 |
1. 'Tragic Density'
Granite Lens
The surface is the only part visible of the huge stone of sadness
and grief buried in the hearts of those who have lost a loved one.
2. Dry Streambed
A stream should be full of water, the life-giver; but this stream
is dry with only the victims' names to remind us of the lives that
were taken.
3. River Stones
Stones bear the names, and dates of birth and death for each victim.
Each stone is different, as unique as the life of the person whose
name it bears. Their numbers, carrying so many names, reflect such
enormous loss.
4. Seat Walls
A quiet resting place for tranquil contemplation and appreciation
of nature.
5. Cross Walk
The point where our paths and those of the victims become one; where
we and they meet; a union of pathways and footsteps.
6. Stone Walkways
Crunching beneath our feet, grounding us in the here and now.
7. Gathering Space
A communal space that allows us to look along the streambed, back
at the sorrow, and forward to hope. A public place for educational
programs and vigils.
8. Cascade - water begins
Water springing forth, reminding us that life is an ongoing process.
9. Pool
A pool of water reminding us of the possibilities that still exist.
10. 'Ibis Ascending'
A burst of life, springing from the pool, three ibises rise to the
sky transcending pain, anger, and grief.
11. River Birch
Its bark changes, mahogany in its first season then salmon and gold
as it matures, and back to deepest brown at its fragile edges. It
grows best in groups, each tree drawing strength from the others,
stems leaning and clacking against each other in the strongest winds.
12. Yew Trees
Limited in height, straight, evergreen, unchanging in all seasons,
providing shelter from winter winds, evergreen, ever young.
13. Groundcover
An evergreen cloak, softening the surface and defining its contours.
14. Wall of Acknowledgement
Recognition of major supporters of the Garden of Peace. Those who
have made possible the commemoration of the hundreds of lives lost
to homicide.
|
|
