I can here the question mark in your head. But I have a series of photos that I took in Detroit that I would like to share even though it is a subject far from the usual fare at Lost in Arles.
I was moved by my brief time in the Motor City. The push pull energy while questioning, bitter bites of decades decay and small nickel tokens of hope raising up like flags of non-surrender.
It is an American dilemma.
There are a whole lot of symbols out there.
I have two more posts that I will share, also on the weekends. Food for thought, food for compassion hopefully. But if it is not your cup of brew, there is no judgement in that too.
Wishing you all well. Let’s keep our eyes open.
PS. I forgot to say thank you for your willingness to go along for the ride no matter where, friend that you are!
There are two other posts as well. This was just my first impression but I was really visually and emotionally drawn to the city. And lets hear it for the unions and for auto workers!!
Nina, it must break your heart to see Detroit's struggle. There is so much more that I want to see. I was truly fascinated and I can truly understand its hold on you. *hug*
Welcome, Sister. I really want to go back on my next visit–let alone we have to go back to Slow's!!!
oh yes!
loved these.
there is a hand-over-mouth-horror at what-has-become of certain Places, non?
where we grew up in england there were still bomb craters and makeshift playgrounds therein and the house plots that people had never claimed after winning them in competitions – standing empty – no heirs – from the time when there was a great exodus from england to australia and pre-internet, no one could trace them.
and the devastation of economics.
or just the passing of time (ancient greece, rome and bits of scotland).
wonderful. wonderful.
more!!!
*wavingwithjetlag*
tg xxx
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We've traveled to so many wonderful places and yet know so little about the U.S. I think this is a fabulous 'outing' from Provence – and an educational one as well. Thanks for the tour~
Jackie
xo
I'll go anywhere that you take me with your lens. I have shared this poignant post with my husband, who grew up near Detroit as the son of a union activist and auto worker. I'll let you know what he says about it.
My home town – once so beautiful and vibrant. Still breathing but with shallow breaths. I have travelled to many beautiful areas of the world, but this tough, gritty town still draws me in. Yes, some will wonder about this post, but I appreciate the contrast you present. Thank you.
Nina in Michigan
Yes, you captured it! It's so shocking – whenever I go – to be at some cool place (restaurant, club) right next to one of the vacant buildings you've captured. There is definitely sadness there – in person and in your haunting photos! It's my cup of brew – I'll take a break from Provence to be reminded of what needs attention in my state! Thank you for this post!