Stories about those days.

The stories that people have about Jamie’s photos are a source of amazement.  Some are of the “that’s me and we were doing this” type of stories from Jamie’s friends. Some are the “I never met Jamie but this was taken on my birthday and it means a lot to me. And some are just stunningly moving one of a kind stories.

  • From Rachel on 01-11-93

    I was brought into the world on this day by a couple as in love as these people in the photo. I was born to a musically – talented father who plays the piano. Growing up we had one just like the one in the background, and I remember tinkering around on it as a child. My dad still plays every evening.

    Go to comment
  • From Worth S on 12-30-89

    This was the day I got married.

    Go to comment
  • From Adam Trejo on 05-30-90

    I was born on this day in El Paso, Texas. I have developed a passion for photography and these photos make me love the craft that much more. Most important, it has taught me that life is fragile, quick, and inspiring. Thank you for sharing these with the rest of the world.

    Go to comment
  • From BJL on 04-16-95

    My birthday. Where was this anyway?

    Go to comment
  • From Joshua Hoffner on 09-23-88

    I was born this day in the United States, in Saint Louis. I think a lot about the people I care about and worry about life without them. Mr. Livingston’s work is a potent reminder to enjoy the time I -do- have with them, instead of fearing what comes after.

    Go to comment
  • From Nathalie De Grace on 05-03-86

    The day I got married…in Montréal. And I still am to this day 😊

    Go to comment
  • From Wowie on 07-01-90

    My bday is june 30.. but there’s no picturr on that date.. hmmm wonder..

    Go to comment
  • From Dan Ford on 08-29-88

    I was born on this day in Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦 Nelson Mandela was still in prison, my dad in military service and many members of my family left the country because of the political climate.

    Go to comment
  • From Dan Ford on 08-30-88

    I was born on this day in Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦 Nelson Mandela was still in prison, my dad in military service and many members of my family left the country because of the political climate.

    Go to comment
  • From Kim Grindlay on 06-21-97

    I turned 4 years old.

    Go to comment
  • From Kim Grindlay on 06-21-93

    This was the day I was born in Wellington, New Zealand. These polaroids are beautiful, and it’s an amazing memorial. Thank you for sharing them with the world on behalf of your friend. May his memory live on in all those who knew him.

    Go to comment
  • From Phil on 07-03-93

    The day I got married

    Go to comment
  • From Ieva on 12-13-96

    I was born the year later. But so amazing to watch at these photos ! I can feel emotions in them !

    Go to comment
  • From Krystal on 08-19-82

    My favorite

    Go to comment
  • From Krystal on 07-15-82

    The day I was born was a sunny day ❤️ And a good day to be close to the water.

    Go to comment
  • From Mike on 06-06-92

    The day my mom died

    Go to comment
  • From Mike on 12-14-83

    The day I came to be

    Go to comment
  • From annabelbcook on 11-09-93

    I was born on this day in Sydney, Australia.

    Go to comment
  • From Jenna on 06-13-79

    My husband was born on this day

    Go to comment
  • From Jenna on 01-13-82

    This was the day and year I was born. It was a Wednesday.

    Go to comment
  • From Ido Gonen on 03-15-80

    That’s the day I was born.

    Go to comment
  • From Rich on 05-11-93

    My 12th birthday. Funny thing is this looks likes the Chen’s Chinese Restaurant that used to be on Tilton Road in Northfield, NJ where I may have a birthday meal that very day.

    Go to comment
  • From Katherine Rosa on 01-13-94

    This was the day I was born. I love this photo because it makes me feel happy (like the people in the photo are in a group talking. they are happy) but I also feel uncertain because of the blurred parts and dark lighting… This artist is great because of it, he leaves his audience wanting more.

    Go to comment
  • From Kellie on 02-17-90

    That’s Lucy!! 🐘

    Go to comment
  • From Laurie Stansfield on 07-21-90

    This is the day I married the love of my life ❤️

    Go to comment
  • From Laurie Stansfield on 10-16-90

    The day my son was born ❤️

    Go to comment
  • From Nicole on 08-26-84

    This is the day I was born. At 3:08pm I was an emergency c-section

    Go to comment
  • From Nicole on 08-27-84

    This is the day I was born

    Go to comment
  • From Maris on 09-08-79

    My birthday as well. May the happiness flow to us all.

    Go to comment
  • From Jodie Benson on 02-06-80

    This was my seventh birthday. My kitchen is decorated in apples and I’ve always loved the beautiful red color. It’s my favorite color. These pictures are wonderful.

    Go to comment
  • From Jennifer Wendel on 06-21-96

    The year and day my husband and I were married..
    ❤❤❤❤❤

    Go to comment
  • From Jennifer Wendel on 10-31-90

    My birthday.
    But not the year.
    It’s the year I graduated high school.

    Go to comment
  • From Joseph on 10-23-79

    This was my day. I’m always hugely interested in things that happened elsewhere while I was existing… I too am a photographer now. this image seems ironic, as it seems he’s looking off to something else as well.

    Go to comment
  • From Nick Bowen on 04-06-82

    This was my 21st birthday. I made some decisions that kept me from the life that I should be living for almost another 10 years. The snow is apropos. I froze my life and denied who I was to marry someone my family would find acceptable. Hard to believe I’ve made it so far. BTW? Where’s 4/6/85?

    Go to comment
  • From abby on 08-27-85

    this is the day i was born. i see happiness in this photo.

    Go to comment
  • From Heather Bailey on 02-18-86

    My birthday too 😎

    Go to comment
  • From Anjelica on 07-23-91

    Same! This is my birthday as well

    Go to comment
  • From Kelly on 05-09-94

    I was born on this day in Northampton, England

    Go to comment
  • From Mona on 01-18-95

    I was born on this day. I play the piano too! Heart warming x

    Go to comment
  • From Hetha Anfield on 03-23-97

    The day my precious daughter was born. Music and sunshine fill her soul.

    Go to comment
  • From Malaiyah Jackson on 06-23-97

    This was the day I was born

    Go to comment
  • From Durrel K. Douglas on 09-20-86

    My birthday. Mentalfloss brought me here. Beautiful story. So, I was born on a Saturday!

    Go to comment
  • From nathalyms on 11-09-96

    I was born

    Go to comment
  • From mohit on 06-18-94

    I was born

    Go to comment
  • From Martha on 08-19-79

    This was my 18th birthday… finally came of legal age for drinking. Oops, I drank too much on that birthday, how cliche! (And I regretted it the next day.) This scene looks like many of my friends’ kitchens back then. Good memories.

    Go to comment
  • From Jessie on 09-17-83

    This is mine and my twin sister birthday

    Go to comment
  • From Zoe on 06-14-94

    This is the day that I was born 🙂

    Go to comment
  • From Derek White on 07-06-80

    My bad….i accidentally commented that I was born on the 7th. This was the day of my birth. Interesting photo….lol! who’s crotch is this??!! lol!

    Go to comment
  • From Derek White on 07-07-80

    This was the day I was born. What is the story behind this photo? It makes me happy to see that someone was enjoying this day. I wonder what the man was smiling about? This is so awesome. Thank you for sharing these!

    Go to comment
    • From Derek White on 07-07-80

      whoops!! not my birthday!! lol! But still love this photo! lol!

      Go to comment
  • From Katrina Nuciforo on 03-12-94

    Had my twins that day

    Go to comment