Come Home Safe

Thanks, Aubrey! I can’t decide, though… would it have looked better if I had put the flag straight across vice crooked? I’m kinda new to still life photography, so feel free to make suggestions! By the way, thank your sister for me! God bless her.

beautiful photograph!

Many thanks! My 10 year old daughter did the shot with some help from me on the composition. I’ll pass your comment on to her.

Grate setup with all the elements.

Thank you so much!

Simply Beautiful. Thank You for honoring our soldiers! Hats off to your Daughter! :-)

Thanks, Boretti! Coming from you that is quite a compliment – I’ve been impressed with your work. I’ll pass your comment on to my daughter – she sweated on this one (over 100 degrees, full sun that day!). Thanks!

It may be a little cheesy of me, but this brings tears to my eyes. It is truely touching and slightly personal for me. My father is a Vietnam vet. Though he is not a part of this war, it still brings back memories for him. Thank you for sharing this beautiful photo with us.

Wow! Thanks for writing such a wonderful comment! Its very personal to us too since I am in the Army. Please thank your father for his service in Vietnam. He never enjoyed the civilian support like our troops generally do now – I can only imagine what he went through. He has my respect.

I love this. It says so much. I’d like to get a T-Shirt with your design and put the words
AMERICA
HOME OF THE FREE
BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE

How much would this cost and can you do it?

I haven’t explored shirts – let me check into it. Give me a few days to get some prices. Thanks!

Thank you so much for this pic it is extremely powerful I love it and thank you for your service.

Thanks, Paul!

Love this piece. Beautiful shot and wonderful words.

Thanks, Susan! I’m honored you added me to your watchlist! Thanks for the wonderful comment.

Beautiful image with lots of heart

Thank you so much! It is nice to hear such positive comments.

Oh…I so love this…AMAZING JOB!!!

Thanks Madison! It has done well in the contests my daughter has entered it, but hasn’t gotten the Best of Show title as her “Japanese Garden” and “Inspiration” have so far. Hmmmmm. Well, we like it nonetheless!

nice.

Thanks, Geri!

very nice

this shot breaks my heart. says so much more than words can

Guys! Thanks so much! I can only hope their efforts are not forgotten. As I sit in my comfortable chair, playing a card game with my kids in my air-conditioned home after eating a wonderful home-cooked meal… I often think about the hardships our soldiers face. No such luxuries for them. God, bring them home safely!

very touching image

very moving,,,,

Thanks Ruben and Midzing!

beautiful image!... great composition and lighting… and an even better message!.. nice tribute to some fine men and women doing a tough job, and doing it well…

Thanks, Dogbreath! Love your name, by the way – ha! :)

This is awesome! I love it! Makes me want to do more military compositions! Great job.

Thanks, nic78! I have plenty of uniforms you can use – ha! :)

Just stumbled on this image! Powerful! Very good work…

Thanks Maria! She is entering it in the Bell Co Youth Fair (4-H) this weekend. We’ll see!

your daughter is going to be a great photographer some day! she is already!

Wow! Hey, thanks! She is trying hard. :)

Beautifully Taken!!

Thanks Kevint! This one is a bit personal for us. :)

A very touching tribute to our soldiers. I pray for their safe return home to their families.

Congratulations on being on the Home Page . Gini

Thank you for adding this to RB. It’s a great photo with much meaning and I’m so glad RB put it on the HP for Memorial weekend. They are in our thoughts and prayers now and as long as they are not at home with us. We are thinking of them especially this Memorial weekend. My cousin fought in Gulf. My other cousin is in Iraq now rebuilding. My brother-in-law’s son died 3 years ago in Afghanastan by “friendly” fire. Oh how I wish they all, every US man and woman soldier, could be home. We love and support you for all that you do and have done for us.

Way to go, Girl! Your image is such a perfect one for this holiday. I thank all of our military… past and present for your dedication and bravery!!

that is amazing image

Brilliant image….....we all share your sentiment so much.

I have seen this all too often. We have Ft. Carson, the mountain post, nearby. We have lost hundreds to the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. I was in the military and served in a combat group-unusual for women at that time. I have seen the pain the families have to endure. You have made a beautiful monument to all those who gave everything. Thank you!

this is fantastic

... or don’t go there in the first place.
Sorry, but this war was completely wrong from the very beginning.

Thank you, Marie! I pray for their safe return!

BrainCandy, I’m a little concerned that there are people like you out there that WOULDN’T wish someone to come home safely from a dangerous place, regardless of your personal feelings about the war. Try to put aside your issues with decision makers, and try a little compassion to those following orders. None of us “signed up” to get killed, we volunteered our services to our country in whatever capacity deemed appropriate. I’m know your soldiers in Australia don’t have the luxury of deciding which conflict they will participate in and which they will not. Ours is no different.

Ginnymac, Thanks! I’m afraid I missed it, however! Short lived fame. :( Anyway, it was quite a surprise and an honor. Thanks for commenting!

Jenndes, I appreciate your comment immensely. Please tell all in your family “thank you” for their service. Especially your brother-in-law’s son who made the ultimate sacrifice. I know this holiday will be hard for him.

Thanks, Maria! I’m afraid I must have missed the homepage honor – I didn’t see it. I think its great that RB did a Memorial Day feature!

MMLKBSR – Thanks for your comment!

Thanks ltruskett! I agree…. regardless of whether or not people believe the war is right, it is imperative to support those serving. Your comment was very appreciated!

Lori, Thanks for your comment (and also favoriting the photo!). Thanks also for your service! Be especially proud of breaking new ground as a woman serving in a traditionally male unit. :) You go girl!

Les Magee, Thanks for your wonderful comment! I’ll pass it on to my daughter!

I Just Love this…SoTouching

Thanks Connie! We appreciate you favoriting it as well. :)

Awesome!

Thanks Marvin! I love it too, but I’m a bit biased. :)

This is Excellent!
We would love to see this in our new group
Right Wing American Art

Very beautiful work ! This image is now featured in American Values and Art ! Congrats !!!!!

You did a really nice job on this. Congrats on your placement in the challenge! I’m not familiar with the term “sand box”. Could you enlighten me? Wasn’t sure if it meant burial grounds or a euphemism for Iraq! Obviously I’m not in the military!

This is beautiful and tender. In light of Nov 5, for those of us in central Tx and with family in the military, it is especially appropriate. Thank you.