Friday, January 29, 2016

Garden of Hope and Courage


The Garden of Hope and Courage is on a pond on the campus of Naples Community Hospital.


The garden was conceived by Jan Emfield, a breast cancer patient, and financed in large part by her family and friends after her death.  It is a place for cancer patients to relax, reflect and restore. 





The entrance to the garden features a three part sculpture by Naples artist Kathy Spalding.
On each side is a 1,500 pound featherlike bronze sculpture, with
the 500 pound figure of "Bloom" between them.


The theme for City Daily Photo bloggers on February 1 is
"A Scene from a Cafe or Coffee House."
at

17 comments:

  1. LoisJanuary 29, 2016 at 8:29 AM

    It is so beautiful Jack. What a nice tribute by her family.

    ReplyDelete
  2. John "By Stargoose And Hanglands"January 29, 2016 at 8:48 AM

    A beautiful and worthwhile memorial. Thanks for showing it.

    ReplyDelete
  3. KateJanuary 29, 2016 at 9:16 AM

    It definitely is a place for reflection and thought, planned I am sure for a feeling of serenity. It takes both hope and courage to face cancer; the memorial surrounded by nature is most appropriately named.

    ReplyDelete
  4. SharonJanuary 29, 2016 at 10:12 AM

    That is quite a beautiful space.

    ReplyDelete
  5. PerthDailyPhotoJanuary 29, 2016 at 11:09 AM

    Jack I love the way you've shown us the Garden of Hope, what a very serene place which I'm sure is very appreciated by it's intended visitors. A wonderful gesture by Jan Enfield's famille.

    ReplyDelete
  6. William KendallJanuary 29, 2016 at 11:19 AM

    Very peaceful, and fitting for its location.

    ReplyDelete
  7. jennyfrecklesJanuary 29, 2016 at 12:27 PM

    Very beautiful and peaceful. I would hope it can be enjoyed by anyone, not just cancer patients. A lovely way to pay tribute to someone.

    ReplyDelete
  8. Sylvia KJanuary 29, 2016 at 1:44 PM

    Oh, yes! Peaceful and beautiful it is and what a great gift to be able to give and to share!! Thank you for posting this, it is very moving!
    Enjoy your weekend, Jack.

    ReplyDelete
  9. jooJanuary 29, 2016 at 1:58 PM

    It's lovely, Jack!

    ReplyDelete
  10. EG CameraGirlJanuary 29, 2016 at 3:28 PM

    The garden's name is perfect for a hospital and a beautiful place to "relax, reflect and restore."

    ReplyDelete
  11. RedPatJanuary 29, 2016 at 5:38 PM

    This type of space is such a comfort to patients & families, Jack!

    ReplyDelete
  12. cieldequimperJanuary 29, 2016 at 5:39 PM

    Bimey, that's a lovely place Jack. Almost as nice as Elizabeth Park. :-)

    ReplyDelete
  13. LowellJanuary 29, 2016 at 5:43 PM

    Very beautiful. Re your comment: Didn't figure you'd like the "rant." You're one of the 1%. But it's all true!

    ReplyDelete
  14. HalcyonJanuary 30, 2016 at 4:54 AM

    What a beautiful space. I love the sculptures, especially the one in your first shot. She does seem to embody hope and courage.

    ReplyDelete
  15. Nathalie H.D.January 31, 2016 at 9:05 AM

    Garden of courage and hope, what a beautiful name. An inspiring place for everyone who visits I'm sure.

    ReplyDelete
  16. Nathalie H.D.January 31, 2016 at 9:06 AM

    The bronze feathers are amazing.

    ReplyDelete
  17. KayFebruary 3, 2016 at 12:03 AM

    What a gorgeous spot and a very kind and caring tribute. The sculptures are especially wonderful.

    ReplyDelete