I know! I’m gadding about a lot recently. It’s a long story. This week I’m in Vienna. Strikes me as a conservative and wealthy city. It’s only my initial impression and I’ve never been here before. Right?
Wrong. Turns out today is the Gay Pride March. It’s my first proper Gay Pride. It’s got bells and whistles. It’s got knobs on. It’s the whole shebang.
We cheer it on, myself and the citizens of Vienna. The trams are rainbowed for the event, smiley police are drafted in, the city thumps to the beat of the drums. I love this world and everyone in it, especially those who celebrate by painting themselves beautiful, and doesn’t it just leave everyone else in the shade……
Alas, I was told that some time later the parade was attacked by christian right wing marchers coming from another direction. How dark and sad, in this city of ghostly memories.
I really adored this and the gorgeous colors painted all about…so sad to have anyone be attacked…I will get on my soap box and say I never understand any violence by so-called christians who claim to be religious, read and follow the bible and do work for God…such hypocrites and we have so many here.
Couldn't agree more with Donna's comments! GREAT captures and I so enjoyed heading over to view more of your street photography! You are a master!