5.memday

on the day after memorial day I go to the wall alone.
I look at the pictures
I read the letters
I open the boxes
I cried when one of the boxes
had ashes.
It makes them real people, not a list of names.

Summary
A reflection on visiting a memorial wall after Memorial Day, emphasizing personal connections to the names listed.
Insight
Memorials serve to remind us of the individuals behind the names.
Style
Front Art
A photo of a memorial wall with a floral tribute, overlaid with handwritten text.
Visual Style
Mixed Media
Orientation
Landscape