When Life can Turn on a Dime.

[sheshe2]

When I stumbled across this picture (the second one) late last night, it chilled me. I started to cry. The photo was like a premonition of the events that were going to happen the very next day. There are many more happy photos in the first link.

I for one wish to thank Billie Weiss for his professionalism in his photographic essay on the events of April 15, 2013.

We are Boston proud~

Boston April 14, 2013
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Boston Red Sox pitcher Clay Buchholz delivers during the eighth inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays Sunday, April 14, 2013 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. Buchholz held a no hitter through eight innings.”



“Members of the Achilles Freedom Team of Wounded Veterans await an honorary pre-game ceremony Sunday, April 14, 2013 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”


Here is a set of my images from today’s game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays.

There was a lot going on around the park, so this is a mismatch of both the game action and features I shot. Clay Buchholz was dealing today, and pitched seven innings of no hit baseball. Go figure, seconds after I got down to the third base photo pit in hopes of some celebration photos, Rays second baseman Kelly Johnson broke up the no-no with a broken bat single to right field.

That’s how it goes.



http://billieweiss.wordpress.com/2013/04/14/boston-red-sox-photos-sunday-april-14-2013-vs-tampa-bay-rays/

Monday April 15, 2013
Photos: Boston Marathon Bombings, Red Sox Win.


“Boston Red Sox outfielder Shane Victorino jumps into a pile of players as they celebrate after walk-off RBI double by first baseman Mike Napoli to defeat the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in the bottom of the ninth inning Monday, April 15, 2013 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”



April 15, 2013 – Boston, Massachusetts, United States: A member of the Boston Fire Department reacts in a firetruck after two bombs were detonated at the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon. (Billie Weiss)


April 15, 2013 – Boston, Massachusetts, United States: Boston Marathon volunteers leave the scene near Copley Square after two bombs were detonated at the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon. (Billie Weiss)


April 15, 2013 – Boston, Massachusetts, United States: Ambulances line the street near Copley Square after two bombs were detonated at the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon. (Billie Weiss)

It’s crazy how things can change so quickly. On Monday morning, I photographed the Red Sox pull-out an emotional, hard fought walk-off win over the Tampa Bay Rays. In the afternoon, I was photographing the aftermath of two bomb explosions that rocked the center of Boston at the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon, killing three and injuring scores of others.

To be absolutely clear and upfront, I put lots of thought and consideration into how to display these photos, if even at all. Thankfully, I was nowhere near the finish line when the explosions happened, but some of these are still a bit tough to swallow. I also debated whether to post images from the Red Sox game. At a time like this, it’s hard to be sure if sports matter at all. But the Sox are a huge part of Boston. This city breathes baseball at this time of year, and so I think, given their emotional, late-inning win on Monday, the photos are both newsworthy and in acceptable taste. I also find it important to see how upbeat the atmosphere at the Park was, and how that all changed so swiftly.

SNIP:

I’m lucky I wasn’t close. I’m lucky I didn’t see what the photojournalists near the finish line saw and photographed. It’s impossible for anyone to prepare for a situation like this. Say what you will about how the media has covered this story, or others similar to it. The good journalists out there do it right, and it’s times like these that show the importance and necessity of this profession.

My heart goes out to everyone involved with the Marathon.
http://billieweiss.wordpress.com/2013/04/17/photos-boston-marathon-bombings-red-sox-win/

[In_The_Wind]

1. Boston is strong!

[sheshe2]

2. You are a sweetheart~

Thank you for reading it~

she~

[In_The_Wind]

3. It's a truth that will never be forgotten my friend.

Not as long as there are those who truly care as much as you do.

[Major Hogwash]

4. In an instant, with no warning of any kind.

These pictures are really good pictures.
We need to cherish what we have today.
Because it may be taken away from us tomorrow.

[sheshe2]

5. Thank you, Major Hogwash~

Cherish what we have, every minute!

[siligut]

6. So true

Thank you for the poignant reminder

[sheshe2]

7. Thanks siligut~

I am nothing if not predictable about Boston~

She bears remembering.

[freshwest]

8. What a powerful piece. Tears whenever I see these. Thanks Sheshe!

[sheshe2]

9. Thank you from Boston, freshwest!

[FSogol]

10. K&R. n/t

[Cha]

11. Very Poignant, she! I appreciate

you posting this for us.

To be absolutely clear and upfront, I put lots of thought and consideration into how to display these photos, if even at all. Thankfully, I was nowhere near the finish line when the explosions happened, but some of these are still a bit tough to swallow. I also debated whether to post images from the Red Sox game. At a time like this, it’s hard to be sure if sports matter at all. But the Sox are a huge part of Boston. This city breathes baseball at this time of year, and so I think, given their emotional, late-inning win on Monday, the photos are both newsworthy and in acceptable taste. I also find it important to see how upbeat the atmosphere at the Park was, and how that all changed so swiftly.

The Red Sox are an integral part of Boston and the juxtaposition of how fast life can change is an important reminder to us all.

I'm glad you "stumbled" on this, she.

[sheshe2]

12. I was looking for that one last picture to post to you last night.

That's when I found it!

Sort of like the night I was trying to find the link to who was speaking at the Boston Strong Concert. When I found that live feed!

You are my Talisman, Cha!

And The Talisman by John Steinbeck, was an all time favorite of mine.

thanks Cha!

[Cha]

13. Mahalo to you, she~

I hope more people get to see this heartwarmingly, poignant OP. It's about being strong and coming back in spite of what is thrown at you.

Were you able to pickup the People Mag on Boston Strong?

I feel honored to be any part of a catalyst of your great research projects(that Boston Concert Streaming online was like a Miracle!), she. You're an inspiration on this board, sheshe.. and I know I'm not the only one who feels it. Aloha~ We should have a little Shaka Smiley.. Wait, I do!

[sheshe2]

14. Bought People Mag. today

I had a two dollar coupon at CVS....yea! Only cost me $2 yikes....no wonder I never buy a mag off the newsstand!

It's sitting beside me, I will read it at work tomorrow!

Thanks Cha...don't make me cry.

I can make it, just can't shake it yet. I love your support and the others that fell the way you do.

then there is Sweet Caroline~

hug Cha!

[Cha]

15. Boston is a classy town! So you made sure we

cry, she. And, good ol New York, Sweet Caroline.

Yeah, I have to read anything at the Library that needs a subscription.. thank goodness for the US libraries! Glad you got the mag.

Here's to our Country being protected from any future terrorist bomb attacks. And, bless their hearts for trying.