A tough decision...

[Randi]

I can understand how you feel, but you know her best. I think you should accept it. Perhaps you can do something to help her at another time. Or take some fantastic photos of her and her family. I'm sure she'd love that.

[sasvermont]

My vote: Accept the camera as a gift from a dear friend. Money is just that....money. I, too, would share an inheritance with friends in need. Your camera seems to be your one form of happiness and entertainment. Your friend seems to be as kind as any one person could be. Enjoy her friendship and accept the gift. Not everyone is lucky enough to have such a friend.

And of course, let us see your new photos with your new camera!

You are worthy! <------repeat after me.......

[momcat]

Hi Kirsten,
I have to agree with everyone here. Accept the camera, this offer is coming from your friend's heart because she cares about you. Your PT friends look forward to all the pictures you so graciously share with us, your visit to the zoo, the countryside, and I remember the pictures of your town - looking at them was like actuall being there with you.
And you DO deserve this and every other good thing that comes your way. You have always come through as a kind and caring person, there's no question that if things were reversed you'd be doing the same for her!
I hope you'll let us know what you decide to do.

[Alysser]

Kirsten, this post made me a little sad. Of course you deserve it! Not only do you have a wonderful gift and brilliant eye, you are such a sweet kind person. You've been through A LOT recently and I believe you deserve it, as does your friend. If she's offering this to you, she is obviously a true friend and really believes in you and your passion. I think you should accept the gift as well.

Please don't feel like you are a useless individual, because that isn't true in the slightest.

[phesina]

I agree with everyone else, Kirsten. Please accept your friend's fine gift. This is a blessing for you and her both.

[Kirsten]

Thank you everyone so very much for your support, and your kind words... means a lot! Maybe you're right, I'll think about it...

[Lady's Human]

No thinking involved, Kirsten, except for saying Danke shoen and returning the favor with some of the photographs generated by your talent and the new tool. Speaking of which, have you ever thought about selling your photography? The images are beautiful.