Our youngest son Ian works for Oregon Memorial, one of about eight people in the nation who are proficient at laser engraving on memorials and monuments. Glass art is another aspect of the job as well, where every color of the rainbow can be added to the memorial giving those left behind a stunning memory of a loved one who has passed.
We have always been very proud of our two sons as I am sure most parent are, but one thing that always strikes me proud is their old fashioned work ethic. Strong work ethics in today's youth is sorely lacking. I will get off my soap box here because that is not the idea of this post.
Ian climbed quickly in the company not just because of his work ethic but mostly because of his artistry. He was given some of the most prestigious jobs and a crew to go with it. MeMa and I decided we would take advantage of an open day and head out to see some of the work our son did. First stop was Springfield and the Vietnam Memorial the city commissioned.
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| Vietnam Memorial - Springfield Oregon |
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| Click on the photo to enlarge, the detail of the soldier is amazing, as though he is standing in front of you |
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| Glass art |
Our next stop was the state capital, Salem and the World War II Memorial.
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| World War II War Memorial |
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| Oregon State Capital building |
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| The Cherry trees are stunning at this time of year |
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| A beautiful day out with my love. |
Our last stop was Silverton and a small city park dedicated to the citizens of Silverton who gave their lives during the Wars.
Silverton War Memorial
Oh Doc. Those boys of yours do sound wonderful and I have to think, much of it is due to you and your wife. It is not an accident that they have a strong work ethic (and I agree with you that it is lacking today). Beautiful work and I bet he loves doing it which is beautiful too.
ReplyDeleteWow, that really is a work of art. I'm impressed!
ReplyDeleteNice job raising two sons to be proud of! :)
Beautiful memorials. Sad, but beautiful.
ReplyDeleteIt was a gorgeous day.
God bless.
True artistry there. You must be so proud.
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You have all the reasons to be very proud of your son.
ReplyDeleteYour son does great work which combines science and artistic talent. The soldier in the Vietnam Memorial does stand out on that memorial.
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