I took this photo at the Bolsa Chica Wetlands. These women sat on the bench to rest after walking just a short distance from the wooden bridge. From far away I could tell they were old friends. They would grab each other’s arms when they laughed and they laughed almost the whole time.
As I got closer I tried to eavesdrop for you, as you expect me to do, but all I heard was one say to the other, “I wouldn’t mind leaving,” and with that, they didn’t say another word and both got up and walked back across the wooden bridge.
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I love to include Orange County skies in with all the other skies from around the world in SkyWatch Friday.
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Today I’m listening to The Waterboys’
Their past and present friendship glows from the photo.
That should be a book.
You can see how comfortable they are with each other.
I love the picture…wish you could have caught more of the conversation.
It may have gone something like this: “hey, look at the loony woman with the camera. Do you think she is some sort of old lady watcher? perv.”
well. In my mind that is how it went down.
You know that will be us someday.
And we will sit there and say things like ‘remember when we had those things called BLOGS?’……
That’s lovely. And best song, ever.
You have the heart and vision of a poet.
You captured “friendship” on film. Thanks for sharing!
Suz: I think this was a neat capture buy the water, I’m glad they were able to share between themselves.
A photo like this can only be taken by someone who has a special sense of moments. You have a very defined one. Most people would breeze by this scene. This is what makes an artist. The ability to see the moment and express it in an original, interesting, new way.
I like that you didn’t get to hear what they were laughing about or what they talked about. Just the last line and then the vision of them walking back across the bridge (which I’ve walked a million times) is enough to make the story good.
Nice one today, Suz
I love this picture.
It speaks by itself.
No matter what they were saying, surely wise words and deep thoughts about life.
What else in this serene place.
That’s a perfect atmosphere picture.
Oh, and Mike Scott of the Waterboys is a GOD. He is one of the most underrated musicians of our time in my opinion. This song is one of his best. But you knew that already…
It’s difficult to make a b&W picture seem warm. This one does. Well done.
Crazy Great Picture..
The b&w was a great choice. It’s great having a friend like that with whom you can laugh and share.
Great shot. The way you described the two of them is really touching.
Funny, the photos I posted are also from Bolsa Chica. My first visit and certainly not my last.
A masterpiece !!! The way you have composed is class.
Excellent, excellent photo. Even if I saw the same scene I would never have taken an interesting shot like this. As for Bolsa Chica Wetlands, I love that place.
This is such a beautiful picture. Black and white photographs rock!! The contrast in textures is amazing and the subject heartwarming. Thanks!!
I love this photo ~ it looks wonderful in black and white!
A beautiful moment in time. Thanks.
Darling photo, isn’t it nice to see two girlfriends just enjoying each others company and the day.
Thanks for sharing, you always have such fun things going on in your blog space.
I love this shot. It speaks to old friends and a slower pace of life. Great capture. 🙂