I'm finally getting around to posting some photos from our trip to the USSC Big Show in Atlantic City last December. The story will be presented in 3-4 parts, beginning with this one.
A special Thank-You to all of those who assist us when we are on the road. There's no way we could do it without your help and kindness. Here's Our Visit To Ground Zero. Posted by Suelynn Sedor (Member # 442) on :
Wow Steve,
Those are some really touching photos. Kinda makes you stop and count your lucky stars.
Sue
Posted by Linda Silver Eagle (Member # 274) on :
What Sue said!
Dear Steve,
I saw a doumentary of Wild Horses in Mongolia, presented by Julia Roberts. (She's a Georgia bred gal, so I understood a lot of what she was saying.)
She described and filmed a world with no fences. Where the horses ran free and they didn't run off. As for the people, respect was the tie they wore. Their house was movable and "no" was not a response.
There was no such thing as privacy, however, this made the group more accountable to itself. As a result, they treated each other honorably. They encouraged each other.
They sang.
They were strong.
There was peace.
Privacy was not needed.
Ironically they are known as some of the most blood thirsty people on this planet.
The documentary had me thinking, we had that here, before...
Immediately after the clip, I saw your post, Steve.
(So...whilst on my DancinInnaRespirator Tour...I'll save a hug for you and Barb. I know it was tough trying to look happy in the pics you were taking...but, thank you for taking them.)
(Yes I thought the Barber's sign was funny!)
I read this when it first went up. I studied the photos and read the story, and studied the photos again.
I was taken with grief for those who lost loved ones. Especially those in groups, like the emergency staff, who lost part of their team, one of their buddies, in a selfless effort to save the lives of others.
But especially the group in the plane that avoided the president's location. I had lost a lot of faith in our government, as I studied the demise of my tribe. (Cherokee)...and now,the demise of the human race. The ones in the plane, really gave their lives...they asked for no uniforms, no pension, no glory, yet they chose to protect our leader. WOW. They could have just given up, yet they chose to go down in an honorable fashion.
I realized that we, on this planet are one with each other, with great sadness. It didn't just take me discovering Bill Kripinski's passion to understand there are many unconscious and selfish decisions being made on this planet.
After, I read your post, I was so overwhelmed by the comparison of both the worlds I had just seen, I didn't know what to say, but I did feel an urge to send some comfort to you, Barb and your hosts.
Posted by Bob Gilliland (Member # 28) on :
I just returned from attending two trade show events last week in NYC and paid a visit to Ground Zero. Steve, Mei Dick and Sun Hop Shing are both on Mott Street correct? This was my first trip into Chinatown and it won’t be the last. Neat area!! Next time I plan on budgeting much more time to take in the sites (and smells). There were about five different “calligraphy” artists that Steve mentioned along Canal Street. (Along with some kool markets (also along Walker Street?) The decision to visit GZ was not made until after we were done in Chinatown and done with heavy hearts; I’m still not sure the correct choice was made. Still pictures and video, IMHO, don’t do justice to the circumstances. (This, some 5+ months after the event) Truly an unfortunate and sad situation. Spent some time at St Paul’s Churchyard while workers were cleaning/restoring some rather old “markers” that were buried and/or damaged. (Graveyard is directly across from 5 WTC) I believe enough time has past and debris removed that there was no lingering “smell” to speak of. Plenty of work going on around GZ not only at ground level, but sub-terrain as well. The WTC station on the Blue line was open and the chosen means to get uptown away from the site. NYC “Finest” were everywhere, (midtown and uptown, not just downtown) friendly, and just down right pleasant to converse with.
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Next time I plan on budgeting much more time to take in the sites (and smells). There were about five different “calligraphy” artists that Steve mentioned along Canal Street. ![[Cool]](cool.gif)
(Along with some kool markets (also along Walker Street?) The decision to visit GZ was not made until after we were done in Chinatown and done with heavy hearts; I’m still not sure the correct choice was made. ![[Frown]](frown.gif)
Still pictures and video, IMHO, don’t do justice to the circumstances. (This, some 5+ months after the event) Truly an unfortunate and sad situation. Spent some time at St Paul’s Churchyard while workers were cleaning/restoring some rather old “markers” that were buried and/or damaged. (Graveyard is directly across from 5 WTC) I believe enough time has past and debris removed that there was no lingering “smell” to speak of. Plenty of work going on around GZ not only at ground level, but sub-terrain as well. The WTC station on the Blue line was open and the chosen means to get uptown away from the site. NYC “Finest” were everywhere, (midtown and uptown, not just downtown) friendly, and just down right pleasant to converse with. ![[Smile]](smile.gif)