Commuter Travelog - A Day in the City
It made me think of journeys, journeys to work in particular, and how the frenetic pace of our lives is all geared towards that goal of getting to work, performing our tasks, and then getting home again.
And in that process, we use so much energy. Literal energy - we are burning climate-destroying fumes in our cars, in our haste to get where we need to be. Bodily energy - the caffeine induced adrenaline of trying to overcome early starts and force our bodies to keep going. Psychological energy - we are absent, yet not relaxed, hanging on by a thread till the day is over. Tired parents missing their kids, lonely people surrounded by the swell of other bodies. All humans, together yet not connected. This was my day of trying to be present in that experience and looking at how people travel.
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The Day Begins |
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It's always Nine O'Clock |
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The Walk |
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Motor or not? |
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Bicycle Meets Art |
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Obey the Sign |
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I can Park though |
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Or I could scoot... |
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Walking, walking |
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First on the Platform |
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Rinse, Repeat |
11 comments
Great atmospheric photos, Cliona.
ReplyDeleteThanks John!
DeleteLoved this Cliona the pictures are great
ReplyDeleteThanks Jill :)
DeleteAbsolutely beautiful photos - so nice to stop and take in the moment :)
ReplyDeleteLovely photos - I used to hate my commute but sometimes it's good to actually look up and appreciate the views!
ReplyDeleteI like how you point out that daily travel gets boring and we sometimes forget to "stop and smell the roses". That's what your post reminds me of. I will have to try to do that today when I travel. Every now and then we need to check in with the natural world around us, even if its just a train station:)
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely idea. Great photos!
ReplyDeleteI like the idea of taking notice of what is around you on your commute. Sometimes it's hard to remember.
ReplyDeleteLoving this commuter experience depiction, the pictures remind me of my pre-driving commuter days
ReplyDeleteI love how you kept the photos black and white, it brings it to life.
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