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Pebbles on headstones

derangedvisionsPosted for Everyone to comment on, 5 years ago

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Visitation Stones

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Many people wonder why some gravestones have little pebbles or stones on them. Leaving a visitation stone is a sign of remembrance and has roots dated back to ancient times. This photo was taken while I was visiting Arlington Cemetery, traveling for the book I was working on.

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