As a football photographer who started out shooting my sons sports you grow to love other players. Some of these boys are like my own who I couldn't love any more.

One of those boys passed away two days ago. Tyler was a gentle giant off the field and an animal on the field. I loved him like my own.

Today I'm grateful to be a photographer because I have hundreds of photos to give Tyler's parents.

Thanks for looking

Beautiful tribute Julie. What a wonderful gift to be able to give his parents. jusshel39 · 2011-12-19: 19:38

Wonderful tribute but sad that someone goes so soon mystic1 · 2011-12-19: 21:12

What a wonderful set. His parents will greatly appreciate them. julieh4813 · 2011-12-20: 15:03

What an awesome gift, Julie!! As a parent, nothing would bless my heart more. Beautiful pictures. IShuttertoThink · 2011-12-21: 16:06

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