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A Pool of Tears
Dedicated Memorial Day 2003
Concept Drawing The bugler kneels, head bowed after honoring another soldier with Taps. At the far end of a long reflecting pool, a young boy stands holding the flag of his forefathers tucked under his arm as he salutes the kneeling soldier. The boy is life-size and the relief of the kneeling soldier is 8 feet tall. The Design The idea behind the design was to honor all soldiers of all wars. The white finish represents the spirit of all soldiers past and future. Both sculptures were made using Winterstone. My nine year old grandson, Kolt, was the model for the little boy and the bugler wears the 1st Cavalry patch, my unit in Vietnam, now headquartered out of nearby Fort Hood. The bugle is modeled after one of the earliest bugles used. The Pool When I designed the negative edge pool and back wall that would be the foundation for the sculpture, I had no idea the premiere contactor for that type of pool was located just miles from Temple. Lew Akins and the staff of Ocean Quest Pools did an outstanding job of bringing the design to life. It was a perfect artistry partnership. An extra special thanks to Kim Mettenbrink with the Temple Parks and Leisure Department, who was the glue that made it all come together. |
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"I was with 1CAV 227 for 5 years and I am here to say thank you for what you have done for our country. Also for the legacy that you and the other brothers that bleed green left for us. You have some great art truly talented. A gift from God..... SGT Donald Goodnight RET.
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