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The Final Trip to the Vet ~ RIP Sassy ~ 1995-2012
The Final Trip to the Vet ~ RIP Sassy ~ 1995-2012
klkitchens


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Challenge: Free Study 2012-08 (Advanced Editing VII)
Camera: Apple iPhone 4
Date: Aug 7, 2012
Date Uploaded: Aug 9, 2012

 My 17 Year Old Baby's Final Trip to the Vet ~ 08/07/2012 ~ RIP Sassy

Sassy was 17 years old. We got her in August 1995 as a six week old kitten. Unfortunately August 7, 2012 we had to take her to the vet one final time to relieve her pain and she's no longer with us.

We had to do this once before but that was a clear cut necessity. This was much tougher to take and I bawled like a baby several times. I had taken a shot the day before of her, but this one was more poignant.

This shot was taken with my iPhone and the lights are the sides of her pet carrier. Seemed to give it a sci-fi look. This is just minutes before she was gone.

I wanted to use this spot as a tribute to Sassy who was a loving and faithful friend.

I thank God for the time we had together.

Statistics
Place: 114 out of 246
Avg (all users): 5.6897
Avg (commenters): 7.0000
Avg (participants): 5.6629
Avg (non-participants): 5.7778
Views since voting: 511
Views during voting: 204
Votes: 116
Comments: 14
Favorites: 1 (view)

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09/07/2012 06:32:50 PM
She Knew
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 09/07/2012 04:51:39 PM
Without the title I would just assume the cat was mad about being in the carrier. Can't help but read a different mood after seeing the title. Just lost my 19-year old cat a few weeks ago. My condolences.
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 09/07/2012 04:13:59 PM
That's sad, scary.
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 09/07/2012 09:45:01 AM
This one hits home since about 10 yrs ago I had to let my 19 year old kitty go. I'm sure Sassy had a good 17 yrs.
  Photographer found comment helpful.
 09/05/2012 10:26:18 PM
Really? This is a sad personal moment. But 17 Years- thats a lifetime to cherish.

Message edited by Manic - as requested.
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 09/05/2012 02:33:03 PM
It sort of looks like Sassy is on the set of Star Wars. I'm sorry to read about your loss.
  Photographer found comment helpful.
 09/05/2012 01:17:12 PM
My condolences on the loss of Sassy. I've had to put several cats down. It was never easy. This almost looks like the a scene from 2001: A Space Odyssey.
  Photographer found comment helpful.
 09/05/2012 11:13:28 AM
That's sad.
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 09/04/2012 08:40:11 PM
I am so sorry for your loss....
  Photographer found comment helpful.
 09/03/2012 11:29:49 AM
Great expression. I like the lights/grill on either side. Border does not work fro me and draws my ee away from you subject. Use the KISS prionciple on borders.
  Photographer found comment helpful.
 09/02/2012 09:51:21 PM
Very sorry for your loss.
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 09/02/2012 08:00:31 AM
I'm going through the entries, stopping at those images I feel have had the benefit of an unconventional eye and dwelling a little longer to try to see and appreciate what you saw. This is one of those images.

Positives: Poignant title offers a lens through which to see this image. It's difficult to remain objective, though that matters little as there is much to like here. The clarity of the face and the alert gaze is excellent but I am most impressed on how you have retained detail in the shadows. The vents of the box are transformative to the image, adding depth and context - without them, this would be far less engaging.

Critical stuff: Some won't like the prominent border.

Overall: A fine tribute.
  Photographer found comment helpful.
 09/02/2012 02:22:23 AM
Sorry to hear that, but a beautiful farewell picture.
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 09/02/2012 01:30:13 AM
The title definitely makes this shot a higher vote ..not a cat person...but losing any pet sucks...my condolences...8
the shot is well composed and the black and white treatment was a good choice IMO
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