Today was such a beautiful day I had the urge to get out and explore, take photos and just get lost in history. At first I thought of a church tour but there are just too many here. The Georgia skyline is literally dotted with steeples. So, I began checking historic churches, which led to historic buildings, then narrowing it down to nearby cities and finally I hit a winner.
This visit was not about patriotism or politics but about my love of cemeteries. There is so much history written on grave stones and in the case today, much more that was left unsaid on the unmarked stones of the soldiers who fell in the battles around the cemetery. So many were never identified and lay in graves there, acknowledged in the only way humanly possible without the modern science techniques we use today.
Another thing that I love to see when I visit a cemetery is the birds that live there, so often lighting on the head stones and posing there or squawking until I take a photo. Many indigenous peoples have beliefs that include birds being messengers from the Spirit world. I like to feel this is true. If it is, then there were a lot of messages coming at me today. Here are the best of the images I got while we walked around.
If you hold your finger on the bottom of the photo you may find a caption!
It was getting late, so we headed over to the second stop on our excursion. This one should catch your eye, Dan. I think it was your kind of place. 😉
I have more photos but not enough time to edit and put them in this post. I also feel this might be one of the best put together museums that I have ever visited. It truly warrants its own post when I have the chance. Meanwhile, here are a few of the highlights. If you are ever in Kennesaw, and if you love trains or history, be sure to stop by.
Then we were hungry so headed in search of food. We found a new little place called The Nest and grabbed some cold beer and Barbecue. I had mine in tacos. I hope your Free48 was beautiful. Got a busy week ahead so you may not hear from me for a bit. Have a great week and stay cool, in all ways. 😎
Dreaming Reality 
I had a look back and had to travel this far back to find out where I left off. Now I shall resume. Much has happened, I’m sure. I wish you a great year and that it has started yet.
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Hi! So good to see you. I hope your new year has begun well.
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It has indeed, as you could see with the new blog. Let it continue!
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It looks great! May it indeed continue.
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Cheryl! Cemeteries + Birds + trains = perfect. I love all three!! More than you know. So thank you for this terrific post. Here in New England the headstones are made from slate, so the markings are preserved. I need to take some photos of my town’s remarkable cemetery. They tell such a story, as you know. Thank you!
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I look forward to your sharing those with us Jennie. Indeed there is a rich history in New England. I’m so glad you enjoyed these.
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Best to you, Cheryl. 🙂
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Hugs Jennie! Thank you.
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We have a cemetery in Appleton that has some very old and unique gravestones. I generally don’t wander among the graves, but I understand how you can find it fascinating.
That’s a very cool train and Dan probably has that place written down on his bucket list.
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It’s a peaceful place. I don’t feel the way many people do about cemeteries. I imagine he would-and should. It’s a great place.
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I love all of the birds! Your pictures are wonderful!
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Thank you!
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I find cemeteries quite peaceful, in the daylight! haha Love the pictures and stories. Especially about the dog.
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Datime for sure! 😜
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You clearly had a great #free48 – I hope you have a great week to match. Thanks for the pictures!
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You’re welcome! It was a very relaxing weekend. 😊
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