San Diego to Get a New National Cemetery While the Original Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery Gets a Makeover

Hi Joan, I learned a lot about this issue and it is really interesting Joan. I have really been impressed with this effort. I drove by Miramar and saw stacks of what looked to be the new markers. But after reading Jeff's comment I am not sure if they will be the upright type or flat markers. 

Hi Jeff, I commented to Joan above about seeing what I thought were the stakes of markers markers. But after reading our comment, I might be mistaken about what I thought I saw. I'll know soon enough as I update this post in February when the cemetery opens. Thank you for the excellent comment. 

Hi Ray, I understand what you mean , clearly. But I can tell you that even going here give one a sense of so much honor and sacrifice. I have many many hours there appreciating this great land that these men and women sacrificed everything for. It is very humbling. 

Hi Liz and Bill, I had the exact same thoughts. And then when I was there and photographed the the splendor of this amazing place, it became apparent to  me and disappointed me at the same time. t was  as if no one cared which was totally wrong. Understanding better what it take in effort and funds, I really appreciated it all the more. 

H Regina, Listening and reading and getting out and discovering it fresh as if for the first time, even though I have lived here over two decades. Through my camera lens I have came to so appreciate things in ever more detail and with a sense of newness as if seeing things for the first time. 

Good Morning Sharon, 

Thank you. I really appreciated the comment. I suppose I had never given this much thought before but this camera of mine has helped open my eyes to so many things. As the news of the makeover and new cemetery came out, I looked through my photos and I can clearly see why it was necessary. When you are there in person, you are so struck with the vastness  and with so many laid to rest there and the simple splendor of this final resting place of honor, you don't necessarily register the headstone that has slipped from perfect alignment. But we do want it perfect for them for perpetuity. It is the least we can do to honor them.

Beautifully said and so sincerely expressed Sharon. I could not improve upon that!

Hi Jim, When I do my reearch on the many subjects I have selected for writing posts, I am the one actually learning.  Sharing the parts that are most interesting and then to hope everyone gets something that they find useful to know.

Hi Joan, I had never thought that vandalism was a big issue. I am sure over time they have all seen their share. These grounds are hallowed and if someone did do something, I fear I could not be very mericiful.

H Myrl, When I used to travel to DC every year for our NAR directors meetings, usually on a Saturday morning I would go by self  to Arlington. I think over the years I have covered most of the grounds but I know there are probbably sections I  have not been to. The last time I went there it was a misty type of rain early in the morning. I recall finding a bench near the entrance and I just left the umbrella there. I didn't want to carry it.  I wanted to feel the emotion and let the rain drip down my face. I stayed for about 4 hours and then I felt complete. I never snapped one photo. The pride of our country , the history and these monuments to life are truly humbling that such greatness was and remains our legacy.