Great to have you back! It’s been a complex few months, and it’s nice to hear from you again.
What an incredible story, and some really wonderful images. Thanks a ton for the pointer! I find that a much better use of a bunch of little flags.
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I was drawn back here when I saw this local story. It, of course, reminded me very much of your long ago post.
I need to catch up; but just the skim through your recent posts was a pleasant diversion. The photography is wonderful, as always, and the posts heartfelt.
Glad you are back online, you were missed in this little corner of Oregon.
The Donkey
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More intense than your usual post, and obviously something you fell strongly about. Having it sit at the top of the page all month has caused me to read it several times, and each has been emotional.
I for one hope you have more to say, and more to show us, in coming days.
]]>Thanks for your comments. I really like the idea of sitting out there eating an apple and thinking. I wish more people did such things. I also like your comments about the many Iraqi dead, most of whom had nothing to do with the attacks of September 11th, 2001.
BTW, I actually sent this in as a letter to the editor to the University Register, which printed it on Thursday (14 Sep).
]]>good points. i sat looking out into the mall eating an apple thinking about all those things that day. i also wondered how it is someone could forget 9/11. i am reminded of it every time i take a look at a newpaper or news site. 9/11 and the war in iraq are linked now. connected whether or not we thought they ever were 5 years ago. so we might also mourn the thousands of iraqis who have died (whether or not they needed to ) so we could be protected or for revenge or to make us feel better or some combination!
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