G20 - September 24, 2009 - The Battle of Lawrenceville
I live to the right of the Thunderbird, above Pratique. This is my neighborhood. An unsanctioned, un-permitted protest is scheduled to happen here today, at 1pm in Arsenal park. Aresenal Park is a block away on 40th Street
These initially appeared as a blog on the previous build of this site. Because I think what I wrote was hilarious, I've kept it up right here.
Form
Subject
Creative Inducement
Personal Work
Date
September 23, 2009
All was quiet at home.
All was quiet at Wendy's.
All was quiet at Arsenal Park.
But a little activity stirred on the opposite side of the park.
I scream, you scream, we're all outraged about something. Billy arrived early knowing we'd be glad to cool off.
This PETA guy showed up.
And engaged the locals.
While the local media tried to engage the nation.
At the top of 39th street, all was quiet.
The old tennis courts were quiet.
Butler Street was quiet.
Shops maintained composure, keeping displays and products in the streets.
Blighted urban spaces remained quietly blighted.
A few folks began to set up as if a parade was coming.
They laid claim with their chairs and prepared for the party.
The old dude selling flowers didn't stop.
I doubt he was thinking about anything beyond a Baconator.
I could sense the air turning a sweet, musky, garlicky smell.
And that's when the party bus showed up...
ready to stop the party.
But only after getting their choice of any size soda for 99¢.
