1,000 Paper Cranes for Mary Anne
by Lydia

Comment by MarioPierre:
Wonderful image which deserves that YR.

And what you wrote is so inspiring. I do live everyday of my life like it was my last, every conversation I have with my fiancee, I have it as if it were my last and and my son... nothing is more important than taking in every single moment I have with him.

I like how you say 'really listen', that's something I've been telling people lately, to stop and really take in the sights and sounds, not just to be there but to BE THERE.

Like you are there for your friend. :)

Congrats and I wish courage and happiness to you and your friend in this difficult period.

1,000 Paper Cranes for Mary Anne
by Lydia

Comment by Kroburg:
First of all congrats on the Yellow. An amazing beautiful and colourful image.
As for your friend, really sorry to hear this. I don't believe in praying anymore but I really hope that the time she still has left may be blessed with love and friendship!
And for me, ever since my best friend died on the age of 36, I lived my life as if it could end any day. Enjoy life whenever you can is my life's motto.

Thank you for sharing all this!

1,000 Paper Cranes for Mary Anne
by Lydia

Comment by Nicht:
Lyra and I will be praying for her (and you).

Good question about what would you do with 2 years left - for me I wouldn't change a thing, except to try harder to spend more time with family and friends (which I already do). This because I try to live every day as if it is my last or one of my last. (Oh, there is one thing - I would pray more). I write this because often one will read the "what would you do if you had x years left" thing, but the truth is I am living pretty much like that and it is definitely possible. Just do it!

The movie About Time also has this message and puts it well into perspective.

Oh, congrats on the ribbon! It's a beautiful image. :)

Message edited by author 2014-02-26 01:56:11.

1,000 Paper Cranes for Mary Anne
by Lydia

Comment by Revecca:
Wow. Reading the story behind it, I am speechless.

What a beautiful way to commemorate your your friend as well as your friendship.

Very inspiring. I hope she finds healing and if nothing else, happiness in the days to follow.

1,000 Paper Cranes for Mary Anne
by Lydia

Comment by nam:
Oh my, Lydia. You both have my prayers. And I hope you and she see this win as a tribute to her spirit. Congratulations and hugs.

1,000 Paper Cranes for Mary Anne
by Lydia

Comment by Jules1x:
What a great photo! The scissors and lone, red crane makes the shot for me.

1,000 Paper Cranes for Mary Anne
by Lydia

Comment by grahamgator:
Love it; however My name does not have an "e" on the end, lol. Nicely done.

1,000 Paper Cranes for Mary Anne
by Lydia

Comment by Revecca:
Looks like a picture that the late sherpet would've appreciated.

Very beautiful and lively.

Live TV Debate
by Lydia

Comment by Tiny:
They look to real for realism.

Live TV Debate
by Lydia

Comment by Alex_Petrini:
LOL!