Tag: Life
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The Perfection of a Single, Falling Leaf
The Wissahickon Valley in Philadelphia’s northwest corridor has inspired creatives for centuries. Following are a few gifts–in the form of words and images–bestowed to me by the wild and wonderful Wissahickon. Contemplate the perfection of a single falling leaf: unannounced, unassuming like a simple, solitary sage who’s reached his expiration. The time comes to let go,…
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Shutter-Happy
Sixteen photos inspired by Philly Photo Day. Biker along Kelly Drive East Coast Boxer Midvale Avenue Vain Futility Baby Girl the Boxer A woman searching for In Riva Restaurant. (I know this because shortly after I snapped this photo, she turned around and asked me if I knew where it was located.) John, the landscaper…
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Perfect Sunset
Crisp autumn evening, sunset reflecting on lake, a dog at one’s side. Shadow and Scott, (2013)
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It’s What’s Inside that Counts
Some believe that a girl should never give up a good apartment—not even for marriage. However, I didn’t get that particular memo until long after I’d already married (and long after I’d traded in my studio for a larger unit, sans the dazzling skyline view). Do I wish that I’d kept the place, so that…
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Thought for the Day
“Only when we know our own darkness well can be be present with the darkness of others. Compassion becomes real when we recognize our shared humanity.” -Pema Chödrön, from p. 73 of Comfortable with Uncertainty Warsaw Ghetto, (Acrylic on Canvas, 2001)
Virtually Gina 