Tuesday, March 13, 2012

ABC Wednesday: Interred

Cemeteries are a place where remains are interred.
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It's ironic that I find cemeteries interesting because I prefer that my remains be scattered to the wind or composted.
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I find it especially sad to see markers for children who died young.
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This cemetery has interments from the American Revolutionary war period up through the present.
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29 comments:

  1. Penelope NotesMarch 13, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    Oh, how brief life seems to be at times! Such visits are both historically interesting and great reminders to appreciate our precious moments on earth.

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  2. Whispering ThoughtsMarch 13, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    I don't have words to say that I am touched by this post.
    Regards,
    Ruby

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  3. EG CameraGirlMarch 13, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    Cemeteries are interesting to walk through, especially when they are well maintained.

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  4. MerylMarch 13, 2012 at 12:13 PM

    You know I love cemeteries and this one sounds cool. It is sad seeing the stones of those who died so young...and that weeping willow is magnificent. These trees belong in cemeteries and graveyards, for the image and illusion of weeping. Have a great week.

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  5. Jane and ChrisMarch 13, 2012 at 12:14 PM

    Thoughtful and respectful post.
    Jane x

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  6. anthonynorthMarch 13, 2012 at 12:17 PM

    They can be such peaceful and beautiful places, can't they?

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  7. photowannabeMarch 13, 2012 at 12:23 PM

    I am always fascinated with graveyards and cemeteries.
    Its such a beautiful and iconic was to celebrate life and death.

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  8. Roger Owen GreenMarch 13, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    Oh, cemeteries are FASCINATING because of the history. I used to cut thru the local cemetery as a kid to get to the ball field. We also used to sled there (watch out for the tombstones); couldn't/wouldn't do it today.
    ROG, ABC Wednesday team

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  9. Leslie:March 13, 2012 at 1:03 PM

    When we lived in the East, I used to wander through the cemeteries there and read the tombstones. The histories are fascinating. You don't find cemeteries here so much, as most people are cremated now. Great photos,

    leslie
    abcw team

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  10. HildredMarch 13, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    So much history and poignancy in graveyards.

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  11. AnnieMarch 13, 2012 at 1:53 PM

    I love visiting old cemeteries. You got some beautiful photos at this one. The child's grave is very poignant. I want to be composted too!

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  12. RajeshMarch 13, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    Yes, cemetery of young kids makes us very sad.

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  13. AnnMarch 13, 2012 at 2:28 PM

    I do a considerable research for our family's geneology so cemeteries are a place I find facinating. This one is so pretty, great take on the letter I.
    Ann

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  14. RagnhildMarch 13, 2012 at 4:02 PM

    Seeing graves of small children is so sad. Graveyards have a special feel to them; a place of quiet, rest and of sadness.

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  15. caiteMarch 13, 2012 at 4:50 PM

    I love old cemeteries ...they are often sad but so interesting!

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  16. Sallie (FullTime-Life.comMarch 13, 2012 at 5:31 PM

    Oddly, cemeteries are actually great places to go to contemplate life. And to learn history.

    Children's gravestones always make me cry.

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  17. Paula Scott Molokai Girl StudioMarch 13, 2012 at 6:12 PM

    I too, am fascinated with cemeteries and love to visit and photograph them. And, I too, am always saddened to see the age of the little ones when they passed. Great shots!

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  18. ChrisJMarch 13, 2012 at 7:35 PM

    No cemeteries near us. That willow tree is gorgeous!

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  19. Gillian OlsonMarch 13, 2012 at 10:50 PM

    A good reminder of how important it is to live every minute we have.

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  20. HazelMarch 13, 2012 at 11:31 PM

    I just love browsing cemeteries! There's so much to learn and be fascinated about. Your photos are beautiful like always. Love them!

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  21. Kim, USAMarch 14, 2012 at 12:22 AM

    Your like me I felt bad if I see young children's tomb stone. I also like going to cemeteries specially if it is old. ^_^

    ABC Wed

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  22. Cezar and LéiaMarch 14, 2012 at 7:41 AM

    That tree is wonderful!Great pictures and cool idea for this theme!
    Léia

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  23. AnonymousMarch 14, 2012 at 9:07 PM

    peaceful and beautiful

    if i could have just one wish

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  24. Chubskulit RoseMarch 15, 2012 at 1:07 AM

    Very neat cemetery.

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  25. AnonymousMarch 15, 2012 at 1:07 AM

    Lovely photos; conveys a nice feeling for the serenity and peace of the place.

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  26. HorsoonMarch 15, 2012 at 1:32 AM

    It's always emotional when visiting cemeteries for me...

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  27. Sharp Little PencilMarch 16, 2012 at 3:34 PM

    Here's a weird one for you! We had an ice cream parlor in my hometown, Binghamton, NY (well, it was in nearby Endicott) located next to a graveyard. The custom was to get an ice cream cone, climb up the stone embankment, and wander through the cemetery, looking at names, sort of communing with the long-gone. I am not afraid of cemeteries, nor of dying... My dad called them "marble orchards"! Amy
    http://sharplittlepencil.com/2012/03/16/irony-in-the-air/

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  28. AnonymousMarch 18, 2012 at 1:11 AM

    amazing how there's so many different views of the sky and point of views too

    anything but

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  29. SandyCarlsonMarch 18, 2012 at 9:08 PM

    Sad and lovely places. The baby stones always get me.

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