equal measure

In every life there is a beginning, middle and end. The circumstances of birth begins ones epic story of life on earth. Spattered throughout childhood are the tales of mischief, and merriment, making friends and picking sides. Adolescence provides action and suspense as we navigate through the perilous waters of puberty and first loves. The middle of life is an ongoing process of discovery as ones self image is defined with confidence, while profound experiences of love and loss are woven throughout the years.

Illustrations © Barbara J Holzapfel

And then.. the end. Not a trivial aspect of life, nor the pinnacle, but an equal measure of importantance as every other moment in ones lifetime. Death isn't just the end of life, it's a part of ones life story.