A Private Vigil

There were quite a few emotions tugging at my heart strings Saturday night while in Liberty State Park shooting the Tribute Lights of the World Trade Centers in New York City. Man...now that's a powerful and stirring sight that everyone needs to put on their bucket list.

 

I slipped away from the masses and headed down to the southern end of the promenade where there were very few people, to get a slightly different perspective to shoot from. It was nice. It was quite the change from all the chattering and bright lights of the northern end. It was quiet and peaceful with soft, sparse lighting. The mood was hushed and seemlingly a little somber.

 

While making a few images, a woman and her small child approached and took up residence on an empty park bench next to me. They never looked at me and we didn't exchange pleasantries like most everyone else I had met that night. They huddled up close to one another, took out and lit a tall glass candle and placed it on the brick surface between their feet and the concrete divide that keeps the cold flowing Hudson back. The mother pulled out her tissues, wrapped her arm around her daughter, pulled her in tight and proceeded to silently weep while staring out over the water to the two bright beams that stretched towards the heavens.

 

It stung to witness this. So badly I wanted to make it alright for them. If nothing less, just a hug...and reassurance that it will be...ok. But, not on this night. On this night, it was....A Private Vigil.

 

So, during the few moments we shared that space and time, I made this image...for them. Whoever you are...where ever you are....may peace be with you..............................

 

I appreciate the offers but please ***NO INVITES OR GROUP ICONS***

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