Just a fence and some plastic

Just a fence and some plastic
Georgetown colors

The Kahn Parliament buildings

The Kahn Parliament buildings
I wept.

Penang Market

Penang Market
Plastic bags...

Sunday, July 3, 2011

Happy Fourth of July from Penang!

The light and shade on this doorway had me rivetted for a good 15 minutes and many variations on this photo. Something is glorious about the bluey overtone on the wall and the way the shadow comes down almost like a curtain.




















The camera I had to buy in Kathmandu two years ago after dropping mine in the mud on a night's trekking adventure is broken, and these are the last few photos that bear any resemblance to their subjects. It's sad because the camera has been a good friend, helping me capture the shadows and textures of my travels. Sometimes I wonder if losing it or breaking it are signs that I should be doing other things like writing or painting or sewing.










It is difficult to believe that it is the Fourth of July here but still July 3 in the U.S. Seems like the story of my life - I'm ready for the party, but it isn't until tomorrow! These photos are from the other day as I was walking around Georgetown around the heritage areas; because it isn't usually as sunny outside, the shadows don't compel me as much as they did this day. Today, too, comes with the depth of bright sunlight and darker shade - a glorious day for an early run followed by soft, sweet papaya, yogurt and coffee. DOES life get any better? I will admit that the things I miss most are family, Shadow and friends. IS there anything else?

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