Mother's "Windows to the Heart" Photo Collection
About This Collection
These 17 photos of flowers and grass were taken by my mother on June 30, 2025, during her solo walk. Despite mobility limitations, she carefully photographed these subjects while deliberately avoiding buildings and signs in the frame. This was not a result of looking down while walking, but rather a conscious effort to respect privacy and focus on nature's beauty.
My mother took these photos specifically for this project, using a retired Galaxy A23 5G that I gave her as a lightweight camera. The device automatically uploads photos to Google Photos, ensuring the memories are preserved even if the device is lost or damaged.
The Philosophy of "Windows to the Heart"
"The flower photos you take during walks are automatically uploaded to Google Photos. Even if the retired Galaxy A23 5G breaks, the photos will remain. If someday you can't walk anymore and want to see flowers, the photos you took today will become windows to your heart."
This concept represents more than simple photography. As we age and our bodies may weaken, even imperfect photos can help us remember the moments when they were taken, preventing aging from destroying the freedom of our hearts. These images serve as a bridge between present capabilities and future needs, ensuring that dignity and connection to beauty remain accessible regardless of physical limitations.
Photo Collection - June 30, 2025
Captured between 6:00 PM and 6:18 PM during an evening walk
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Technical and Artistic Context
These photographs were taken with careful consideration for both privacy and artistic expression. My mother, who studied traditional Japanese ikebana (flower arrangement) during her university years and achieved master-level certification, brings her fundamental aesthetic sense to this work despite any limitations in photographic technique.
The choice of the Galaxy A23 5G as a lightweight camera reflects practical considerations for someone with mobility limitations, while the automatic backup to Google Photos ensures these "windows to the heart" will remain accessible for future reflection and comfort.