I was combing through old papers tonight, and I found my graduation speech for Tufts. It was awesome on so many levels to read and reflect on right now. Start in the middle(*) if you don’t want to read it all, because that part is the best. Enjoy! I love Somerville. The people, the places….It’s… Continue reading Life Advice
Tag: people watching
I went on a magic hour photography adventure with Anna* (top right photo; a brilliant photographer with a similar love for the city and the people here), and these were some of my favorites. Surprisingly (given the amount I talk with and observe strangers), I had never asked anyone if I could photograph them. Some folks… Continue reading
On Fiery Redheads
This article from Slate about the perpetuation of the sassy, fiery, stubborn, hot-tempered redheaded stereotype is an interesting read. The author asserts that she’s not one of them and doesn’t get it; I believe and respect that. I am probably closer to the stereotype and feel proud to be a redhead; for some reason though,… Continue reading On Fiery Redheads
People don’t get heard as much as they’d like. It was a great realization for me as a writer that people really want to be listened to. They are surprised that someone is interested, really interested. And you have to really want to hear somebody. A big part of it is tapping people’s natural desire… Continue reading
Off to work/school, Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, May 9, 2012 Yes, I’m dabbling in the world of Instagram (and enjoy it, too) to capture those unexpected neighborhood moments and scenes that embrace the essence of NYC and the people who live here. Even though a lot of people are leaving Instagram since its grossly expensive Facebook… Continue reading
Another awesome graffiti photo submitted by another reader James, who spotted this last year on the Williamsburg Bridge. It’s a lovely idea that evokes smiles and makes me want to take the time for unexpected communication. Afterall, who knows where a conversation with a stranger might lead?
On beliefs
A few nights ago, I went to a bar with a friend, and while we were sitting and chatting, this guy dressed in a red and black plaid shirt, tattooed arms, and those round earrings that stretch your ears sat down near us. He was an inebriated talker with a small amount of charm. He… Continue reading On beliefs
They’re strapping kids in to carousels now?!
friendsdressalike: sometimes friends dress alike on the highline. I was the gumshoe you guys! yay!
Amazing.
Jen Bokoff 
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