Although Anne Arundel County is a suburb of both Washington DC and Baltimore, I hardly ever find a reason to visit those cities. I have more than enough to keep me happy and occupied right here in my own little corner of the universe. But sometimes, I am coaxed into their grey landscapes ( in this case, a gift certificate for wood-fired, gluten-free pizza inspired a mini road trip).
While searching for parking in DC, I noticed this whimsical sight amidst all the concrete. It was a quick snap with the camera phone, and a clumsy zoom. But the glimpse of the giant stuffed animals seemingly paying rapt attention to an unseen speaker made me smile.
On the second pass round the block, I noticed that the store was empty and dusty. I don’t know why these animals were there in the window, or how long they will wait. Street-art commentary about the state of Congress or randomly aligned pile of toy store overstock?
Whatever the reason, that small detail of soft acrylic fur within a long wall of hard concrete and glass made me feel just a little bit warmer.
(And the pizza was worth the journey.)
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love your photos and information
Thanks, Terry. Lately I feel like I’ve been living under a rock, so getting feedback from you really makes my day!
How sad that those stuffed animals were left in an abandoned building. I’m glad you enjoyed your pizza.
You know, I initially felt sad about that too. funny, since they are just objects, like a pile of boxes left behind. But their faces must make me more likely to “feel” for them. When I took a closer look, and saw that they all looked happy and engaged, I felt better. Weird.
On the other hand, having worked in nursing homes, i also know that those happy faces could have gone to good use giving some lonely folks something warm to cuddle.
It would depend on your mood at the moment how you responded to them. Do you think the animals are there to catch someones attention to the fact that the building is empty to aid in renting it out?
Nope. Everything is dusty, so I don’t think it’s staged. And who else would feel sorry enough for a pile of stuffed animals to take a second look ?
Beautiful shots, they look like classic old photographs. I love it
I’m glad they don’t look too bad. Taken from a moving car, with a camera phone. I actually think they look better than some of the photos I’ve taken ” on purpose”. Maybe drive by photos should be my style.
BTW you have a cute like button
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“… fur within a long wall of hard concrete and glass…”
- nice story!
Thanks!
Stunning and beautiful images and effects. A post that captures the fun and excitement in an urban setting. Poetic words that flowed so soothingly.
Thank you so much for your kindness!