November 20, 2010
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History with Pa (Part 2)
In Dongola, just North of Marshall, there is a little farm of about 65 acres. This little farm used to belong to my Pa and Granny.
On this property lies 2 Civil War graves. I'm sure there are more, but these two are the only documented and marked ones on the property.
The men are actually in one grave together, because their wives had to bury them by themselves....by hand....and in a hurry. The headstones themselves were placed by the Government in the 60's, I think. There is a document detailing the battle and the burial, but it's at Pa's house.
Dongola Cemetery is also where most of Granny's family is buried, and now Granny, Mom, and Norman are there, too. It's where (if the Lord tarries), Pa will be (next to Granny).
The following pics are difficult for me, because the thought of not having Pa here is too much for my heart to bear. We talk everyday, and there aren't words to explain what he means to me. Anyway, here's Dongola:
Pa planted those maple trees himself. They came from that little farm.
By the way, I didn't take these pictures. I just couldn't. A friend and neighbor of Pa's took the photos.
I know Pa still misses Granny. After 52 years together, you can understand why.
Comments (3)
I don't usually say this about cemetaries.. but these are beautiful pics!!
I've been a silent friend, reading but not commenting for a long time. I love how much you've shared photos recently. It's good to hear your voice even if only in type. I know your heart must be steeling itself from premature grief, trying to soak in the moments, feeling compassion for Pa. There's so much you've been going through. I'm really glad you have a medium like this to express yourself. Thank you for sharing. And normally, cemeteries freak me out, but these are beautiful and peaceful photos.
Precious. Simply.
Thanks for sharing something so personal with us. Hugs.
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