THINKING OF YOU

On a recent roadtrip to Staunton, VA., we came across yet another tranquil oasis and resting place of the departed on the outskirts of town. Here are but a few of the interesting bits of funerary art that helped fuel my creative mind that day.
They do love and respect their dogs down here in Virginia-
A more apt name was never seen
Crossing Over
Remember the Maine! Don’t see many of these
Knock, knock, knocking on heaven’s door

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HOLY CITY – THE CEMETERIES OF CHARLESTON

The beauty of Charleston extends well beyond the grandeur of the Antebellum mansions of The Battery and the lushness of the moss covered oak forests that surround the historic Southern city. Like the aging, but exquisitely preserved and dignified matron that she is, Charleston too holds her secrets, her quiet and dark places where the remains of centuries of departed Charlestonians rest in quiet slumber. Sleeping. Sleeping.