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Posted by J Philip Faranda, Broker-Owner on 05/27/2012 05:07 PM   Comments (19)   Holidays in the ActiveRain Channel   speechless sundays, photos  
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19 Comments on Speechless Sundays: Thanking Grandpa and Great Grandpa

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There are the generations - both under ground, and above ground!  I like the looks of that marker, with space for 5 names, rather than just one or two.
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Hi J. Philip,

I love the headstone and the gathering of the young to honor those who have passed. Myrl is right..your looking at generations..both under ground and above:).
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J. P., you don't need any words for a picture like that.  What a wonderful experience for the kids.  I hope they remember it as they age, and I hope to continue to make those visits.  Good picture.  Thanks for sharing.
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Myrl, that headstone has been a bone of centention in our family since my grandfather dies in the early 1970's. It is a double plot, but the headstone has my maternal great grandparent's name on top and not enough room for all the people buried there! And we can't replace it! 
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Phillip,

Looks like a great way to spend the day!  We never get to the cemetary to pay respect to ours.  A great idea though!
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You have inspired me to work for free for one Veteran this year facing severe hardship also.  God bless America.
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J Philip,

I'm always somewhat comforted when I visit the cemetary where my parents are buried. I just need to figure out how to do it more.

Rich
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We got around the head stone problems with two head stones with the last names and then little footers with the individual names and dates.  It worked!
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Good morning Phil. I was moved by this on Facebook and glad to see it here too. Ironic about the headstone. Why can't you replace it?
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Great photograph for today,remembering is so important. Bill
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Phil:  Your great pics are ALWAYS inspiring and often fun, if not just heartwarming.  Appreciate your sharing, as I celebrate today with my Dad, Robert R. Briggs, who was a 2nd Lt. in Korea.  It took 3 weeks to get there by ship and back, but they were only there for 6 weeks, when the Treaty was signed and the so called war ended.  At least he came back safely and we're honoring him today!  Hugs and thanks as always for your inspiration -- where do I sign your petition to get the headstone(s) you want, for God's sake??!!
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Thanks you guys. The story is that the superintendant of the sematary explained that the headstone my great grandfather bought has to be treated as if it were his will- something that must be respected by posterity. Now, I happen to think that if my great grandfather knew what was afoot, he'd gladly allow the stone to be replaced. As it is, Jay's suggestion is close to it- we can't put up another stone but we can do some extra engraving on the remaining space and put a small stone as a footer to mark my father and brother. 
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Definitely a great post and experience for your kids and the family to have together.
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Hi Phil,

I am speechless as generations past has what made us the upstanding adults we are today. They passed on ethics, morals, the importance of hard work and education and a love for our country. I am sure you have passed this on to your kids standing there thanking generations gone by.

Have a great week and thanks for a wonderful picture and post.
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Phil,

 

A very inspiring picture.  That says everything about the day.
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I missed this post but glad I caught it now. Love your kids, they are so great!
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Phil, I am sorry I missed this one on Memorial day, but that is a beautiful and moving picture. I hope you had a meaningful Memorial Day.
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Enough said, right?  VERY moving picture.
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J Philip, it looks like living history in the making. A lovely image to bring to your mind whenever you want.
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