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Still Feeling the Storm’s Aftermath: Sacramento Historic City Cemetery

The sun may be shining, but the devastation is still being cleared. The front entrance to the Sacramento Historic City Cemetery was closed because they were still clearing the trees that were downed in the recent wind and rain storms. Also, access to that area was mostly closed. That’s what we found during last week’s photo visit.

We did manage to get in via a side entrance and decided to stay in the back area of the cemetery. It looked newer but there were some beautiful headstones, statues and trees. I’ll put all the pictures in a gallery for you and caption where necessary. Oh, the ground was still a bit muddy and soft.

I liked the shape and texture of this headstone.
I’m so glad this beautiful tree is still standing.
A closer look.
This tree’s trunk is not twisted but is interesting.
I liked how beautiful this family headstone was.
Another unusual monument.
A sense of humor?
Pretty iron work.
One of the few statues.
A cared for grave.
The words say it all.
I’ve never seen a headstone shaped like this.
A stump left behind.
Someone put shells on the stump.
I couldn’t resist a close up!

The sun is still out and we are enjoying dry but windy weather. I’m so glad this cemetery didn’t get any more damage. These statues and headstones are so old. You can’t replace history.

This is my last post for about a month. I’m going on a dream vacation. You’ll find out who, what, where when I return. Take care and stay safe.

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The sun commanded the sky, for a while: The Fair Oaks Bridge

Last Thursday was the one day the sun had a chance to warm us up and show us how light can be good for photography and the human soul. Marlene and I took advantage of nature’s sunshine and went to photograph our local Fair Oaks Bridge, in Fair Oaks, that spans across the American River. If you didn’t know the water level before, it’s difficult to understand how high the water level is now. As of this writing we are expecting more rain tonight.

Here are my captures of this iconic bridge and river.

The Fair Oaks Bridge
It’s amazing how some trees hang on.
This tree came down with one of the recent storms.
The structure of the bridge.
Looking at the bridge span of Sunrise Blvd.
A fisherman also takes advantage of the sunshine.
This is a walking and bike riding bridge.
Close up of the fence.
Message Locks
More angles and lines
The American River
How did a palm tree get here?
Photographing the bridge from the other side. It’s more in shadow.
Shadows.

Come Friday the forecast calls for partly cloudy to sunshine for about a week. That will allow the soil to dry up and storm clean up can continue. AND, maybe a chance for more photography!