http://air-ahead.tumblr.com/

portraitsofboston: “Hey man, take my picture!” “I can’t do it....

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 13:03:01 -0400

“Hey man, take my picture!”

“I can’t do it. It’s too dark.”

“Yeah, we need some light. Let’s go over there.”

“Are you homeless?”

“Yes, I am.”

“How long have you been homeless?”

“15 years. I’ve been in Boston 8 months. Before that I was in Washington, Virginia, New York, Philadelphia, Louisiana, Florida…”

“Why didn’t you stay in Florida? It’s so much warmer.”

“I wanted to see my family. But they don’t want to see me. They don’t understand depression. They treat me like dirt. Homeless people treat me better than my family.”

“And what happened 15 years ago? How did you end up on the streets?”

“I tried to burn myself twice. I had 30 surgeries. I was dead two times, but God brought me back. I don’t know why.”

“And why did you do it?”

“I was depressed. Why you crying?”

“Because you are a beautiful person, and my family is really messed up, and I’ve been very depressed. I think I can understand you.”

“Yes, I am a good person. And when you take people’s pictures, don’t disrespect them.”

“No, man, I won’t. I like people. That’s why I take their pictures.”

“And when you make your portfolio, don’t denigrate people. Let the pictures speak for themselves.”

“I will. Are you safe on the streets?”

“Yes, I am…And now I have $8 to buy me some food.”

“That’s all I have. Next time I see you, I will give you more.”

“No, man. It ain’t all about money. Give me a hug. And next time you see me, give me a hug again. And thanks for taking my picture.”

ifthese-sh33ts-werethestates: glorialovescats: visual...

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 16:19:58 -0400

ifthese-sh33ts-werethestates:

glorialovescats:

visual representation of putting your trust in someone

too powerful not to reblog

Compassion Alert

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:38:51 -0400

Compassion Alert:

sexistfacebookdudes:

TW suicide

Hey everyone, on the topic of helping out fellow tumblr users who are having a rough time of things, I thought I’d promo this blog to you all. They aim to be ‘reverse cyber bullies’:

Compassion Alert’s mission is to help Tumbloggers execute ‘reverse cyber-bullying’. We strive to let those who think they are alone know that they are not, with a strong focus on those who are considering suicide. Please note that this blog exists to show kindness to others, not to diagnose or cure depression, eating disorders, or other illnesses.

You can submit your own or another’s URL if you think some love and kindness from other users would be helpful. They have a focus on people who have posted suicide notes or mentions of suicide.

curiouserthanwonderland: beautifulwhatsyourhurry: arollercoaste...

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 05:42:08 -0400

curiouserthanwonderland:

beautifulwhatsyourhurry:

arollercoasterthatonlygoesup:

pandaheartsandart:

netforce0:

descartes-and-thosecartes:

sensorydeprivationprincess:

turboslime:

Say hello to mechanically separated chicken. It’s what all fast-food chicken is made from—things like chicken nuggets and patties. Also, the processed frozen chicken in the stores is made from it.

Basically, the entire chicken is smashed and pressed through a sieve—bones, eyes, guts, and all. it comes out looking like this.

There’s more: because it’s crawling with bacteria, it will be washed with ammonia, soaked in it, actually. Then, because it tastes gross, it will be reflavored artificially. Then, because it is weirdly pink, it will be dyed with artificial color.

But, hey, at least it tastes good, right?

High five, America!

oh my god

bitch that’s the tubby custard machine

im crying

^this

still of the belief that this is one of the greatest posts on tumblr

where is noo noo this mess needs to be cleaned up

myampgoesto11: Kimsooja: To Breathe - A Mirror Woman (2006)

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 03:16:28 -0400

myampgoesto11:

Kimsooja: To Breathe - A Mirror Woman (2006)

14737.) I let the man I'm in love with cheat on his girlfriends but he still chooses me every time. I love him despite this. I'm willing to marry him. He's helped me grow up, 3 and half years and I can't move on.

