Uploaded: February 14, 2008 03:19:08
She knelt in prayer. I saw her hands upon the flag’s sweet folds, shedding tears on stars upon a sea of blue.
She returns home heart-broken and alone. A scene that has repeated itself more than 1000 times at this one
cemetery since it opened on January 3, 2006. Her husband was a long-time close friend and co-worker of
more than 20 years who died as a result of service in Tikrit, Iraq.
Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery
Killeen, Texas
January 4, 2007
Exif: F Number: 3.5, Exposure Bias Value: 0.67, ExposureTime: 10/10000 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 100, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 100.00 mm, Model: NIKON D200
Bonnie C. Lackey February 14, 2008
What a touching image, Jim. The cost of preserving freedom is a high one and bless these families for being strong enough to pay it. Please tell her she's in my prayers and that I'm so grateful to her and her husband. #854567Jim Huffield February 14, 2008
Very moving image, Jim. Nice work. #5493071Colette M. Metcalf February 14, 2008
A very powerful image, Jim! #5493115Rhonda Burger February 14, 2008
Very nice Jim, I have had friends who have gone through the same. They are all in my prayers. Rhonda #5493214Shawna Stevenson February 14, 2008
Jim, the image and words tug at my heart. Shawna #5493505Deb Koskovich February 14, 2008
What a powerful image, Jim -- this is a winner for sure. #5493533Chua Wee Boo February 14, 2008
A very powerful image indeed,Jim!A winner to me! #5493927Debra K. Thomas February 14, 2008
Oh yes a powerful image....wonderful work! #5494117Claudia Kuhn February 14, 2008
So moving Jim, wonderful image! #5494127Joao Martinho February 14, 2008
Very powerful composition and subject. A ode to all that we have lost. #5494146Su Sana E. P February 14, 2008
Very touching image, Jim. Composition is outstanding here with great sentiments. #5494353Nancy L. Green February 14, 2008
WOW!!! This ahto says it all!! Beautiful and very touching Jim!! <>< #5494375Tammy Espino February 14, 2008
Wonderful composition, very somber.Sue Marshall February 14, 2008
A very touching and powerful image Jim! #5495116Mike Clime February 14, 2008
Very moving photo, Jim! #5495644Michelle Alton February 14, 2008
Sad, but a beautiful image that shows her grief with dignity and respect. Wonderful composition on this mournful photo, Jim.Janet Daniel February 14, 2008
My heart goes out to both you and her for your loss!Steve J. Schoolcraft February 14, 2008
Moving... Very nice capture of the mood. #5496828Patrick Rouzes February 14, 2008
Incredible colors, detail, lighting & clarity in this dramatic & moving capture, Jim!!! Exceptional work on this, my friend!!! #5496992Marsha S. Smith February 15, 2008
This is spectacular. The portrait of grief is amazing. #5500090Cassie L. Woodlee February 15, 2008
Powerful and moving image Jim, my prayers are with you and her and all who serve. God Bless #5500770Susan Heath February 15, 2008
Outstanding beautiful portrait, Jim. Powerful image. #5500829Howard B. Cheek February 16, 2008
Very well done Jim, The image speaks a thousand words. One cannot help but be touched by this one..Lisa J. Boulden February 16, 2008
A sad and powerful capture, Jim.Sandra R. Alvey February 17, 2008
Beautiful thought provoking image Jim. I can't tell you how many times I've thanked God that my husband came home safe. I also pray for those who have lost loved ones. #5507669Vicki Zoller February 28, 2008
Another great image Jim and congrats to you on EFP . . .Jessica Jenney February 28, 2008
A very moving image and amazing capture, Jim! Beautifully seen! #5567453Nadya Johnson March 02, 2008
Jim, this is so powerful and evocative! OUTSTANDING work! #5581698Shawna Stevenson March 02, 2008
Jim--congrats on this and the many other editor's picks!!! #5581774Nancy (Peaches) Harker March 02, 2008
Fantastic and very moving photo Jim, they are in my prayers!!!Debra K. Thomas March 03, 2008
Jim truly sorry for your friend...and you know that it does not hit home till I see something like this....i look at this image every time I come here. #5588223Hurk (Steve) Hurkett March 08, 2008
This is a very sensitive moment for this family, Jim .... The horrors of war of War go very deep, you have captured this very well ...Steve Hurkett (Vietnam Veteran) #5612597
Debra K. Thomas March 08, 2008
Here I am again.....i dont know ..but there is something about this image that gets me!... #5612999Indrajit Hajra March 16, 2008
Really picture speaks a thousand words. Awesome Jim, an image with so much value. Amazing image here, I love it!#5649660
Debra K. Thomas March 26, 2008
Just me... :) #5703566Mary L. Lemley March 28, 2008
We discussed this one, but I'm commenting again anyway, YOU out there, havent seen any responses?????? You alright n stuff???? #5712629Kathy L. Clark May 29, 2008
The sadness of this image is great. You have captured the heart of the matter Jim. Wonderful story image. #5992529Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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