Most of the gravestones here are proper, modest ones reflecting the more middle class society of the townsfolk and nearby farmers. But there are a few on a grander scale that standout. As you can see, looking in the distance above and in a few other photos, there are some family mausoleums here suggesting a few quite well-to-do families. But above you see individual markers on a grander scale suggesting people with rich mourners or outsized egos.
My visit to Woodbine Cemetery is on a cloudless winter day that is cool but not cold. The sun feels good on my shoulders. This gravestone attracted my attention for a couple reasons. First, I cannot resist a gravestone with interesting lichens growing on it. I love the color it adds.
So, we've headed to Harrisonburg, VA to visit friends we've not seen in a couple years. It is good to see friends and visit familiar places. Of course, many places have changed a lot, so we are are also visiting new places as well. Today we start a visit to Woodbine Cemetery in Harrisonburg to see a few of the more interesting markers. As you can see, spring is on the way and these small blue flowers (crocus perhaps?) are coming up everywhere.
