Lost in Translation

Thursday’s Special: Graffiti

Finally I have some kick-ass graffiti to show you. This appeared in my neighbourhood just two weeks ago. I am sad to report that two homeless persons died in a fire there last winter, hence the inscription on the house. After the last flooding that hit the eastern parts of the country a lot more people will be left without homes. I can only wish and hope that the government will do everything possible to help them restore their lives.

I would be happy to see your contributions to Thursday’s Special, so leave me the link in the comments section. Happy Thursday!

Please check out the entries to Thursday’s Special:

Paula

May 22, 2014

Croatia, Thursday’s Special

graffiti, photography, Thursday’s Special, Zagreb

80 responses to “Thursday’s Special: Graffiti”

marc bourbon

May 22, 2014 at 12:29 am

c’est très joli ces graffitis ça change complètement, en mieux, la façade

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1. Paula
  
  May 23, 2014 at 9:50 am
  
  Je suis d’accord Marc 🙂 Merci
  
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alexraphael

May 22, 2014 at 1:13 am

Colourful!

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mooonalila

May 22, 2014 at 1:15 am

Joyeux ! 😉

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1. Paula
  
  May 23, 2014 at 9:41 am
  
  🙂 Merci Julie. J’aimais bien tes fleurs macros 🙂 Bisous
  
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themofman

May 22, 2014 at 1:20 am

This graffiti deninitely livens up the spot.

I’ve been hearing about the flooding on the news over here, and I thought about you instantly. I realized that you may be in a part that wasn’t hit but that you may have friends or family in places that have been.

Over here, citizens with cultural ties are organizing care packages to be sent there.

All the best to you, Paula.

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1. Paula
  
  May 22, 2014 at 10:18 am
  
  Thank you for this message Allan. Help is getting here from many places and it is restoring our faith in humanity. Can’t thank you enough for your thoughts and good wishes.
  
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jmsabbagh

May 22, 2014 at 1:32 am

Beautiful colorful feathers but the reality remains,Time is merciless.

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1. Paula
  
  May 23, 2014 at 10:56 am
  
  You are right, Jalal. Your visit and comment is much appreciated.
  
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  1. jmsabbagh
    
    May 23, 2014 at 3:52 pm
    
    My pleasure dear friend.Be safe.jalal
    
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NW Frame of Mind

May 22, 2014 at 2:18 am

I’m sorry to hear about the fire and floods, Paula but on a brighter note, your photo and the colorful graffiti is great!

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1. Paula
  
  May 23, 2014 at 9:51 am
  
  Many thanks dear Lisa 🙂
  
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Suzanne

May 22, 2014 at 3:23 am

Very cool. 🙂

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1. Paula
  
  May 22, 2014 at 10:41 am
  
  Thanks Suzanne. I tried to reach your blog, but there is no link on your gravatar.
  
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  1. Suzanne
    
    May 23, 2014 at 8:33 am
    
    Isn’t there? I thought I fixed that. Here’s the link to my main blog http://artifactsandfictions.wordpress.com/. Thanks for letting me know about the problem. I’ll try to fix it (yet again.)
    
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morselsandscraps

May 22, 2014 at 5:19 am

This is wonderful house decoration. Very different from the fading painting in Warsaw and Radovlicje. I hope I see something that special today.

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1. Paula
  
  May 23, 2014 at 9:52 am
  
  I hope you will and share it with us later. Have fun! 🙂
  
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Crowne Plaza City Center, Tel Aviv | Cardinal Guzman

May 22, 2014 at 6:41 am

[…] bopaula.wordpress.com/2014/05/22/thursdays-special-graffiti/ […]

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travtrails

May 22, 2014 at 8:15 am

Certainly draws attention to the tragedies

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restlessjo

May 22, 2014 at 8:35 am

You know I love water, Paula, but it can have savage consequences. Tragic for so many people. I have no idea how I would ever recover from losing everything like this.
Thank you for your moving post this morning. Hugs!
Still too much work?

