In Defence of Walking Around Cemeteries
Spooky? Yes. Morbid? Perhaps. Bad idea? Hell no. Some may consider cemeteries to be dark and spooky places, and not the right place for a casual walk- but please take time to reconsider the humble cemetery as a destination. While the local parks may be loud, crowded, full of screaming children and piles of smelly dog shit left by inconsiderate jerks- the local cemetery is peaceful, and quiet. Most of the cemeteries in the Saratoga Springs area are also designated historical landmarks and are kept clean by staff who would probably like being acknowledged for their hard work. For those who have trouble walking on uneven ground, most cemeteries have narrow gravel roads, which make it easy to walk around much like the paths in the park. In addition, it is quiet and serene. You're probably not going to hear children throwing temper tantrums, or hear homeless people panhandle for change. Most cemeteries are regularly maintained by caretakers and hav
