I am picking this photo because I think it falls well into the Halloween Theme for today.
Here is the story behind the photo.
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In 2010, I took a trip to New Orleans, Louisiana. I jumped on the red street cars of Canal Street headed to the cemeteries. I failed to check to see if it was open. I assumed that it would be open, not realizing the tourism that is associated with these cemeteries.
Many folklore stories and voodoo are associated with the city of New Orleans.The French Colonies settled into the city bringing with them African slaves from the Haitian exiles from the revolution of 1719-1731. The word Voodoo means "spirit" or "mystery"
Commercialization of Voodoo has spawned tours in the city, where you can visit such famous graves as the Queen of Voodoo Marie Laveau.
New Orleans is below sea level and many of their deceased are buried in above ground vaults, but many do not know that this is also due to French and Spanish traditions.
I arrived at sunset, which was intended but the gates were locked. Street cars were running late but as you can see, I made the best of what I had. I took photos outside of the iron gates,, the sun slipping away behind this cross caught my eye. Its one of those moments that you feel better about the events that seemed to go awry. If I was able to get inside of the gates, I would of never gotten this shot. Being forced to stay outside made me walk around the perimeter and I love this shot. I was able to zoom beyond the gate but it wasn't the same feeling.
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