The Christmas Tree is standing tall, lights gleaming, the weather has definitely got more of a bite to it now and the wine has been delivered. Christmas is approaching fast and getting near.
On the tree we have Gully Gawk, our Icelandic Yule Lad (more of a troll in my view) to remind us of our trip earlier this year to Iceland. It’s great to have a chance to get together, raise a glass and have some cheer.
Amid all of this, our streets are becoming home for more and more people. So as temperatures plummet let’s also think of those less fortunate than ourselves and make a difference.
Here is an image taken in Cork City last week.
Meticulous Mick 
Haunting shot, MM.
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Thank you Finola, all too common a sight in any city and town these days.🔔
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Very poingnant image John, and a sad indictment of how things have gone.
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Unfortunately I have to agree with you Aidy, Hope all is good up your neck of the woods, MM 🎅
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All good John. Have a happy Christmas.
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Have a good Christmas yourself Aidy, 🎅🎄🔔
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Compassion.
One love, one heart, one destiny…Bob Marley ♥
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That one word sums it all up nicely, thank you 🎄
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You’ve photographed this man very thoughtfully John. As most of us rush about ensuring we have enough delicious food to go on the table and presents under the tree for family and friends, it’s good to get a reality check that not everyone will be indulging and unwrapping on Christmas Day… that we need to support those less fortunate in any way we can. Thanks for posting this photo.
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We are all human beings. I spoke to the man first and explained why I would like to take the image and he was fine with it. Here was someone’s son, possibly a father himself, a softly spoken man, a human being. I am glad you like the result of the shot.
At this time of year I see so much waste and spending on absolute rubbish that I think we all need a prod (myself included). Hope you have a good Christmas yourself Margot….MM 🎄
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We have got to remember and provide food and warmth for them, John! And not simply at this time of year. Thanks for the reminder.
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Absolutely, it just seems even more poignant at this time…
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We are very lucky to have a warm house, it certainly is hard for some out there.
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Always a sad sight at this time of the year.
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Si=ome simply didn’t have much of a chance in my view. …
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We often don’t realize how fortunate we are. Thank you for this remindere
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‘Tis a sad part of the year…which is 2014, by the way! 😉
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Thank you for the spot – trying to do things way too quickly…..
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Thank you Dale, xx
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Thank you for the reminder John.
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This imagery always makes me sad … it makes me count my blessings. Always …
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