Well, as sad as it may sound, we've lived next to a cemetery for about 7 months now and I just realized about a month ago that it was INDEED a cemetery. xD So we finally went over to explore.
Anyway, we had the photo scavenger hunt in mind, so we collected as many angels as we possibly could. :)
We found angels of all sorts. Sculptures, engravings, etc. It was really neat.
I won't post all the pictures in the body of this essay. If you want to shift through them you can. I'm onlygoing to post my favorite angel we found.Jake and I were absolutely captivated byher. She had an anchor by her side and was chained by the anchor. We thought it was absolutely gorgeous. I'm planning on returning to visit the statue more often. :)
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You dork xD. Both for just noticing it's a cemetery and for the shephard. LOLOL. She's gorgeous and I can see why you were so taken by her.
LOL ~ Shephard vs. Angels....they both are beautiful :)
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Sammie, here's some info on the anchor symbol.
Anchor:
Early Christians used the anchor as a disguised cross, and as a marker to guide the way to secret meeting places. A Christian symbol of hope, it is found as funerary symbolism in the art of the catacombs. Often set amongst rocks. It can also be an occupational symbol in sea-faring areas or the attribute of Saint Nicholas, patron saint of seamen, symbolized hope and steadfastness. An anchor with a broken chain stands for the cessation of life.
Chains: Chains:
Medieval thinkers sometimes held that a golden chain bound the soul to the body. Broken links on a headstone can mean the severance and subsequent release of the spirit from the body. Chains are also the insignia of the International Order of Odd Fellows, so called because of their dedication to giving the poor decent burials. This association can be clinched by the observation of the letters IOOF or FLT (Friendship, Love, Truth) either inside or near the chain.
Cemetery Symbols
Oh, that's really neat! I'll have to see if maybe those letters are there. I doubt it, but it wouldn't hurt to check anyway. ;)
Let me know if you happen to find them! I'm curious!
I wouldn't mind living next to a cemetery, it would remind me daily to not take life for granted and people for granted
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Very cool shots.
I'm glad you decided to explore this cemetery. Very nice collection of photos you managed to get. You may want to volunteer with Find A Grave (findagrave.com). I do it and it is not only interesting, but addictive too.