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Day 24
It's been a long time since I've uploaded st for my 365 project. I restarted because I got a lot of comments from my friends lately. They asked me to restart, so I did. I have a few great ideas for other stuff.
BENGHAZI, LIBYA - AUGUST 10,1943: A view as the 376th Bombardment Group work in the blowing sand with a B-24-Liberator in the background at the U.S Air Force Base in Benghazi, Libya. (Photo by Ivan Dmitri/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)
The colors are starting to fade a bit, but for me, this is still the most poignant image of the campaign against senseless gang violence.
They can say "drop the guns" all day long, but those who are instigating and perpetuating the violence are not listening. This haunting image of a child, at an age where he will be pressured to join, or killed if he refuses, says it all...
Pilsen has undergone considerable gentrification over the past two decades, a process that has sped up in recent years. It is because of grassroots efforts to drive the gangs out that so many Yuppies now view Pilsen as a desirable place to live. Consequently, much of the violence has moved elsewhere, primarily to the Little Village and of the Yards neighborhoods in Chicago, and into western suburbs like Cicero, Berwyn and Aurora.
We need to eradicate gang violence wherever it is, and wherever it tries to take root.
I have photographed this mural before - back in May of 2012 - but went back and shot it in its present condition, especially because so many of Pilsen's iconic murals have disappeared in recent years. It is important that we maintain these iconic murals, not just because they highlight the struggle against gang violence, but because they are fine examples of the Muralist tradition that is so deeply rooted in the Mexican community.
Pilsen's demographics may be in transition, but its murals should be part and parcel of the new upscale Pilsen that will eventually emerge. If the Yuppies want to buy into that quaint mixture of Bohemian architecture and Mexican culture, they should be the first in line to fight for the preservation of these treasures. What I fear is going on right now, is that some newly-arrived business organizations think they can eradicate gang violence by getting rid of the murals...
In the meantime, come down and see these murals at 19th & Loomis, and stay for lunch or dinner at any of the wonderful restaurants along Blue Island or 18th Street. You might also want to visit the National Museum of Mexican Art, just six blocks west at 19th & Wolcott. Admission is free, but a donation is much appreciated.
A post and run shot because I've gone down with something similar to Huw , but in my throat. These are the antibiotics I was given yesterday as a precaution but needless to say I've had to start taking them today. Those who recognise what they are may think it odd because there are newer and more effective drugs available these days but it so happens there are very few that I can take, being severely allergic to them . Catch up when this nightmare is over .
Rotterdam Elektrische Tram motorwagen 537 ergens in de straten van Rotterdam.
Rotterdam Electric Tram motorcar 537 in the streets from Rotterdam.
Alco RS-3 No. 1554 at Scranton with a 12h30 excursion to Moscow, as Baldwin Locomotive Works No. 26 passes by with the “Scranton Limited” on 15th October 2016.
Twenty-six 24 Class locomotives were manufactured by Toshiba Electric Co in Japan and introduced to run on the mainline for Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) in 1987. The 24 Class locomotives were commonly seen hauling both the passenger express services and freight from the heart of Singapore to Malaysia. The twenty-six 24 Class locomotives were named after heroes and warriors from Malay folklore.
This KTMB 24 Class Model is controlled by 1x PFx Brick and powered by 1x PF L-motor with lights and sounds.
With all these models completed, I thought it would be a good time to have a 'photoshoot'. Taken after the Singapore Brickfest 2021.
To become your suicide blonde
To lie beside my Romeo
Oh what a wicked way to go
I've had the song E.V.O.L by Marina and the Diamonds stuck in my head for the longest time.
Sorry this picture isn't the best, but I thought Marie looked gorgeous in the new outfit I got.
31.8.24 Rebuilt West Country Light Pacific 34046 Braunton with Saphos Trains 'Lakelander' passing under the M6 after leaving Grayrigg loop.
Copyright Neville Wellings
Okay, so for this week I used a disposable camera to take pictures while I was working with inner city kids in Cincinnati. This isn't what you guys are probably used to from me, I am definitely not a journalistic photographer. Really I just spent my time enjoying myself and letting the kids have a good time. This collage is just intended to show my week. All of these were taken by me except for the two of me. I promise more photos this next week, because I'm actually in town.