23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Last Dreams - Goodnight to my Mother

On this day, my sister and I had met with the hospice people who took my mother on as a patient. With the pain and relief medications hand delivered, I went into her room before leaving for home to pack a bag for a stay with her and my sister's family. I kissed her on the head and wished her sweet dreams and then cried all the way home.

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Date Taken: 04.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: San Clemente, California, United States of America
Copyright: © Diana Clevenger-Stephens