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In reply to the discussion: Dear DUers who have lost a child...I need your advice. [View all]Sekhmets Daughter
(7,515 posts)23. I buried a daughter 3 years ago....
Go to a photography store, if you can still find one, they can make copies from the photos. Send either the copies or the originals or a mix...(the copies won't be quite as good, but good all the same). Don't put your name on the outside, just an address. Write a simple note and place it in with the photos. Or as another suggested, a blurb about the individual photos.
Mom will cry, tears of joy and pain, but she'll be happy to have those pictures. I know I would.
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I think if it were me I would make copies of the pictures you have of her son. Let
southernyankeebelle
Feb 2013
#10
I have a 'forgive' bumpersticker and hope it reminds others, as much as it does me, when seen.
Mnemosyne
Feb 2013
#39
thank you for the love you give don. here is the thing. you sending those pictures to the mom,
seabeyond
Feb 2013
#15
Best to just let it go. If her memories are good ones, they should suffice and if not,
flyover22
Feb 2013
#16
Send them...and something else. You write beautifully. Add either inscriptions of where
JanMichael
Feb 2013
#18
I think the pictures will break their hearts, and they will love them. Why not give her a call first
robinlynne
Feb 2013
#28
Put the photos in an envelope, then enclose them in another envelope with a cover letter.
Plaid Adder
Feb 2013
#42
I'd say send them. The pain is there, and this may well give some joy as well.
nolabear
Feb 2013
#50