I Am Not Alone
https://youtu.be/dpEy1n15WJk22 total reviews
Comment from MKFlood
Great capture. The clarity is great. The angle of the shot of this veteran facing the memorial is great. The capture of the light is great. The image is balance and eye appealing to the viewer. Good eye and great job overall
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2020
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Great capture. The clarity is great. The angle of the shot of this veteran facing the memorial is great. The capture of the light is great. The image is balance and eye appealing to the viewer. Good eye and great job overall
Comment Written 26-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2020
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Thanks a lot. I know you can relate.
Comment from shoregrass
Steve, this is superb photography both for its technical quality and meaning.
A stunning composition could not be better. Perfect lighting throughout with the brightest appropriately on the seated man. I will check out the video for sure. Be very proud of this one, my friend. Ed,
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2020
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Steve, this is superb photography both for its technical quality and meaning.
A stunning composition could not be better. Perfect lighting throughout with the brightest appropriately on the seated man. I will check out the video for sure. Be very proud of this one, my friend. Ed,
Comment Written 26-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2020
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Hey Ed,
Hope all is well. Thank you so very much my friend for your wonderful review and comments. Thank you for your More than Gracious rating Ed. I very much appreciate it my friend ~ Steve
Comment from Brady Nielson
Beautiful Steve!
This is so worthy of a 6 but sadly I am out :( I have always had a special place in my heart for veterans as they sacrifice so much for us. This photo brings out that sacrifice with the memory of those who have given all. My grandpa served in WW II, he was part of the invasion of Normandy and landed on Omaha beach. I have 3 other brothers who served in the middle East. Thank you for sharing this it means a lot!
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2020
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Beautiful Steve!
This is so worthy of a 6 but sadly I am out :( I have always had a special place in my heart for veterans as they sacrifice so much for us. This photo brings out that sacrifice with the memory of those who have given all. My grandpa served in WW II, he was part of the invasion of Normandy and landed on Omaha beach. I have 3 other brothers who served in the middle East. Thank you for sharing this it means a lot!
Comment Written 26-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2020
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Thank you so much Brady for your 7 star comments. They are more important than any six star rating. I salute your Grandfather and three brothers for their service and sacrifices ~ Steve
Comment from alaskapat
Hi Steve,
My son is a retired marine so I understand about the transition from military to civilian life and the difficulties that you face.
This is such a sad scene, all of the names of those who gave their all. We are forever grateful to them and to all who serve . The video is beautiful!
Thank you for your service and may God walk with you always.
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2020
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Hi Steve,
My son is a retired marine so I understand about the transition from military to civilian life and the difficulties that you face.
This is such a sad scene, all of the names of those who gave their all. We are forever grateful to them and to all who serve . The video is beautiful!
Thank you for your service and may God walk with you always.
Comment Written 26-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2020
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Thank you Pat for your wonderful comments. They are worth Seven Stars. Thank you very much Pat ~ Steve
Comment from Monica Morrell
A beautiful captured image! Yes you are never alone and I thank you for your service. You have the support of all the true Ameriwho value you and all the others who have and do support our country.
Great strong captured image and message. God Bless America.
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2020
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A beautiful captured image! Yes you are never alone and I thank you for your service. You have the support of all the true Ameriwho value you and all the others who have and do support our country.
Great strong captured image and message. God Bless America.
Comment Written 25-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2020
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Wow! Thank you so very much Monica. I truly appreciate your kind words. Your More than Generous Rating is Wonderful. Yes: God Bless America ~ Steve
Comment from jesuel
what a powerful photo the wall is a reminder freedom isnt free the color is great the detail is great excellent depth great lighting beautiful work here
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2020
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what a powerful photo the wall is a reminder freedom isnt free the color is great the detail is great excellent depth great lighting beautiful work here
Comment Written 25-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2020
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Thank you very much for your review.
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
I find it quite a poignant story which actually reflects the feelings of the retirees even amngst the civilians! This is a fine shot. The body language of the gent sitting alone on the bench tells it all. Overall a fine presentation.
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2020
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I find it quite a poignant story which actually reflects the feelings of the retirees even amngst the civilians! This is a fine shot. The body language of the gent sitting alone on the bench tells it all. Overall a fine presentation.
