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Fis2 (171907) 2020-05-16 14:02

Witaj Luciano!
Nice scene from street.
I like this picture from daily life.
The man makes impression.
Good POV, colors and light.
Well done.
Good night.
Krzysztof

tyro (30513) 2020-05-16 15:34

Ciao caro Luciano,

Ah, ha, I recognise where this man is sitting from your previous photos (and maps)! He is sitting by the roadside at the base of one of the pillars of the portico of your basilica. The poor fellow looks totally "fed up" and bored and would probably give anything just now to come to your bar and have a coffee - or something a bit stronger. But unfortunately your bar is closed.

This man's mask won't be doing very much good other than keeping his chin warm but I guess he's not interested in that.

I can imagine that this must be a very stressful time for you - you obviously want to open your bar but that has to be balanced against the very real risk of the rate of infections suddenly escalating - and then we can be in a worse position than before. Yes, it worries me here in Britain too as they start to begin to open schools and later maybe restaurants and bars. Very worrying times. I presume that your government cannot actually make you open your bar - surely you can refuse to open it if you are concerned about the risks of spreading infections?

Anyway, Luciano, a perfect photograph which shows exactly how so many of us are feeling right now.

You take care and stay safe.

Kindest Regards,

John.

Silvio1953 (222889) 2020-05-16 22:15

Ciao Luciano, foto emblematica di questo periodo difficile, ancora non ne siamo fuori e occorre molta attenzione per evitare di ricaderci, in Umbria, per fortuna, la situazione è più tranquilla, ma mai abbassare le guardia, buona Domenica e riposati ancora per qualche giorno, ciao Silvio

jemaflor (148214) 2020-05-16 23:13

Salut Luciano,
Une bonne illustration à propos de cette étrange période. Intéressante attitude avec cet homme, bonne quality de photos, on te souhaite des possibilités d'aménagement pour la reprise de tes activités, j'espère que l'état italien a prévu des aides financières pour toutes activités commerciales fermées pendant si longtemps ...

pajaran (117033) 2020-05-16 23:31

Pozdrav.
Interesantan pogled i trenutak, dobar tekst ...
Lepo mesto za odmor, opasan virus je sve promenio.
Kold nas je prestao policiski cas ali su mere preventive ostale.
Zelim vam lep dan za odmor, sve najbolje.
Paja.


Greeting.
Interesting view and moment, good text ...
Nice place to rest, a dangerous virus has changed everything.
The curfew stopped here, but the preventive measures remained.
I wish you a nice day off, all the best.

emka (158784) 2020-05-17 0:23

Ciao Luciano, Excellent observation from your window. The man looks bored, unhappy that his beloved bar is closed. Superb composition.

Take care

MAl;go

ikeharel (114569) 2020-05-17 1:53

Ciao Luciano,
The Corona effect upon elderly people comes in different ways, but being lonesome is one outcome of the confinement.
A picture with imposing human factor of contemporary daily life.
Arrivederci,
Ike

Royaldevon (86438) 2020-05-17 3:02

Ciao Caro Luciano,

Oh, I feel so sorry for you.
You must be eager to open your bar but not at any cost! And, of course, if you are restricted in the numbers that you can allow in, it seems hardly profitable!

Our local pub is suffering in the same way. As an interim measure, they are doing take-away meals but that hardly compensates them, just keeps them ticking over.

Did you see that an Amsterdam restaurant serves guests in individual greenhouses to allow social distancing!

Anyway, back to your photograph. This guy reminds me of a gent in our village and he would be the type of person who would wear a mask but not appropriately!
You have really captured the mood; the mood of the person and the mood of people generally!
A great metaphor for the depressing effects of the virus.

Keep safe.
Regards, Bev :-)

foxy (3523) 2020-05-17 6:28

Hello Luciano,
....if I've a window like you have, I wouldn't go out with my bicycle trip.
The man not only looks bored but the uncertainty what the future may brings. He might be thinking, 'Damn the crisis'.
The only thing I know, we all in this .... To carry on as normal as possible. Normal?????
On the hand, the man might be thinking, 'We will overcome this'.
tfs and Stay Strong.
Loong

rychem (72187) 2020-05-17 9:17

The epidemic is slowly dying out in many countries, I think summer will be normal. I wish this to you and other friends on TE
regards Ryszard

PaulVDV (63456) 2020-05-17 11:14

Hello Luciano,
New measures or changes to the existing ones that are only announced at the last minute and are sometimes not entirely clear ... we know that in our country too.
In addition, the new measures may mean that you can no longer work profitably.
Not easy to make choices for those who run a shop, restaurant or bar.
I wish you all success in this still challenging times.
The man's facial expression says it all.
Boredom strikes and human contacts are not possible.
Boring for retirees, you write.
We should also remember that the very oldest among us are not all very good at computers, smartphones, internet, etc. Social exclusion can become a problem more quickly among the elders.
All the best!
Paul

jean113 (28253) 2020-05-17 13:37

Hello Luciano, the body language of the man tells us so much.
It is a sign of the times. We are able to sympathise with how he feels.
Sorry to hear that you haven't yet opened your bar, a difficult decision to have to make.
Thanks for sharing, Regards Jean.

CLODO (45118) 2020-05-18 10:59

Bonjour Luciano

On lit la fatigue et la tristesse dans son attitude, son masque ne sert à rien mais comme il n'y a personne, autant le retirer car ce n'est pas confortable. Quand j'en mets un, mes lunettes sont pleines de buée. Le monde ne sera plus pareil, les politiques le disent! J'espère que l'état italien t'aidera mais hélas pas à 100%.
Amicalement
CLODO

worldcitizen (16226) 2020-05-19 10:27

Ciao Luciano,
This man represents the boredom of quarantine perfectly. We are just sitting...and waiting... His posture, and the look on his face, convey his emotions. The mask reminds us of the current situation. I hope you will be able to reopen your bar soon. Take care!

ruisc_pt (11594) 2020-05-20 7:17

One images worths thousand words!
Very well "observed"
Grazie Mille
TFS Luciano.
R

alvaraalto (42804) 2020-05-22 6:20

Hello Luciano,
A beautiful observation that gives a beautiful picture of the current bizarre world in which we have ended up through a tiny virus.
The almost dispirited look of this man who clearly no longer believes in the operation of a mask
Excellent observation and realization.
Be careful and stay safe, Rob

willperrett (14215) 2020-05-24 0:56

Hello Luciano

I know just how he feels! As a retiree myself, my life has certainly been constricted considerably: my boat's been out of bounds, and, as you say, all the bars are shut! Hope yours is able to reopen soon. Maybe I'll come and visit...

Regards

Will

PiotrF (55970) 2020-06-03 13:32

Hello Luciano,
A very interesting portrait. I like good composition, nice colours and good sharpness. Fine presentation
Regards
Piotr

fotka (9121) 2020-06-09 5:25

Hello Luciano,
This older gentleman may be thinking about what strange times I have come to live. Face mask, no contact with friends and even no glass of wine with them at a local restaurant.
Sad daily life picture in great quality.
Best regards,
Zbigniew

mcmtanyel (69195) 2021-11-07 20:41

Hello Luciano,
Now who is bored? Is it you or your subject? Maybe both!
Regards,
MT