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 03:05:52 -0400

You deserve someone who doesn’t cheat on you. If you are willing to love someone openly and completely, and if you are willing to commit to someone for the rest of your life, they should be willing to do those things too. You matter too, OP. Don’t forget that your wishes are important.

k1mkardashian: this fish is more photogenic than me

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 09:31:08 -0400

k1mkardashian:

this fish is more photogenic than me

Recipe: Peanut Butter Cup S’moreo Bars

Sat, 01 Jun 2013 21:01:35 -0400

Recipe: Peanut Butter Cup S’moreo Bars

Drawing New York City from memory - artist Stephen Wiltshire

Fri, 31 May 2013 21:01:33 -0400

Drawing New York City from memory - artist Stephen Wiltshire

November Has Come - Gorillaz

Fri, 31 May 2013 20:54:00 -0400

November Has Come - Gorillaz

I got some bad news this morningWhich in turn made my dayWhen this someone spoke I listenedAll of a...

Fri, 31 May 2013 18:36:00 -0400

I got some bad news this morning
Which in turn made my day
When this someone spoke I listened
All of a sudden, had less and less to say
How could this be?
All this time, I’ve lived vicariously
Who’s gonna save my soul now?
How will my story be told now?

Made me feel like somebody
Like somebody else
Although he was imitated often
It felt like I was bein myself
Is it a shame that someone else’s song
Was totally and completely dependent on
Who’s gonna save my soul now?
Who’s gonna save my soul now?
I wonder if I’ll live to grow old now
Gettin high cause I feel so low down

And maybe it’s a little selfish
All I have is the memory
Yet I never stopped to wonder
Was it possible you were hurtin worse than me
Still my hunger turns to greed
Cause what about what I need?
Who’s gonna save my soul now?
Who’s gonna save my soul now?
I know I’m out of control now
Tired enough to lay my own soul down

—Who’s Gonna Save My Soul, Gnarls Barkley

Photo

Fri, 31 May 2013 18:26:30 -0400

Nutella Cinnamon Buns

Fri, 31 May 2013 18:15:35 -0400

Nutella Cinnamon Buns

Lake Simcoe, Ontario, Canada

Thu, 30 May 2013 21:01:41 -0400

Lake Simcoe, Ontario, Canada

Who’s Gonna Save My Soul - Gnarls Barkley

Thu, 30 May 2013 18:01:22 -0400

Who’s Gonna Save My Soul - Gnarls Barkley

Bagan, Myanmar

Wed, 29 May 2013 21:01:46 -0400

Bagan, Myanmar

Tue, 28 May 2013 21:01:49 -0400

Bagan, Myanmar

14513.) We were going strong for 9 months.. He stopped talking to me for about a months, and just this morning he sent a big sob story telling me goodbye. 11 page text, and he's gone. I'm done. I hate this world, i hate this life. Without him i'm nothing. I'm killing myself.

Tue, 28 May 2013 19:15:50 -0400

hold on, OP.

redefiningbodyimage: Yeah, I’ll say it - this universal call to...

Tue, 28 May 2013 03:18:49 -0400

redefiningbodyimage:

Yeah, I’ll say it - this universal call to action for women of the world to “love themselves” is overrated.

Strive for self contentment, be kind to yourself, be critical of media, remain vigilant in seeking empowerment and positivity when you can, form a relationship with your body, live well by your own standards, and by all means - love yourself, if that is within your grasp.

But if you can not find self love, for whatever reason and however long, know that you are not part of the problem.

You have been affected.

Unlearning the hate is hard work, but once we learn how to dismantle the inner-workings of a society and culture that permeates and surrounds our very existence, we can stand a chance of knocking it down.

In the meantime, don’t force it - stop blaming yourself for not “loving your body” enough.

You can not possibly be at fault, when the oppressive culture we live in is the main offender.

Casares, Spain

Mon, 27 May 2013 21:01:55 -0400

Casares, Spain