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LILIES IN THE WINDOW
The photo above was taken at dusk, seven months after my mom and brother passed. My first Easter without them was a sad and lonely time.
The beautiful Lily sat on my 46th floor windowsill in my NYC hi-rise in Clinton (often called Hell's Kitchen). The view faces north toward Lincoln Center. To the left (behind the SET sign) is the mighty Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge. The long street is 10 Avenue which is lit by red and green stoplights. During rush hour, cars and trucks add their red back lights. A magical sight, I call 10th Avenue my perpetual Christmas Tree.
Note: FYI...The SET icon which means "shooting film or video" was an error. It was my first digital camera and had no idea what I was doing. No idea how to remove it. I should have purchased a "Digital Camera for Dummies" manual, along with the camera. LOL.
Dear Lora,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the picture and the history behind it. As you can see, a lot of different takes came from it.
But please...tell me, what's with the SET icon in the corner.
Lovely picture. Poignant history. Sorry for your loss.
Shalom,
Rockstar
DeleteRochelle - Thank you for using my photo. Yes, many interesting, surprising stories. After your Set icon question, I added a note.
Lora, so sorry about your mom and brother! I understand how the light can look like a Christmas tree. They are beautiful--especially when you don't have to be driving! :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the picture and your story.
janet
DeleteLovely Janet - Thank you for stopping and commenting. I read everything you write.. because it's so beautiful..and a learning process for me.
That photo caption is better than any story. Thank you... and for the use of your photo. I'm sure they were looking down on you, making sure you were okay.
ReplyDeleteHello dear Ted... You have a knack for leaving lovely comments...especially to me. Thank you.
DeleteBeautiful as it is, a lily is so often associated with sad times, and when backdropped by the city, it makes a great prompt. Thanks.
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DeleteHi - Thanks for stopping by. Glad you enjoyed the Lily prompt.
Dear Lora,
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry about the loss of your Mom and brother. I enjoyed the view from the 46th floor and the little Set icon w/camera didn't distract me a bit. With my blurred vision the lights coming down 10th Ave made it appear the plant was holding a bottle--hence my warped story. It's nice to have you back on FFF.
ReplyDeleteDear Russell: Thank you for stopping by. Loved your witty story...as usual. It feels good to be back.
Dear Lora,
ReplyDeleteYour explanation for the SET icon made things very clear and I loved the view of the city. My uncle lived in a big apartment building with a view of the George Washington bridge. Used to enjoy visiting him. Your loved ones are ever in your heart now where they belong after passing and you keep them alive in a loving way.
Aloha,
Doug
DeleteHi Doug - Thank you for stopping by. Nice to know you have pleasant memories of the city. Hugs, Lora
Dear Lora
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your photo and also the story behind it. I sympathise on the loss of your mother and brother and send you hugs
Dee
ReplyDeleteHi Dee - Thanks for visiting, commenting and for the hugs.
I can understand your sense of loss. My dad, mom and brother are all gone now. It makes for some sad days when I allow myself to think about it.
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Thanks for the pic and the background.
ReplyDeleteSorry for your loss.
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