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PG101 Rascal Flatts Theme "What hurts the mo

© Mary E. Lake

PG101 Rascal Flatts Theme "What hurts the mo

Uploaded: November 20, 2008

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My entry for the Rascal Flatts theme, "What hurts the most?". The homeless in our country is what hurts me the most. With the holidays coming it makes me so greatful for the wonderful family and friends that I've got, and the warm home with loved ones in it to come home to everyday. With the weather turning colder it's something I think of more often, where will these people sleep? Thanks for looking, commenting, and for all your suggestions. I appreciate you taking the time to stop by, read, view and mostly for all your supportive comments. Have a wonderful evening everyone.

Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/125 seconds, Flash: did not fire, auto mode, ISO: 160, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 70.00 mm, Model: DSLR-A100

Comments

Deb Koskovich November 20, 2008

A heartwrenching photo to be sure, but at the same time such a well executed image. Well done, Mary. #1038796

Arlene Krassner November 20, 2008

Very sad that it comes to this for so many.
Lovely effects Mary. #6781586

Tammy D. Ferren November 20, 2008

Beautiful colors in this, Mary. And wonderful commentary. A lot of people almost seem to feel contempt for their plight...but I always think......That wasn't what they dreamed of being when they grew up...... #6781594

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe November 20, 2008

Mary, this is a terrific capture of such a sad subject. Great presentation with wonderful colors and composition. #6781597

Bonnie C. Lackey level-classic November 20, 2008

Perfect title for this emotional image...great job, Mary. #6781612

David Phalen November 20, 2008

Excellent work and message Mary!! HTD!! #6781631

Mary E. Lake November 20, 2008

Deb, Arlene, Tammy F, Tammy A, Bonnie, & David, thank you for all your kind supportive comments. #6781792

Dr Silly level-classic November 20, 2008

This is a sad photo, there are way to many people in the world like this. Wonderful capture on your part. And comment about it from you. :O) #6781990

Nikki McDonald level-classic November 20, 2008

Well taken, nicely composed, excellent effects on this touchingly sad capture. Thanks for your words, too. HTD, Mary. #6782144

Cheryl E. Davis November 20, 2008

A very touching image, and so true. It is always so sad to see a homeless person. Our church is collecting blankets this week to give to the homeless. Wonderful theme entry and nice effects. #6782225

Mary E. Lake November 20, 2008

DrSilly, Nikki, Cheryl, thank you all so much for your kind comments, :) #6782245

Corinne M. Thompson November 20, 2008

Mary, this is an exceelent image and theme entry! #6782363

Patti Coblentz November 20, 2008

It is hard to imagine her heart and soul...how very sad...and look at all that stuff she has with her. I have a very GOOD story about a blind homeless man in New York that always warms my heart. He was in front of Tiffany daily selling pencils when he & dog were hit by a taxi. The whole of NY was devasted and pitched in to help him & his dog to recovery. Someone eventually found his long lost sister who was overjoyed to find him & I hope all went well from there. It was amazing how the whole city got behind this man and his dog (family). Patti #6782742

Katarina Mansson November 21, 2008

Stunning street photography Mary! Perfect for the title as well. Happy theme day! #6783253

Keith Butler November 21, 2008

great image and theme Mary! #6783622

Mary E. Lake November 21, 2008

Corinne, Patricia, Katarina, & Keith, thank you very much for your comments.

Patti, it is amazing what people can do in times of desperate need! Thank you for sharing your story with me and everyone else that reads it. :) #6783679

Vicki L. Filippin November 21, 2008

Mary...photographically, this image is perfection IMHO...it's the epitome of photojournalism, but hard to explain if it's at it's best or worse. My family has always tried to do our part in helping those less fortunate, but it seems that as the years go on, it's a battle we may not ever win. Food pantries all over the country are at all time lows due to the current economic situation. It certainly DOES make you think twice about how blessed we really are yet we need to know that any one of us could be just one paycheck away from being where this woman is right now.
Thanks for sharing such a powerful image and story. #6784111

Susie Peek-Swint November 21, 2008

A very powerful and poignant capture Mary .. it fits the theme title well and also makes people think a bit more about the situation on our streets.. in tough times it's easy to ignore the homeless but if we all just give a bit more we might be able to make a difference ~ thanks for sharing! #6784217

Kristy A. Keene November 21, 2008

Powerful and Wonderful Capture! HTD!!! #6784430

Mitch Spence level-classic November 21, 2008

It's hard to say "beautiful" in this sad context, Mary, but your shot is a beautifully presented story of what does indeed hurt the most, homelessness. #6784527

Mary E. Lake November 21, 2008

Vicki, Susie, Kristy, Mitch, thank you all for your wonderful response to this very sad photo. It really is one of the things in this world that hurts me the most. I agree Vicki, that we are all but one paycheck away. I actually used this same photo on another site months ago and had put the saying in it that we are all but one step away. Bless you all who have responded with such concern and caring for what we see in this photograph. #6785673

Elida Gutierrez level-classic November 21, 2008

Touching!!!

TEARS. #6786181

Donna La Mattino Pagakis November 21, 2008

A great theme entry, sad though.

A real story telling image Mary! #6786272

Mary E. Lake November 21, 2008

Thank you Elida, & Donna. #6786792

Paul Goodman November 21, 2008

wonderful image , there is def. a story there. great work! #6786887

Mary E. Lake November 22, 2008

Many thanks Paul, :) #6788660

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna November 22, 2008

An awesome image, taken with a wonderful eye, Mary!!!!! It sure makes a person sad though!!!! k #6790138

Mary E. Lake November 22, 2008

I definatley agree Kitty, made me sad to see her there. It was warm then, but now I wonder where she is sleeping at night. Thank you for your kind comment, I really appreciate it. :) #6790612

November 24, 2008

Mary a very powerful photo and dialogue. Beautiful colors and details. Great composition. #6796295

Mary E. Lake November 24, 2008

Thank you very much Janet, :) #6798750

Marilyn K. Lincecum level-classic November 25, 2008

Beautiful image, but so sad. Wonderful colors and textures. #6803019

Karen E. Baumann November 27, 2008

This is an amazing image, Mary. It makes me wonder what her thoughts were when she knew you were taking her picture...such a good representation of those who carry their load wherever they go, exposed to whoever may be passing by... lots to think about on this day of Thanksgiving. Very nicely presented. #6816329

Mary E. Lake November 27, 2008

Marilyn & Karen, thanks so much for your thoughtful comments.

Karen, actually she didn't know I took her photo, I didn't want to embarass her. We all have so much to be thankful for. I only hope she's found shelter as the weather here is getting colder. Blessings to all of you and your families for this holiday season. #6816580

Courtenay Vanderbilt November 29, 2008

Very touching image and message Mary. I too hope she finds shelter. #6827098

Mary E. Lake November 29, 2008

Thank you Courtenay, I also hope that she finds the shelter that she needs. #6827614

Gina Cormier December 03, 2008

Fabulous and powerful image Mary! Color is just great! What effects do you use? I'm new and learning. #6845926

Mary E. Lake December 03, 2008

Gina, this too was topazed!! Thanks for all your wonderful supportive comments. :) #6846115

Kim Andelkovic July 17, 2009

This truly is sad to see in this day and age......makes you wanna get out there and help them but there are just so many......makes you wonder what is the governments doing.....

Wonderful street Doc image Mary and the treatment really suits it. #7750435


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