When the streets knew his name (Weekend Street/Reflections # 238)

 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philly had changed, but Earl “Feather Hat” Johnson hadn’t—at least not in his mind. He stood by the rail, cigarette between his fingers, watching the crowd pass, oblivious of who he was. Back in ’72, people cleared a path when they saw him coming. He ran dice games in alleyways slick with rain, his pockets fat and his smile sharper than a switchblade. The cops knew him, the hustlers feared him, and the women… well, they always knew where to find him. Now, the city didn’t look his way. Just another old man in a beat-up coat and a hat with a feather that used to mean something. He took a slow drag, tasting the years on his tongue, and for a moment, the smoke almost smelled like respect.

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Reign of Rain (Weekend Street/Reflections # 237)

 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Rain taps soft and slow— 

father, child on wet pavement, 

time walks in silence.

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Silent Streets Weekend Street/Reflections # 235)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
 

In the shadow of the city, every soul stands apart yet shares the same street.

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Saxophone Whispers of Independence (Weekend Street/Reflections # 232)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

On the bustling streets of Philadelphia, a blind man sat playing the Star-Spangled Banner, his saxophone gleaming under the July sun. His fingers danced with memory, not sight, each note rising over the sounds of passing cars. The world passed by, indifferent, but I lingered with nostalgia tugging at my heart, lost in the melody’s promise of freedom.

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Mesmerized (Weekend Street/Reflections # 230)

 

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

In the shadow of the hanging ducks, we can find the weight of tradition, the beginning of an interesting story, or simply the promise of a good meal.

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Jacques Vane Private Detective (Weekend Street/Reflections # 227)

 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The Philly sidewalk was dull and grimy, a black-and-white blur of grit and secrets. Jacques Vane, trench coat flapping like a tired crow, trudged past a row of bikes. He didn’t look back at the woman in the white coat, but he felt her gaze—sharp, accusing, like a knife between the ribs. She knew something. They always did.

He was distracted by a man slipping a note to a stranger. Another scheme in this sleepless city. Lighting a cigarette, the ember flaring briefly, Vane growled, “Philly, you’ll grind us down.” The woman turned the corner, her jasmine scent lingering. He’d find her. He always did.

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Good Riddance (Weekend Street/Reflections # 223)

 

Doylestown, PA

Can you see the three faces behind the windows? Two were looking at me and one was looking at the biker who happened to be looking at me. I guess I wasn't very discreet.😏 

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Cigar Smoker (Weekend Street/Reflections #219)

 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Can you see a reflection in his glasses? It was a surprise snapshot, but he and his friends took it well, with lots of smoky laughter.😁

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Amish women (Weekend Street/Reflections # 216)

 

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I see an enigmatic smile on the middle woman's face.  However, when I focus on her eyes or mouth in isolation I don't see it anymore. 

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Perspective (Weekend Street/Reflections # 215)

 

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I took this picture through a clear plastic cup while sitting in a café-pâtisserie in Philadelphia. The man seemed isolated, trapped and tiny in a Kafkaesque way. 

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El Chapo? (Weekend Street/Reflections # 214)

 

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Several years ago, while walking around Philadelphia, I was startled by a man popping out of a hole in the street.  It was during the time that Mexican drug lord "El Chapo" was on the run after escaping from prison via a vast tunnel network. The scene seemed unusual and funny as I took his picture and said, "I found El Chapo!" I don't think the man saw the humor but it made me laugh.😀

If you don't remember or haven't heard about it, here's a news article about "El Chapo." Click

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Chinatown (Weekend Street/Reflections # 213)

 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

What were they saying to each other? 

Maybe, "Hey bro where did you get those giant cherries?" or "This isn't watermelon street"

They were speaking Chinese so I'll never know.

A point of clarity; the man was carrying two watermelons in a cherry box on Cherry Street.😆

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An accident waiting to happen? (Weekend Street/Reflections # 212)

 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Several years ago I quickly snapped this shot as I walked by. The man was struggling with the steps so I walked back to see if he needed help. Surprisingly after the slow start he finished with much more confidence and agility.

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Jeux d'espions (Weekend Street/Reflections # 211)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

He seemed like a mysterious man of intrigue. When he turned the corner he probably tossed the phone and hat and put on a fake mustache.😉

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Tattoo Parlor (Weekend Street/Reflections # 199)

 

Bristol, Pennsylvania

I haven't gotten a tattoo in over 25 years. Strangers used to stop me and ask questions about them.

Times sure have changed. These days it seems like almost everyone has at least one.

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The old fogey's stogie (Weekend/Street Reflections # 193)

 Newtown, Pennsylvania

“[Smoking a cigar] It’s like taking a luxurious bath instead of a quick shower.” – Denzel Washington

I prefer a quick shower. 😏

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Fatigue (Weekend Street/Reflections # 191)

 

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Something tells me that this little guy has a lot of energy. His mother looks worn out.

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Here's Johnny! (Weekend Street/Reflections # 190)

 

Newtown, Pennsylvania

This reminded me of a scene from the 1980 movie "The Shining", starring Jack Nicholson and Shelley Duvall. 

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The Reader (Weekend Street/Reflections #189)

 

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

She was reading Alethea Black's short story collection "I Knew You'd Be Lovely." It must have been pretty good because she didn't notice the camera right in front of her. 

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Family Circle (Weekend Street/Reflections # 184)

 New Hope, Pennsylvania

Around 10 years ago I had just walked out of a patisserie with a piece of Paris-Brest when I looked through a hole in the fence and saw what I thought would make an interesting photo. Sadly the patisserie permanently closed its doors last summer after 27 years, c'est la vie. Ironically, it was called "C'est la Vie."

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