Just a wonderful image…the caption really drives home the circle of life. I’m sure these guys saw a lot of death during their deployment-it’s wonderful how they are now surrounded by so much new life.

Jim, I never thought about it that way, it definitely has a happier feel in that light.

my god, this is gorgeous b&w – the capture, angle, use of black – most of all the story. Almost unimaginable that those redeployed from hell’s tea party still have the heart to bring babies into the world.

Thanks for the feedback gentlemen. Greatly appreciated.

Great photo!

CBARKER, you captured what society should exist for and making a better life for our next generations – to evolve to ever greterheights of humanity. This is what our founding father’s envisioned.
I fundementally focus on perpetuating our legacy of natural resource base; so our next generation have the “free natural wealth” (Water, fresh air,etc.) given us -our generation to succeed and I dream they – future generations – could have it better!

Helen & Dave thank you so much for your wonderful remarks. I try to do work to inspire others and if I have done so then I have succeeded. Thanks again.

you are a really good photographer

Were you a STRYKER? My brother was part of the original brigade -Ft. Lewis… and for many years. I’m very fond and proud of our Stryker Brigades! This photo is great. You do wonderful work.

wow great shot. u captured it perfectly