Crosses to bear

Hand-written notes, flowers, colorful inscriptions and various mementos stretch along a desert highway, hinting at sad stories and too-soon endings. Descansos, as they are called, commemorate a place of memory – they are a statement of love and grief. They also provide passing motorists a reminder to travel safely and, for those who stop to pay their respects, that life is short. Here’s a look:

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