Memorial to Aurora Victims

It was just another summer day--an evening at the movies. No one expected that their lives would be changed forever this night.   But, the unexpected happen--someone decided to take it upon themselves to violate our sense of just being.  The theater is still roped off--the whole block is surrounded by yellow tape.  Across the street on a small hill that overlooks  Theater 16--on the corner of Centrepoint and Sable--arises a make shift memorial to those who were victims of this senseless crime. 

It is a small way for us to grieve--a tribute.  Signs, banners, candles, stuffed animals, flags, crosses, even lighters to keep the candles glowing.

Before we arrived, we never thought there would be such a sight--the display is spread over a large section of the hill side.

Groups of candles in various locations around the hillside.

Posters signed by many.

Even the trees pay homage with trinkets and wind chimes that ring out a sad song as the breeze blows.

Many still come to pay tribute. 

The crosses bear photos of the deceased.

To some, this might look like a pile of trash--with dying flowers, overturned stuffed animals, but this is straight from the hearts of many.

The city of Aurora will keep the memorial there for awhile--as long as those who are grieving still come.

The sign gives names of those who perished that fateful night along with a small poster from someone else  hand that declares "We will never forget"! 

American Tapestry Alliance--Pacific Portals Exhibit

One of the interesting non-juried exhibits held during Convergence 12 was held at the Long Beach Public Library, just a short walk from the Conference Center.  The Pacific Portals featured many small tapestries from several of their 500 members.  This was a delight to view.

Convergence 2012 Yardage Exhibit

The one exhibit at Convergence 2012, Long Beach, CA where you can actually touch!

The yardages have a handling piece attached to the top of the piece that is hanging over the balcony.  Here I'll let you browse!

Hope you have enjoyed this tour of CO12 yardage exhibit.