In a Sea of Grass

Even though it's been well over six years since my visit here, this child's grave cradled in a sea of grass remains an unforgettable experience...captivating and, in its own way, comforting.

The back of the grave marker reads: "Our loving darling boy, Gone to bloom with God above."  

I'm sure he brought an abundance of joy and happiness to his family if only for a few short years.     

Photographed at Graburn United Church Cemetery near Walsh, Alberta on November 24, 2016. 

Prairie Crocus

Enjoying something simple...

A single prairie crocus blooming in the countryside near Cappon, Alberta.

Maybe not such a big deal for most but over the years much of their natural habitat has been disrupted by people so seeing even one is a treat.  Enjoy the little things. 

Photographed on May 15, 2023. 

Zion Lutheran Church

Still hangin' in there...

...the old Zion Lutheran Church near Horsham, Saskatchewan.  

According to the GRHS the church was open for thirty-one years, closing in 1950.  It's now been abandoned for what seems a long, long time.

Every once in a while someone moves the cross from one side of the front door to the other.  To see some photos of the church from about six years ago, click here: Zion Lutheran Church and Cemetery

Photographed on May 15, 2023.

XIII

While taking some photos of a long abandoned church I ran into this little creature in the churchyard.  It's the first time I'd seen a thirteen-lined ground squirrel in the area so it was a small but special event of sorts.  This one was pretty curious and scurried up closer and closer until he or she was only a few feet away from me...up close and personal with a squirrel.

Photographed near Horsham, Saskatchewan on May 15, 2023.

The Ghost Army of World War II

Something for history buffs.

Spies, secrets and deception...read on:

https://news.findagrave.com/2023/05/19/the-ghost-army-of-world-war-ii/