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1. Paula
  
  May 22, 2014 at 9:37 am
  
  Hello Jo. My grandparents lost everything they had 50 years ago in a flood in this very neighbourhood where I live today. They were rescued by boats and had.to row their way out. They recovered from that devastating experience. I hope these people will too. I have had a couple of intense days with meetings, working from home today and changing offices tomorrow – it will be busy. Sending you hugs
  
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  1. restlessjo
    
    May 22, 2014 at 10:06 am
    
    I didn’t realise you were in such an ‘at risk’ area, Paula, but nature is so unpredictable right now, isn’t it? Take good care of yourself and try to have some fun at the weekend.
    I don’t think I will be chasing those Romans after all. 😦 From glorious Summer the weather has turned wet and miserable approaching the Bank Holiday. I’ll get there sometime this year though.
    
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    1. Paula
      
      May 22, 2014 at 10:13 am
      
      Thank you, Jo. Since 1960’s they built flood embankments in the capital and I am sure we will be ok here. It isn’t fair that weather should go bad at the time of holiday. I am sure you will find something fun to do. Maybe Zumba? Keep me posted on your escapades 😉
      
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      1. restlessjo
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:16 am
        
        There is a local walk in a very beautiful area up on the Moors and I’m still hopeful for Monday. The Roman wall is bleak in indifferent weather. I know from past experience. How they managed it in those short skirts! 🙂 🙂
        
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        Paula
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:20 am
        
        😀 What is the name of your place Jo? I am googling you on google map.
        
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        restlessjo
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:22 am
        
        Carlton-in-Cleveland 🙂 We will be at the top of the very steep bank at Lord Stones cafe for a cuppa afterwards.
        
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        Paula
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:24 am
        
        It is beautiful!! I can see tall trees and lots of sheep :). Going to that cafe now 😀
        
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        restlessjo
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:26 am
        
        I’ll join you! Oh, this wonderful virtual world of ours 🙂
        
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        Paula
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:31 am
        
        😀 Whenever I can I do virtual travelling.. There is something comforting about staying warm at home and seeing half of the world at the same time.One of my passtimes is to plan ahead travels that may or may not happen. I have archives with a selection of hotels for every region in Italy I still want to visit, and now my Northumberland plan is almost ready. I saw a series of documentaries about Northumberland, and am convinced that we should go up there. Have you been to Farne island? Were you pooped on?
        
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        restlessjo
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:41 am
        
        I last went to the Farne Islands on a school trip! And I think I was lucky 🙂 Lindisfarne is the most magical spot. And I love the walk from Dunstanburgh Castle too. What kind of dates are you thinking?
        
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        Paula
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:42 am
        
        July 2015 😀
        
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        restlessjo
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:47 am
        
        I can be around then 🙂 🙂
        
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        Paula
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:48 am
        
        🙂 Super 😀 we should meet at the Wall with our pants on 😀
        
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        restlessjo
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:52 am
        
        Excellent idea. It can be breezy 🙂
        
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        Paula
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:53 am
        
        😀
        
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        Paula
        
        May 22, 2014 at 11:13 am
        
        I am at the cafe now. Seeing a bunch of cars parked outside, but not yours? What coffee should I order for you?
        
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        restlessjo
        
        May 22, 2014 at 11:15 am
        
        I think just a regular cappuccino would do, but don’t order just yet- I’m still walking!
        
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        Paula
        
        May 22, 2014 at 11:16 am
        
        😀
        
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76sanfermo

May 22, 2014 at 10:22 am

Ho letto attentamente le notizie sulle alluvioni e ho visto che la tua zona non era stata colpita ,anche se rimane il dolore per tutti quelli che hanno perso tutto……!
La tua foto e’ bellissima e ora conosco il significato di quei graffiti.

