Remembering ...

Today is the 2nd anniversary of the devastating Christchurch earthquake when 187 people lost their lives. Others lost family and friends, homes and businesses. Things were changed forever. The city was in ruins, and thousands of orange and white cones lined the streets of rubble. The first Christmas, people decorated the cones with tinsel, stars, solar powered flashing lights - it was amazing. Today, all the cones are decorated with flowers to mark the 2nd anniversary.

[Ann Stenson]

Such a terrible tragedy, But this shows the strength & courage of the people....Such a poignant shot!

[Françoise]

@annbo Thanks Ann.

[Caz]

Thanks for sharing Francoise, it shows how strong people are in the face of such tragic circumstances.

[Françoise]

@cazann They certainly are, Caz.

[Deb]

Can't believe it's been 2 years! Lovely shot to mark the anniversary. :-)

[Françoise]

@scarlettau Yes Deb, it has really gone by quickly.

[Judith]

I heard yesterday that grief never leaves us, we just learn to deal with it, and each of us to that in our own way. A great tribute to all those in New Zealand who have moved on despite difficulties faced. Two years, time goes by fast.

[Françoise]

@judi812 Very true, Judith.

[Therese]

WOW!!! Two years already! Wonderful capture!

[Andrina]

That's unbelievable ! Where does time go?? Great shot of a tragic event but also a demonstration of how supportive communities can be of each other!

[Françoise]

@andrina Thanks for your comments Andrina.

[Françoise]

@monkeykid Thanks Therese.

[Carren]

Beautiful tribute. That is so sad and scary!

[Françoise]

@nana2r Thanks Carren. Yes it was awful, but everyone has pulled together and rebuilding their futures.