a lovely tribute to your dad. Wherever he is, I'm sure he's proud and grateful for you.
Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Hi John, I hope you're spending a lot of time with your daughters and I'm sure you're doing your best in making difference in their lives. I realize there are no manual book to parenting, so be true and honest and I'm sure your daughters will see that and appreciate your effort. And show them love, we love those :D And thank you. I sure hope he is :)
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CristinaHidalquez 8 years ago
I just want you to say that I love your idea. My father died 14 years ago and I remember him every day, but just a few moments because they would like to go on with our life for sure. Sorry for your lost and be strong!
ChrisyaSabaru (Post author) 8 years ago
Thank you! Glad you loved the idea~ I truly understand what you mean by saying that our fathers would like us to go on with our life. And that's exactly what I did. I right away shove his passing to the side and left it. But I never took time to let it sink in, and this is my effort to take time to let it sink. A little late but.. Better than never. I hope you stay strong too! <3
Load More Replies... Hippo 8 years ago
That's a beautiful and unique way to accept someone's passing. Sorry for your loss, and thank you for sharing this with us.
Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Thank you.. I'm glad you find it beautiful. And I'm more than delighted to share my story :)
Load More Replies... Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Thank you Richard. I sure hope he is~ :)
Load More Replies... Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Yes I edited the color of my father's photo. It was a choice. Just to emphasize his passing away and to differentiate it from my own photo. That is all :)
Load More Replies... Takahe13 8 years ago
Dear Chrisya, this is a really lovely idea and you have made a great representation of what was obviously an important experience for your dad when he visited. He would be so proud of you, and so touched that this has such significance for you. You are a beautiful young woman, and obviously strong too, hold those treasured memories in your heart, Lisa, New Zealand.
Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Hi there Lisa :) Thank you for the compliment. I sure hope my father is proud of me.. and thank you. I iwll hold on to it for as long as I can... sending love from Indonesia!
Load More Replies... Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Dads are true super heroes! thank you Rhon!
Load More Replies... SimonLouie 8 years ago
Love the idea! and great job with the photos. almost perfect matches. but best of all are the insightful words you wrote in between the photos. Thanks a lot and I hope this project's benefits continue for a long time
Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Thank you Simon! I'm glad you liked my writing :) I sure hope so too. I hope it'll be a kind reminder for people.
Load More Replies... Pamela 8 years ago
So sorry you lost your dad, Chrisya. That is a touching tribute to him. Sweet memories!
MichelleErba 8 years ago
The moment I saw this my heart fluttered, because I realized that this is exactly what I want to do to help me mourn my father in a positive way (unfortunately I have done a whole lot of detrimental things to myself in my grief!) .I lost my father 5 years ago, but his loss has not gotten one ounce easier for me, even with the passage of time. Thank you for sharing this, I am truly inspired.
Hippo 8 years ago
I'm so sorry for your loss... I hope Chrisya's idea helps you. Stay strong!
Load More Replies... Chrisya (Post author) 7 years ago
:") Hope you're spending more time with your family and parents
Load More Replies... ShaneTakitehanua 8 years ago
This is sooo beuatiful! I like photos that are taken on the same location but at different times! More to that, you have created an incredible memory lane to remember him knowing that stood on those exact same spots! Sorry for your loss! I lost mine 4 years ago and have barely any photos of him. I miss him dearly.
Chrisya (Post author) 7 years ago
Thank you! I hope you'll find strength also :")
Load More Replies... RichardRamirez 8 years ago
Sorry for your lost that's beautiful what you've done what a awesome idea thank you for sharing showed my best friend he just lost his dad a 9 months ago and he's gonna try it
Chrisya (Post author) 7 years ago
I hope your best friend finds consolation through the project :)
Load More Replies... CelineAbigail 8 years ago
Hi Chrisya! I cried just after reading this. I know I'm moving on with my life without him but I'm not sure if I'd already accepted it & let him go. I miss him everyday. I hope I can be like you & do what you did. Sorry for your loss too. With love, Celine from the Philippines
Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Hi Celine :") sorry to have made you cry. But I'm glad my story touches you in a way. I wouldn't say I've fully moved on, this project is one way for me to heal actually. Still on process, I hope both of us grow stronger each day. Love from Indonesia
Load More Replies... AimanMuneer 8 years ago
I lost my dad 6 months ago... am trying to get it to "sink in"... strangely, tonight I am sleeping in his bed in the guest room he lived in with us, when I saw your post. As everyone, I have regrets and trying to cope... your post gives me ideas and hope to console myself.
Chrisya (Post author) 7 years ago
Sometimes it still doesn't sink in within me also... I hope you're coping well. And you find consolation :)
Load More Replies... ChitruShrestha 8 years ago
loved the idea, very creative... you dad must be proud of you Godbless!!
Chrisya (Post author) 7 years ago
Thank you! I hope so too~ God bless you too!
Load More Replies... sunshineab 8 years ago
What a beautiful story. Thank you so much for sharing these moments with us. I a not going to take my dad for granted....and will spend more quality time with my kids. Hugs to you!!
NovenPanjaitan 8 years ago
Almos five times i saw your every single photos, Tapi selalu pengen nangis. Awesome Chrisya.. Proud of you dear.. I really want to do the same thing as you do. But my dad never traveled even to Bali before he passaway ㅠ_ㅠ... Love you Sya.. You really inspire me as well. God bless you God bless you and God bless you more and more and more...
Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
:") Thank you Kak! That's fine.. people have different ways remembering their loved ones anyway... You'll have your own way of remembering him in ways only you can do it. I think that's one of my favorite compliment... being inspiring. Thank you for saying so. Sending love and hug to you too kak!!!! God bless you, Kak Feli and adek even more! xo
Load More Replies... JohnMoreno 8 years ago
As a father of three daughters, all I can ever hope is that I made a difference in their lives. Your photos are touching and a lovely tribute to your dad. Wherever he is, I'm sure he's proud and grateful for you.
Chrisya (Post author) 8 years ago
Hi John, I hope you're spending a lot of time with your daughters and I'm sure you're doing your best in making difference in their lives. I realize there are no manual book to parenting, so be true and honest and I'm sure your daughters will see that and appreciate your effort. And show them love, we love those :D And thank you. I sure hope he is :)
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