I pass by this spot on my bike fairly often, and have seen the fella who lives there a few times. At the weekend there’s usually quite a few people walking or sitting by the river, but he remains the only one who has waved and given me a smile. A lovely big smile it was too.
Are the homeless still chased away “because the environment there needed beautification”, as a previous government put it? Your photo does suggest a faint link between the kids and homelessness, very chilling.
I know they are made very unwelcome in many places. There was also an incident a few years ago when a NPO was told to stop distributing food as kids may come into contact with those waiting for it (there’s a link here). That was something that came to mind when I took the photo. Also the children presumably walk by and pass the bridge regularly, as their school is a 100 metres or so down the river.
Jeffrey says
Wonderful but heartbreaking shot.
Lee says
Thanks Jeffrey.
I pass by this spot on my bike fairly often, and have seen the fella who lives there a few times. At the weekend there’s usually quite a few people walking or sitting by the river, but he remains the only one who has waved and given me a smile. A lovely big smile it was too.
Hans ter Horst says
Are the homeless still chased away “because the environment there needed beautification”, as a previous government put it? Your photo does suggest a faint link between the kids and homelessness, very chilling.
Lee says
I know they are made very unwelcome in many places. There was also an incident a few years ago when a NPO was told to stop distributing food as kids may come into contact with those waiting for it (there’s a link here). That was something that came to mind when I took the photo. Also the children presumably walk by and pass the bridge regularly, as their school is a 100 metres or so down the river.
Oskar says
That’s one of the best shots I have ever seen! Beautiful and melancholic…
Lee says
Thank you very much Oskar. It offers quite a contrast, that’s for sure…
Linette says
Wow. Excellent. Always with the keen eye.
Lee says
Cheers Linette. I knew the kids were going to go back across the bridge. It was just a matter of waiting.
winnie says
Beautiful picture but made me sad.
Will the young one become the next future fallen?
I am too afraid to know… 🙁
Lee says
Hopefully not, but it’s certainly a reminder of life’s uncertainties…
Laura says
As others have said before me, this is such a beautiful and poignant image. Lovely composition and colours too. Keep up the good work!
Lee says
Thanks a lot Laura.