The Photographer

Lorna Lillo Photography
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Lorna Lillo Photography
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No image can be used without permission.

Words of Wisdom: Be kind to everyone.

This is Dote (Dorothy) Aitken. Born May 28, 1933.

Dote truly lives by her words of wisdom, demonstrating kindness through her daily actions.

I call her the photographer because each week, at our church, she records the spirit of worship with her camera. Her photographs are displayed on the rear wall of the church, a wonderful reminder why being part of this community is something to celebrate. Whenever I think of Dote, a smile forms on my face.

Dote grew up on a farm in Milford. Unusual for the era, her father encouraged her education saying, "Education is no weight to carry around." After graduating from grade 12, she became a nurse. This was her life's work and I do believe her calling. She retired from her position as Head Nurse of the gynecology ward (Halifax) in 1991. These days she fills her life with photography, reading, rug hooking, traveling and volunteering. She is a member of the Book Club, works at the local food bank, is the Rep for the Milford Cancer Society, canvasses for the Heart and Stroke Foundation, and serves on the Stewardship and Building Committees of her church. Dote is a world traveller. Each destination is recorded by a pin on a large map displayed in her home. Dote teaches me the art of gracious generosity through her accepting encouragement. It is a privilege to know her.