One of the things I have noticed is the many forms of art at the resting places. Some markers are carved from wood. Some are iron works and others are stone or marble. A large percentage of these creations seem to have been influenced by folk art designs.
Each plot is like a personal garden that is a personal reflection of the deceased person or their families. People spend many hours meticulously maintaining their loved ones area, raking, pruning and some keep the continuous burning of lit candles. I’m sure that this maintenance ritual is not only a form of therapy but a time to really reflect on their loved ones. It is unfortunate that cemeteries in the USA are strictly structured with rules and regulations and don’t have the flexibility for the personal touches as they have in Lithuania.
I usually carry my small sketch book with me and over time I have recorded some of the scenes from my walks through this cemetery.