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1. Paula
  
  May 22, 2014 at 10:33 am
  
  GRAZIE Anna. This is the last thing my country needed right now 😦 I am hoping and praying for them.
  
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Sreejith Nair

May 22, 2014 at 10:36 am

Beautiful wall art perfectly captured….

It’s sad to hear the story behind, though.

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1. Paula
  
  May 22, 2014 at 10:37 am
  
  Thank you Sreejith. It puts things into perspective, doesn’t it? Just seeing it reminds me of how trivial my daily problems are.
  
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  1. Sreejith Nair
    
    May 24, 2014 at 5:42 am
    
    You are absolutely right, Paula.
    
    Seeing the beautiful wall art, I couldn’t imagine such a sad story behind.
    
    That’s life, right?
    
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Rondje

May 22, 2014 at 10:40 am

Great photo and graffiti! Love it when they brighten up these abandoned places
Have a great day!
Greetings, Ron.

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1. Paula
  
  May 22, 2014 at 10:43 am
  
  Thanks so much Ron. Have a beautiful day! P. 🙂
  
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Cardinal Guzman

May 22, 2014 at 10:50 am

I hope people with get the help that they need regarding the flood.
It’s nice to see some graffiti in your blog too 🙂

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1. Paula
  
  May 22, 2014 at 10:51 am
  
  I thought of you when I captured it 😀
  
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Sonel

May 22, 2014 at 11:13 am

That’s indeed some kick-ass graffiti and shot there Paula! Great post and love the music hon. Awesome! 😀

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Lignum Draco

May 22, 2014 at 2:21 pm

This is a lovely burst of colour. Sorry to hear about the local flooding though. I hope you’re OK.

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1. Paula
  
  May 22, 2014 at 2:25 pm
  
  Thank you Draco. I appreciate your concern. We are OK in the capital.
  
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Amy

May 22, 2014 at 3:14 pm

Glad to know you are okay, Paula!

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1. Paula
  
  May 22, 2014 at 5:29 pm
  
  I appreciate your concern Amy.
  
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alessandro ciapanna

May 22, 2014 at 6:32 pm

Excellent graffiti, wonderful image. Dreadful reality, though. For what it may count, my thoughts are with your people at this time, Paula.

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1. Paula
  
  May 22, 2014 at 8:29 pm
  
  This means a lot, Alessandro. Un abbraccio
  
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anotherday2paradise

May 22, 2014 at 9:33 pm

This is wonderful graffiti, Paula. So bright and colourful for a place with such sad memories.

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Stephen Kelly Creative

May 22, 2014 at 10:19 pm

Now you’re talking, Paula! Very cool street art. I’m always interested in street art in other cities, especially European cities, where it seems they really like to go big. Also, what’s the music? It goes nicely with the photo … it’s actually a little eerie, especially the beginning. The mid-section has some very strong Native American music overtones, except phrased in a hip-hop delivery. Interesting!!!

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1. Paula
  
  May 22, 2014 at 10:27 pm
  
  I am really glad you like it Stephen. We rarely get to see some cool graffiti in Zagreb. The music is by “Sacred Spirit” (musical project: electronic, new age, ambient, world)
  
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  1. Stephen Kelly Creative
    
    May 22, 2014 at 10:34 pm
    
    Hi Paula … I just checked out Sacred Spirit on iTunes, and it looks like all of their music is based on Native American chants and dances. Very, very cool! Got tyo explore this deeper!
    
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    1. Paula
      
      May 22, 2014 at 10:39 pm
      
      To be honest Stephen I only discovered them some days ago when I planned music for this post :D. Isn’t it lovely to share 🙂
      
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      1. Stephen Kelly Creative
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:41 pm
        
        It is!
        I actually find it pretty amazing that you’re in one part of the world, and I’m in another, yet we’re conversing as if we were in a coffee shop! Sometimes you gotta love social media (sometimes)
        
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        Paula
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:47 pm
        
        Yes, and sometimes we do love it 😀
        
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        Stephen Kelly Creative
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:57 pm
        
        I know … we do. And look at all the cool, interesting people from all around the globe that we meet!!!
        
