Ruby Tuesday: The Truck
March 30, 2009 | Filed Under Photo Blogging Theme Day, Ruby Tuesday | 15 Comments
I stood on the roof top of a building overlooking a highway, where this red truck had pulled over to the side of the road. Moments early, the front section of the truck billowed with smoke (By the time I got my camera, the smoke had stopped.).
The driver got out of the truck and checked around. He may have made some phone calls, I’m not sure but…
… within a few minutes, fire fighters showed up. They spoke to him for a few minutes.
I suppose there was no longer any danger because they left.
Not long after that, a police car showed up and regulated the traffic.
Soon, a white truck came to replace the red one.
Reporting from the roof top,
Paz
Oh, by the way, don’t forget to stop by WORK OF THE POET to see a fun line up of other photos with the color red in them and to learn how to participate in this fun photo blogging event.
Today’s Flowers
March 30, 2009 | Filed Under Flowers, My Dogs, Photo Blogging Theme Day, Today's Flowers | 28 Comments
In memory of my dog who just died a few hours ago.
Paz
Ed. Note: Thanks, everyone, for your comforting words. Much appreciated.
Shadow Shot Sunday
March 28, 2009 | Filed Under Apartment Buildings, Buildings, Harlem, Neighborhoods, Photo Blogging Theme Day, Shadow Shot Sunday | 16 Comments
Shadows spotted in Harlem.
Visit HEY HARRIET to see more shadow shots from all around the world and to learn how to participate!
Paz
Skywatch Friday
March 26, 2009 | Filed Under Hudson River, Photo Blogging Theme Day, Rivers, Skywatch Friday | 22 Comments
Under the night sky: Looking at New Jersey, across the Hudson River.
Visit SKYWATCH FRIDAY to see an awesome lineup of sky photos from all around the world.
Paz
The Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine
March 25, 2009 | Filed Under Cathedrals/Churches, Harlem/Morningside Heights, The Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine | 16 Comments
I love going into churches for different reasons like seeing the architecture and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere. The Cathedral of St. John the Divine is one of my favorites — It’s the largest Gothic-style cathedral in the world. The length of two football fields, it can hold 5000 worshippers and comfortably house the Statue of Liberty.
Several activities take place in the cathedral. My favorite service there is the Blessing of the Animals (The Feast of St. Francis). A few years ago, I took my dogs there and it was quiet an experience. I was surprised that they behaved themselves, along with all the other animals there.
All kinds of animals made an appearance, from dogs, cats, hamsters, snakes, to lizards and birds. A little girl next to me carried her goldfish in a bowl of water, while her brother carried his pet hamster in its little cage. Walking down the aisle to the church altar came an elephant, monkey, donkey, camel, horse… Watching the elephant walk inside the church was a sight to behold.
How fun to go to church with all of God’s creatures!
Paz
Ed. Note: In the comments section, Mari asked whether the construction of this cathedral has been completed. The answer is no. Construction is about two-thirds complete. It began in 1892. Work stopped during World War II. It wasn’t until 1979 that construction resumed again.
In 2001, fire damaged part of the cathedral. As a result of the financial burden of the fire, construction was again suspended and eight years later remains suspended. At this point, there are no plans to resume construction.
