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Silent stillness
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Uploaded: 03/26/09 12:51 AM GMT
Silent stillness
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My entry into Pat's contest. I have many spots that go to for their tranquitity, but when I want stillness I return over and over to this spot. It is a huge area, what you see here is perhaps ten percent or less of the total grounds. Usually, near sunset, there are onlt two of us here. Me, and a lone bugler. every night as the flag is lowered, Taps is played. The mournful, meloncholy sounds drifts over the grounds, until the final held, drawn note echoes lightly and recedes, leaving a perfect stillness behind. It is my way of honoring those that are serving now, including my son who is on his second tour in Afghanastan, and those who have come before us. There are times I sit until well after dark, enjoying the stillness, the solitude and reflect on my own thoughts...and pray for my Son and all the others in harms way. Thanx for the great suggestion for a contest Pat. Honesy comment and critique please.
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The sky has the perfect colouring and this is a very poignant photo. It is easy to understand that this is the perfect place for reflection. Godspeed that your son returns home safely and soon.
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I can see your soul just fading into the stones & your heartaches merging with that painted sky for a few perfect moments out of time...... A restful place indeed.
I'm no photographer so I'm not really sure if stepping a tad to your right would've been a better thing to do, perspective wise or not. Personally, I like where you took your shot from as it gives the illusion that you, or we, are about to walk down the row.
That beautiful sky is the perfect counterpoint to the necessary darkness of your photo....... all in all Rich for me, I see very little to critique,, honest ! ;-)
Jackie's right, it is a good capture of fading light & heaven knows... as do you, I hope & pray your son comes home safe & sound, *hugs*
I'm no photographer so I'm not really sure if stepping a tad to your right would've been a better thing to do, perspective wise or not. Personally, I like where you took your shot from as it gives the illusion that you, or we, are about to walk down the row.
That beautiful sky is the perfect counterpoint to the necessary darkness of your photo....... all in all Rich for me, I see very little to critique,, honest ! ;-)
Jackie's right, it is a good capture of fading light & heaven knows... as do you, I hope & pray your son comes home safe & sound, *hugs*
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I've got amnesia & deja vu at the same time. I think I've forgotten this before ! ... That was Zen, but this is Tao !!! ...CLICK TO SAVE LIVES !
I can see why you would be drawn there. I like this angle, the flow of the land adding interest to those rows. Somber yet thought provoking narrative definitely add to the mood.
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Wadda Post mate!....
I agree this so peacefully still!....
A stunning picture too...
You can definitely hear the silence!....
I agree this so peacefully still!....
A stunning picture too...
You can definitely hear the silence!....
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* To Believe in myself and have faith in my Photography *
OwdBob'sGallery
Wow this blows me away! How incredibly poingnant and beautiful. You can feel the silence penetrating the picture. Incredible.
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He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the almighty. I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God in whom i trust". Psalm 91: 1 and 2
Very beautiful! Makes you stop and think. Your son is in my prayers and thank you for posting this very peaceful & gorgeous shot.
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"Make the most of yourself, for that is all there is of you" ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
Wow, GBRx3. Your words are Rich with feeling. A great narrative. There is no way I could say anything negative about a scene like this. Good contest entry.
Tick* was here
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May you never forget what is worth remembering,
Or remember what is best forgotten.
What a profound combination of strength, stillness, peace and meloncholy! Prayers for your son and all those who serve! Wen
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Very somber image Rich.
Although VERY RELAXING. Know what I mean LOL.
You, and Jen in the Tub are the Forerunners in this Contest.
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Although VERY RELAXING. Know what I mean LOL.
You, and Jen in the Tub are the Forerunners in this Contest.
E J
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This Image GRABBED my EYE. That's Why I Stopped By.
Thanks For Sharing ! Never argue with an idiot. They drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience
Very moving image. I like it Rich.
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God has created fantastic beauty for us to photograph and fantastic photographers to bring out that beauty in unique ways.
I love the lighting on this, Rich. Enough left from the setting sun to illuminate the stones quite clearly. Nothing quieter than a graveyard that I can think of. The sky is wonderful.
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Rich,
This is a really awesome shot, I love the sky and you are right this definitely looks like a peaceful spot! A nice spot for reflecting on your thoughts I bet! :)I can see why you are drawn back here again and again. great job.
This is a really awesome shot, I love the sky and you are right this definitely looks like a peaceful spot! A nice spot for reflecting on your thoughts I bet! :)I can see why you are drawn back here again and again. great job.
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"Live by the sun, Love by the moon"
I can feel the stillness now ... beautifully captured Rich.
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We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give ~ Winston Churchill
The peaceful ending of a day in a peaceful place... The light is exquisite and it gives an inner glow to the white of the headstones that seems like an extra dimension. There are many ancient cemeteries here on the Cape with veterans of all American wars (including my Dad), and I too sometimes walk among the spirits seeking peace...
mary
mary
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"Never let your studies interfere with your education." - Pete Seeger
First of all FAVED!!! I know what you mean about hearing taps in a place like this at the end of a day. It can bring tears to the eyes of the toughest people. A great shot and thankyou for sharing it.
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Billy
Great shot this one, nice colour and composition
Paul
Paul
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Please forgive my commenting, it's often late and random, and thank you to all who view and comment on my pics.
Good luck in the contest