Originally, I was considering writing this as a four part series: a trilogy of images and a post of perspectives and human conceptualization of demise. It has recently come to my attention, however, that death - being universal - comes up quite often while I'm traveling. This in turn means that I tend to write a lot about it. So this four part series has been reduced to a trilogy of images. Giving death its due, but no more.
So on our final journey through this resting place, I will focus on the land and scenery. Being a high commodity in most urban/suburban localities, it seems noteworthy that so much prime real estate is devoted to those who cannot see and will be buried under the ground. Or is it that we cannot admit the scenery isn't for their benefit at all.
Take a walk with me. Will you?
Granted, these pictures were taken during the summer months, but even in winter the trees stand guard on meandering pathways.
Flowerbeds meticulously tended, and in many cases species labeled for the edification of all.
These particular trees, meticulously chosen flourish with space, light, and strength like sentries along the path.
The layout can leave you forgetting where you are, but just through the trees lies the true purpose of this space.
Not all outcrops of life are so meticulously planned though. Here and there life erupts spontaneously. A version of survival of the fittest: the most beautiful or least in the way are allowed to stay and mingle with designed life.
Designed life isn't always so bad.
and the end result is a room with a spectacular view.
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