I grew up in the Linda Pollin Memorial Housing Projects. First of all, I did not know that it was built in memory of Abe Pollin's daughter. In fact, I didn't even know the name, Abe Pollin. I was a child, so I thought it was just a name given to the apartments. At the time, my siblings and I had no idea that we lived in a housing project. Well, the complex had a swimming pool, and the grounds were well kept. Also, it didn't resemble the well known surrounding projects like Valley Green , Condon Terrace , or Wahler Place . The manager was Ms. Royster who was sort of a no-nonsense type of landlord based on the conversations I heard from grownups. However, she seemed nice; plus, we all played with and knew her son, John. Well, although Mr. Pollin passed away back in 2009, I would still like to thank him for building the "LP" as we used to call it. When I became old enough to learn that it was built by Mr. Pollin to honor his ...
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I agree with what you said about Wright. In the photo I am drawn to the man who is sitting and staring into the camera.
I love black and white photography, reminds me of some things.
You've got a special set of eyes.
Peace and Love to you and yours.
Have a GREAT weekend. Kiss the Mrs. for me - are you making her sunday morning breakfast? Just a thought. :-D
Yes, they are all different. They are probably wondering why this guy even wants to take this picture. :)
Cranky-
Yes, silent protest.
Faith-
Yes, a story could be written just from looking at them. Let the imagination flow.
Game-
Hello! Good to see you. Yes, we have been strangers. Thanks for the comment. I was quite taken by the photo when I saw it.
Dance-
You're quite observant. Interesting. The photo says so much. I will kiss the Mrs and I always fix her breakfast on the weekends. ;) It's good that you keep a brother on his feet though. Bless you.
Have a great weekend.
Peace,
Geoffrey
xoxoxo
Hello! Long time no see. You're so sweet. I thank you for the compliment. I'll have to stop in and visit your page too. Take care and many many blessings to you and yours. xoxoxo back atcha Peace~ :)
Hey Max! Good to see you brother. Thanks for the comment. Yes, I need a comtemporary photo to go with this as well. Peace
Yes, thank you. Today is my birthday. :)
Dance-
My wife put something together this past Saturday. There was cake, food, laughter and celebration. :)
Today, I'm just chillin'.
This photo makes me think of one of my favourite books. Their eyes were watching God. What lush, delicious writing.
Y'know, I can never figure out the haiku verse, I think it must have a certain number of words or something like that. I was reading some old, really reeeeeeally old verses from Arabia [translated into English], and they liked short lines back then too. I can't tell the difference between them and haiku.
Thank you. I need to pay you a visit.
Samara-
I felt it too. I was more interested because the photo was taken in DC and I thought it a perfect fit for the haiku. Welcome.
Thanks. The previous photo collapsed, but I hope this one is just as compelling.
GG-
Zora is one of my favorite writers and people. I love that book. I taught it to a class once and I really enjoyed reading it with the class.
Yes, the Haiku has a certain formula (5-7-5). It is all about the syllables. :) Well, It's always a pleasure. Peace~
Thanks. I had to represent old DC in this one.