Capturing Memories That Last

Had a fantastic day taking Rita’s (a friend of mine) dogs photos. We were both laughing so hard. Doing the dogs photos were just like taking little kids. lol After awhile Bernie wouldn’t even look at me…boy was he mad.

Chris loved Dr. Pepper and Chez-its….her lunch. We all had a toast with Dr. Pepper held at 2 pm in Chris’ honor. Here is a collage Jane made with a few photos sent in.

One of Chris’ wishes was no funeral….so the family had a Celebration of Life instead.

“Celebration of Life” for Chris Monaghan is April 10th @ 5pm-whenever. 513 New York, Holton, Kansas Bring a lawn chair. There are three hotels in Holton so you might want to reserve quickly! There will be beer provided…until we run out! Come celebrate the life of Chris with family and friends.

It was a hit! I don’t think Chris realized how many friends she had. Here are a couple photos from the Celebration. Most of the people in these photos are her family members.

As you can see I haven’t written anything lately….I needed to step away. My friend Chris finally made the decision she just could not fight anymore and believe me she doesn’t give in easy.  Cancer didn’t win until she decided she couldn’t do it anymore…so no cancer you are not the winner. Here is her obituary.

Chris Monaghan
(August 6, 1959 – March 27, 2010)

HOLTON – Chris Monaghan, 50, of Holton, passed away March 27, 2010 at her home in Holton. Chris was born August 6, 1959 in Junction City, KS. She moved to Holton at age 13 and has been a resident ever since. Photography was her passion; she was an active member of the Mpix photography group and has left behind a legacy of photos for her family and friends. She married Galen Monaghan on May 21, 1977; he survives. She was preceded in death by her sister, Diana. Chris was the proud mother of Danyel and Michael and the grandmother of Jordan and Gabrielle of Holton. Survivors include both parents, Jim and Pat McRae of Chapman, KS; her sister Lorie and husband Bruce Kufahl, of Galveston, TX; her sister Jayme and husband Randy Mavrovich, of Holton. She was also the proud aunt of 7 nieces, 1 nephew, 2 great nieces, and 1 great nephew.

There will be a family visitation at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Holton on Tuesday, March 30th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society or Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 1034, Holton, 66436.

This is a special bookmark I made for my friend Chris who is battling cancer. Stay strong Chris and keep fighting.

My friend is in the hospital right now in icu fighting for her life. Please send all the prayers you can her way! Chris…don’t give up!

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Just a few photos while I was out being bored. I need to get back to taking photos more often but the cold weather puts a damper on it. I was trying some black and white conversions for Mpix. (Click on images to view larger.)

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This is the image I  chose for the assignment. I received the most votes and a free print. I ordered a free print for Jenni, the dental hygienist whose photo I took.