I was supposed to post this with my group Project #52 on Tuesday but I wanted to wait until today because I knew what I wanted to photograph. Today is Memorial Day, which is a U.S. holiday that pays tribute to all the service men and women that lost their lives during military service. For myself and most Americans it is a day to honor and celebrate all the men and women who protect and serve our country, which for me is much more fitting. I can’t think of too many other things to be more grateful for than these men and women who sacrifice so much to serve their country.
My mom, my sister, my aunt, and myself took the opportunity today to visit the New Albany National Cemetery, which lays to rest veterans from 7 different battles, as well as the cemetery where several family members are buried including my dad. It was a humbling experience standing in the National Cemetery and I couldn’t help but feeling overwhelmed with gratitude.
It was a wonderful day to pay tribute to not only the men and woman who have served our country but our loved ones as well.
Photography by Mindy 
What a beautiful tribute Mindy…the processing on the black and white image with the american flag in color is awesome!! Hope you are having a great weekend!!
Mind, you never fail to amaze me with your talent. Just looking at your pictures tells a story about you. Your passion for life, art and people.
I was in awe with the first picture.
I imagined so much history when I looked at that grave marker.
Thank you once again for capturing time in your photography.
I love you!
FANTASTIC post my friend! Makes my teary!
All three are great, but that first one is amazing. “Unknown Soldier” .. makes me sad.
Wow! What powerful photos and moving subject. I think the first photo is my favorite!
the second one and the B/W are my favorite. Your post is amazing.
The unknown soldier is very sad…..
A simple, beautiful reminder of how much we lose in war, and how amazing it is that so many give up their lives to protect and serve their country. Heroes all.
Tragic and powerful.
Well done Mindy – very thoughtful and well-composed.
What a lovely tribute. Seven battles–that is sobering.
moving post and pics. thank u mindy. u send us awash in thought and feeling.
Beautiful pictures thanks for sharing with us. I hope things are going well for you guys as well. 😉
Everything OK with you and yours?