Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah


From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
There is something special about visiting an old cemetery, but the Bonadventure has to be at the top of the list. The colors, shadows, and filtered light all contribute to create a magical quality.

From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
You can almost feel the spirits peeking out midst the trees.

From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
This angel stands guard over a special soul.

From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
The gates to the family plots pose a special welcome.

From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
Time has infused earthen tones into the cold stone.

From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
The soft sounds of water from the river can be heard if one is quite enough.

From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
Lovingly engraved stones and monuments erected in tribute to those once loved.

From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
The Mercer family plot. The bench engraved with the names of Johnny Mercer songs.

From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
Angels shrouded with Spanish Moss hold constant vigils.

From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
From Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah
As in a Benediction, I find another angel bidding us farewell. It is a treat to see this special place again. Every visit brings nuances not seen before. I can hardly wait until our next visit.

1 comment:

Piano Paul said...

Just touching base with your Blog. Wil and I were just in Savannah a few weeks ago!!! Awesome! We helped his stepdad move so had no RV with us. Toured Mercer House, ate at Lady & Sons (Paula Deen's place) and walked the town. Missed the cemetary; looks fantastic! Cheers!