Barbara and Reid

Barbs-Painting

My sister, Barbara became a young widow at age twenty-nine. She had two children she had to raise by herself. After many years, she married a widower named Reid. They had a delightful time together. She felt the love and fulfillment she had missed for so long. After about thirteen years, Reid suddenly passed away. The day he died, I started painting this portrait. I hope it gives my sister some comfort and some wonderful memories of the past.

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Comments on Barbara and Reid

December 25, 2013

Ellen Clyde @ 6:31 pm #

It’s beautiful, Tom. I’m sure it will bring her much comfort now and in the future. Merry Christmas to you and yours.

David Owen @ 9:12 pm #

Beautiful, Tom, and a wonderful gift.

Chuck Slack @ 9:19 pm #

I think this is a great picture of a happy couple. Reid was a very fine person whom I felt very close to. He loved and took good care of Barbara.

December 28, 2013

Susie @ 2:46 pm #

A wonderful remembrance! You did a great job on it, Tom.

January 10, 2014

Margaret Slack @ 1:18 pm #

It is even more impressive to see the actual painting. Thank you for capturing Barb’s expression in your fine portraiture.