Comment Written 25-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2020
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Thank you for your support
Comment from lynnkah
my husband spent 26 years in the Marines. He was in from the end of Vietnam to the beginning of 911, broken time. He still will jump in his sleep a lot. He only talks about the funny things that happened during his tour, things that soldiers say and do to lighten the moment. My heart goes out to all who have served and are serving. It takes a special kind of person to willingly take on the responsibility of protecting our country in such a way. I am always thankful to all who have given my MY FREEDOM. diane..lynnkah
thank you for the kind words of the video, but all the credit goes to your work and inspiration for that video. thank you for being a friend
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2020
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my husband spent 26 years in the Marines. He was in from the end of Vietnam to the beginning of 911, broken time. He still will jump in his sleep a lot. He only talks about the funny things that happened during his tour, things that soldiers say and do to lighten the moment. My heart goes out to all who have served and are serving. It takes a special kind of person to willingly take on the responsibility of protecting our country in such a way. I am always thankful to all who have given my MY FREEDOM. diane..lynnkah
thank you for the kind words of the video, but all the credit goes to your work and inspiration for that video. thank you for being a friend
Comment Written 25-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2020
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Thank you so Very much Diane foe your personal comments and More than Generous rating. I believe Most of the credit goes to You for taking one of my photos and making a card and Now a Video!. I e mailed the link to my friends and even went back on Facebook and posted the video. It will be interesting to see what kind of reactions we get. Thank you again Diane and I look forward to seeing what else two creative minds can conger up ~ Steve
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i designed another card with one of your photos and put what you wrote. it makes a good sympathy card for someone who has lost a loved one. i sent it to your email, and revised your video to add your other photography. check it out when you get a chance and let me know what you think of both.
Comment from Kurt Fondriest
It is worthy of more than 6 stars. Thank you Steve for your service and for this reflective piece on the quality of life for so many of our veterans. The image is profound. The man 's posture gives this a somber tone. Maybe he saw names of his family of veterans on the wall and memories come flooding back.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2020
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It is worthy of more than 6 stars. Thank you Steve for your service and for this reflective piece on the quality of life for so many of our veterans. The image is profound. The man 's posture gives this a somber tone. Maybe he saw names of his family of veterans on the wall and memories come flooding back.
Comment Written 24-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2020
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Thank you so very much Kurt. Yes a lot of these guys went through Hell and lost a lot of friends. Memories stay with you always and eventually you learn to live with them. Thank you so much for your wonderful review and More than Generous rating. I am honored Kurt ~ Steve
Comment from Kathy Banich
Steve.... This image immediately brought back emotional feelings I encountered when I first visited the Vietnam memorial in Washington. I remember walking on the path and suddenly was overwhelmed as the path declined downhill and the placards of thousands of names engulfed me. I think EVERY student in public schools should go to Washington! Or like this - attend a mobile memorial. Truly the event of my visit left a very strong impact on me. My son served 6 years in the Air Force (after 9/11) when the media was big on doing a daily body count. I cried a tear for every fallen soldier for 6-years (praying for my sons safe return).
Well as for the image - I think my into says a lot. The image provokes sadness, appreciation to our military, sympathy for those who lost a love one and to your title... the acknowledgement of comradery.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2020
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Steve.... This image immediately brought back emotional feelings I encountered when I first visited the Vietnam memorial in Washington. I remember walking on the path and suddenly was overwhelmed as the path declined downhill and the placards of thousands of names engulfed me. I think EVERY student in public schools should go to Washington! Or like this - attend a mobile memorial. Truly the event of my visit left a very strong impact on me. My son served 6 years in the Air Force (after 9/11) when the media was big on doing a daily body count. I cried a tear for every fallen soldier for 6-years (praying for my sons safe return).
Well as for the image - I think my into says a lot. The image provokes sadness, appreciation to our military, sympathy for those who lost a love one and to your title... the acknowledgement of comradery.
Comment Written 24-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2020
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Thank you so much Kathy for your intimate comments. I don't know which is worse: Being in a combat zone or those back home that worry every day. Glad your son made it home safely.
This scene moved me when I say this guy quietly sitting there in deep remembrance. I was very quiet as I took his picture so as not to disrespect him or interfere with all that was going on inside. Thank you again Kathy for your wonderful review ~ Steve