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        Paula
        
        May 22, 2014 at 10:58 pm
        
        🙂 🙂
        
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y. prior

May 22, 2014 at 10:24 pm

well Paula = you get a a gold star for starting this post so well – I mean – if that opening line does not draw you in – well…. ha! just awesome – and says so much about your fun personality with the “finally….and the “have some kick-ass” – but it also reminds me to how photographers have their eye out for certain topics – and well, glad you found the graffiti shot – and what a tribute to the two lives lost. Love the art – and the bricks in the bottom of the building. 🙂

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1. Paula
  
  May 22, 2014 at 10:38 pm
  
  That’s kind of you Yvette. I like these old houses with character although they call for trouble. You should see dull buildings that arise at their place when they finally tear them down. These bricks caught my eye 🙂 You have an observing eye 🙂
  
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  1. y. prior
    
    May 22, 2014 at 11:06 pm
    
    well thanks Paula!!! – and I will have a plain cappuccino like Jo – 🙂 ha!
    
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    1. Paula
      
      May 22, 2014 at 11:10 pm
      
      I wasn’t aware you lived close to her?
      
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      1. y. prior
        
        May 23, 2014 at 5:07 am
        
        I don’t – I am just talking blog talk – seems there are a lot of virtual coffee invites here and there – 🙂 have a nice night –
        
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Quirky Artist Stories Nbr 1 – Nancy Drew and the Case of the Purloined Heron | Babsje Heron

May 23, 2014 at 2:36 am

[…] Thanks to Paula for her wonderful Thursday’s Special Non-Challenge. […]

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babsje

May 23, 2014 at 2:49 am

At marvelous graffiti you have captured, Paula! But how tragic about the fire and the recent flooding – there has been quite a bit of news coverage over here about it, and I have been thinking of you and people there. May compassionate assistance be freely available to all in need.

And on a lighter note, here’s my submission for your Thursday’s Special Challenge – it was a bit of a fun mystery.

Quirky Artist Stories Nbr 1 – Nancy Drew and the Case of the Purloined Heron

Quirky Artist Stories Nbr 1 – Nancy Drew and the Case of the Purloined Heron

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lumar1298

May 23, 2014 at 3:49 am

I’m so sorry to hear about the floods and devastation. Lots of blessing to you and your family. On another note, the pictures are great… Take care, Lor

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1. Paula
  
  May 23, 2014 at 9:40 am
  
  Thank you from the bottom of my heart dear Lor
  
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Paint-free graffiti | Le Drake Noir

May 23, 2014 at 7:45 am

[…] post inspired from the always worth visiting PaulaThursday’s Special “non-theme”: […]

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Madhu

May 24, 2014 at 8:25 pm

It is beautiful Paula.. very American Indian. Wish it had happier connotations though. Perfect music accompaniment.

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1. Paula
  
  May 24, 2014 at 10:34 pm
  
  Me too… these graffiti had drawn more attention to the building, and a few days later some airplane agency started advertising on it. I think it will be torn down soon.
  
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Colline

May 25, 2014 at 4:37 pm

The graffiti certainly brings a little colour to the neighbourhood.

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Phoenix Tears Healed

June 19, 2014 at 4:52 am

I love the graffitti and the music, but it is sad about the homeless people, and I hope the ones flooded out have homes soon.

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paranoiasnfm

August 25, 2014 at 5:21 pm

Isto sim, é arte… um edifício abandonado, ficou logo com “vida” com estas pinturas.
Muito giro!

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1. Paula
  
  August 25, 2014 at 5:22 pm
  
  As palabras certas 🙂
  
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  1. paranoiasnfm
    
    August 25, 2014 at 5:23 pm
    
    😀
    
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