Being a parent is the greatest challenge, the most sacred service, the most noble development.
Once the children grow up and live their own lives, can we sit back? Maybe. But we will always be their parents, they will always have the most special place in our hearts.
When a family moves to a foreign country with children, they take on a big task. Most of the time, they are fighting the everyday challenges for the children, for something good for them.
It was a gift to see this family reunion. The children, now grown up, all grew up in New Zealand. Each of them has their own family and has become children and lives in another city or even country. Their parents changed their lives forever when they left Indonesia many years ago.
This family reunion was full of joy and love. I am so grateful to get the opportunity to capture these important moments in this beautiful family’s life.
Candid moments from a family reunion in Christchurch. Documentary family photography for real memories.
