When I’m carrying my camera, I never feel like I’m stuck in one place. There is so much to photograph–even though you’re truly not interested in the subject. Egidio challenges us to find photographic opportunities in a small area. Today, being Memorial Day here in the U. S., I dug through my archives to find the California Vietnam Veterans Memorial ~ Capitol Park in Sacramento

This is of special significance to me since my husband served in the Army during the Vietnam war. It took a long time for this Nation to honor our Vietnam Vets. I didn’t have to take many steps to photograph these sculptures, but it was like I was walking miles.

It was a long year of waiting, watching the war on television and talking with my husband, Richard, who was caring a radio on his back through the jungle and wounded twice. Thank heavens for Ham Radio Operators around the world. Richard returned home, but not without emotional scars.

So, while you are celebrating with friends and family today, take a moment to remember those who didn’t make it home or made it home with physical and emotional injuries.

I’m sure Egidio didn’t mean for this challenge to be a somber one, but I didn’t mean for this post to be so difficult. You just never know what will happen when you start typing. Next week Tina will take us in another direction with a new challenge. Thanks to Ritva for last week’s colorful challenge.

Take care everyone, stay safe and be resilient.