While most of my photography centres around children and families, moments to document don't stop when children are grown. Themes of love and connection cut across generations and don't lose their importance as we age. When I was contacted several weeks ago by Wish of a Lifetime, an organization that fulfills wishes for older adults, I was so happy to have this chance to tell the story of one wish coming true.
Through their work, Wish of a Lifetime, allows us to connect to inspiring stories and helps to shift the way we talk about aging. I was excited to be able to show the beauty in it and to preserve the moments for the couple I worked with in an honest and personal way.
Margo and Gerry were married 47 years ago in a small ceremony. At the time of their marriage, they could not afford a honeymoon and so, 47 years later, they finally got their honeymoon. The charming Rideau Inn B&B, provided the perfect backdrop for this couple to share some time together. Gerry had surprised Margo at Christmas with a romantic gift - a ring engraved with their names and the words "soul mates" that she proudly showed me. You could see the love and devotion they share for each other in their eyes and their gestures. They know each other through and through and there is such an ease and comfort that seems effortless along with a strong sense of humour that keeps things light. Lasting love, there is perhaps nothing sweeter.
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