Sessions like this are why I love what I do. It is why I keep doing it even when it is overwhelming and I feel like I might suffocate under the stress of it all.
I got an email on Tuesday. A very short message. A woman that wanted photos of her dog. She said she was in a bit of a hurry.
I told her I was booked but would try to see what I could squeeze in. She then told me that the urgency was because they weren’t sure their sweet boy would see next year.
We discussed some possible dates. She then emailed me late Wednesday night asking if it were possible to do the session Thursday since it was our best chance of decent weather and the sooner we do the session, the better.
I met her and her family yesterday afternoon. They were all so very sweet and the dogs, her babies were so loving and perfect and full of energy.
Meet Chip. Huge, playful, gorgeous and a dream to photograph.
Our session ended shortly after it started because it was obvious Chip wasn’t feeling well.
I got this email late last night:
“You are a photography angel. Timing perfect. Chip took his last breath tonight. It was heartbreaking. There was no hope that the vet could do anything, and we already knew this was coming. But boy is it hard. We remained by his side. It was bittersweet. You don’t want your loved ones to suffer, but letting go seems next to impossible. He had a fabulous day full of pampering and play time, and you were able to capture those last sweet moments for us.
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Oh Wendi… what an incredible gift you gave his family. Chip is a handsome boy and I’m sure he has left a huge hole in his family….
I think you mean a BOX of tissues. How sweet the pictures were and the email made it timeless. Wendi, you are truely blessed with a gift. I am very thankful to know you and have first hand experience with your gift of art with my family. I am still crying and not sure if it is bcI just took in 2 dogs today that the neighbor has abanded for the last 3 days or what…… Great JOB!
My heart hurt reading this. GOD works in strange ways. I’m so sorry Chips time came to an end. Dogs always know how much their mommas and poppas love them, I’m positive Chip knew this. This breaks my heart…
I didn’t think I would need the tissue but after reading it I definitely do. Very sad, I’m glad you got to give them this wish.
you know the situation I am in, and you know this touched the very center of my heart….i had to stop for a minute and catch my breathe…. i just stop, look at her, and hug her. I cannot think of what i’m thinking….. =(
Awww that is such a sweet story!
Again….*cry* what a beautiful puppy! Your pictures will be an amazing gift for Chip’s mom and dad!
What a touching story…..and a priceless gift for this family! Great photos of Chip.
Beautiful pics Wendi. What a priceless gift you were able to give, its sessions like these that make it all worthwhile! Great job!
Wow girlfriend! I am literally crying my eyes out right now. The pictures are beautiful! Our doggies are like our kids as well and it’s very touching. I can’t stop freaking crying! lol =) Awesome pics chica! I love them x’s 10
Awww…he looks just like our Reggie! Very sad story!!! Glad you were able to capture such amazing pics
So sad. Awesome job though.
GAH that wasn’t nice…now I’m crying. What a gorgeous, gorgeous doggy. You did a fabulous job!
This story brings tears to my eyes….really beautiful images of Chip. What a gift you gave them!