With the lights endlessly filling the background this image should give everyone a moment of reflection for the sacrifices made by the men and women of all nations for their countries. A bit of straightening might have been in order but still very powerful -

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Not just for Christmas Eve anymore? That was the only association I'd ever seen for the luminaria.

Sad that we still have not yet learned the lessons of the past, and continue to believe waging war creates security and peace. So much more would be achieved through respect and self-respect, dialogue and communication. Such a waste of life - sad but beautiful post. Thank you for sharing.

A most beautiful sight, Justin - all those bright lights going off in the distance. Very touching tribute to all the troops who have given their lives for our freedom...God bless them~

Nice tribute and sensible matching lights for lifes given for humankind_dark and flames, impacting view...

I just saw this on the Featured Images. Given the lighting conditions, I think this is a wonderful job. Excellent work, Justin. Thanks for sharing.

you wrote.. "So much more would be achieved through respect and self-respect, dialogue and communication"

there's no money in dialogue and respect, that's why there are still wars, and always will be. on topic, nice picture, didn't realize that it was such a big field :(

Wow.... brought tears to my eyes.

Thank you