八幡宮の獅子
2013年01月01日、長野県千曲市の武水別神社(たけみずわけ)にある装飾彫刻。扉を守るように一対で彫られていました。

祖父(93歳)は73年前、軍隊に行く際にこの神社にお参りに来たそうです。そして今年、73年越しのお礼参りをしました。「遅くなったけれども無事に帰って来ましたってお礼したよ。」という爽やかな笑顔が印象的でした。


A Guardian of Shrine
01/01/2013, a decorative sculpture above the door of one of the shrine pavilions in Takemizuwake Shrine, Chikuma, Nagano.

My grandfather, who is 93 years old, came here to pray for his safety before he joined the military. And this year, he came back here after 73 years for the first time to offer his thanks. He said, “I pray to gods, ‘it’s a bit late, but I am back safely.’” His bright smile was unforgettable.
Marine-roped Pier Post
Inside Hearst Castle It’s been a while since I’ve posted any photos from Hearst Castle, but this one stuck out to me. These rooms are so ridiculous in a way, yes? I mean, even if I had all the money in the world, I don’t think I’d ever want a room like this in my house! It’s so formal and unlivable… I prefer something a bit more comfy!- Trey RatcliffClick here to read the rest of this post at the Stuck in Customs blog.
New relaxation room with sofa and windows
New relaxation room with sofa and windows
八幡宮の獅子
2013年01月01日、長野県千曲市の武水別神社(たけみずわけ)にある装飾彫刻。扉を守るように一対で彫られていました。

祖父(93歳)は73年前、軍隊に行く際にこの神社にお参りに来たそうです。そして今年、73年越しのお礼参りをしました。「遅くなったけれども無事に帰って来ましたってお礼したよ。」という爽やかな笑顔が印象的でした。


A Guardian of Shrine
01/01/2013, a decorative sculpture above the door of one of the shrine pavilions in Takemizuwake Shrine, Chikuma, Nagano.

My grandfather, who is 93 years old, came here to pray for his safety before he joined the military. And this year, he came back here after 73 years for the first time to offer his thanks. He said, “I pray to gods, ‘it’s a bit late, but I am back safely.’” His bright smile was unforgettable.
八幡宮の獅子
2013年01月01日、長野県千曲市の武水別神社(たけみずわけ)にある装飾彫刻。扉を守るように一対で彫られていました。

祖父(93歳)は73年前、軍隊に行く際にこの神社にお参りに来たそうです。そして今年、73年越しのお礼参りをしました。「遅くなったけれども無事に帰って来ましたってお礼したよ。」という爽やかな笑顔が印象的でした。


A Guardian of Shrine
01/01/2013, a decorative sculpture above the door of one of the shrine pavilions in Takemizuwake Shrine, Chikuma, Nagano.

My grandfather, who is 93 years old, came here to pray for his safety before he joined the military. And this year, he came back here after 73 years for the first time to offer his thanks. He said, “I pray to gods, ‘it’s a bit late, but I am back safely.’” His bright smile was unforgettable.
See photo in original gallery.