Found Still Life on the Street

Even on the Street, I Encounter My First Photographic Love

“Crucifix on the Street” — Image by Author

This is Saturday morning in Oaxaca, Mexico. I’ve been here about six weeks now. To be in Oaxaca, after the last couple of years of craziness in the States, is a joy each new day.

After the first couple of weeks I settled into a productive routine. I like routine no matter where I find myself. It’s my way of staying grounded, happy, and grateful to be alive.

“Pineapple for Sale” — Image by Author

This routine begins with making coffee, as it’s impossible to begin a new day without it. Am I right?

Next I download the new morning’s thoughts in a journal. I then toss the coins, and read what wisdom the iChing offers for the day. The morning sequence ends with a fifteen or twenty minute meditation. And I’m good to go.

“Mercado Benito Juarez” — Image by Author

After finishing the second cup of coffee and pulling on my boots, I hang the camera over my shoulder, and I’m out the door. The earlier the better.