antsy in the suburbs

I’m starting to miss Boston
we’ve had a few quick trips in for concerts
and the theater
but I really miss just wandering around
people watching, taking in the sights
I’m starting to think about the Red Sox
Opening day at Fenway
the swans and the swan boats returning to the Public Garden
frozen yogurt at Pinkberry
concerts on the Esplanade
Ricotta Pies in the North End
the carousel on the Common

Don’t get me wrong, I do love hiking the trails here in the ‘burbs
and observing all the wildlife
but lately I’m yearning to observe
the wildlife of the city
there’s something about being in Boston
something about the energy there

just waiting for some of the snow to melt…

and speaking of Boston

my son’s friend, Jesse Hanson, released her first cd a few months ago
the release party was at Club Passim’s
she’s awesome
check this out!

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31 thoughts on “antsy in the suburbs”

elizabeththomasphotographyofcapecod on February 17, 2013 at 11:47 am said:

So so agree!

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- soonie2 on February 17, 2013 at 11:12 pm said:
  
  Liz, it’s just the time of year, tired of the same old day in and day out of the burbs!
  
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kenkiz on February 17, 2013 at 12:02 pm said:

une belle serie de noir et blanc

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- soonie2 on February 17, 2013 at 11:10 pm said:
  
  Merci! For some reason I’ve been in a noir et blanc kind of mood!
  
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Kate on February 17, 2013 at 12:20 pm said:

Wonderful photos, Susan, and I get what you mean about missing the Big City Lights and excitement. I’ve been feeling the need to get to a big city soon. Keep talking to my husband about going to hockey game in St. Louis or Dallas. One of these days . . . !

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- soonie2 on February 17, 2013 at 11:09 pm said:
  
  Thanks Kate. Yes, every now and then I need to pick up the pace, find a change of scenery and some new inspiration!
  
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Marcie on February 17, 2013 at 12:27 pm said:

Aaaah – I know exactly what you mean. The ‘burbs are fine…but they’re just not the same as the city!! Wonderful images!!!

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- soonie2 on February 17, 2013 at 11:07 pm said:
  
  Thanks Marcie. I envy your close proximity to Boston!
  
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Cynthia on February 17, 2013 at 3:49 pm said:

Fantastic images.

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- soonie2 on February 17, 2013 at 11:07 pm said:
  
  Thank you so much!
  
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Gunta on February 17, 2013 at 4:03 pm said:

Thanks for the trip down memory lane….. both yours and Jesse’s. I miss Boston every now and again, though I’m quite happy where I am now.

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- soonie2 on February 17, 2013 at 11:06 pm said:
  
  I hope it brought back some fond memories! I spent every Sunday in Boston (for five straight years) with my son for his orchestra rehearsals at Boston University. I walked miles around the city when the weather allowed. I miss it now but that being said, I’m not sure I could actually live there. It’s just nice to visit!
  
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  - Gunta on February 17, 2013 at 11:26 pm said:
    
    I grew up in Boston, moved to the West Coast in 1968. It takes a bit more to revisit from here, though I’ve done maybe a dozen cross-country trips over the years. Last visit was about a year and a half ago. I think Boston is one of the most beautiful cities in the country. I don’t miss the weather though.
  - soonie2 on February 17, 2013 at 11:38 pm said:
    
    I love the west coast too! I’m sure your weather is a lot nicer than what we’ve been experiencing here! I agree that as cities go, Boston is one of the best (minus the snow!).
dianeschuller on February 17, 2013 at 7:09 pm said:

great urban images of Boston. I know exactly what you mean about missing the energy and daily ‘sightseeing’ of the city.

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- soonie2 on February 17, 2013 at 11:02 pm said:
  
  Thank you! Yes, I need a change of scenery lately. I need a “Boston fix” !
  
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lisa on February 17, 2013 at 8:19 pm said:

What a beautiful series of images this is, Susan, and so perfect in black and white.
I love your use of selective color in the one with the Citgo sign. Just perfect.

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- soonie2 on February 17, 2013 at 10:57 pm said:
  
  Thanks! Just a collection from over the years.
  
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sued51 on February 18, 2013 at 10:21 am said:

You’ve got spring fever for sure (this is common for New Englanders as soon as the Red Sox equipment truck leaves for FLA) LOL!
My favorite photo is the two windows with window boxes…love the reflection in the window on the right side.

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- soonie2 on February 18, 2013 at 3:07 pm said:
  
  Thank you Sue! Yes, the spring fever always begins on Truck Day! Go Red Sox!
  
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Anyes - Far Away in the Sunshine on February 18, 2013 at 4:39 pm said:

…the wild life of the city…I’d love to see more of Boston through your lense, Soonie

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- soonie2 on February 18, 2013 at 5:08 pm said:
  
  Thanks Anyes. Hopfully you will once the weather gets nicer here! Hope you are feeling better.
  
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  - Anyes - Far Away in the Sunshine on February 24, 2013 at 1:46 am said:
    
    Slowly getting there
  - soonie2 on February 24, 2013 at 3:13 pm said:
    
    Yes, slow is the word! Although I have to remind myself that it is still February.
  - Anyes - Far Away in the Sunshine on February 25, 2013 at 1:04 am said:
    
    I guess you are right…March is a few days away
  - soonie2 on February 26, 2013 at 11:43 am said:
    
    Yes, thank goodness!
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Sheila on February 19, 2013 at 9:49 pm said:

I’ve been missing Boston too and I’m also just waiting for the snow to melt! I love how you have the Citgo sign in color, like a beacon calling out to us.

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- soonie2 on February 19, 2013 at 9:54 pm said:
  
  Yes, getting around all those snow banks in the city is not fun! Maybe by April?
  
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  - Sheila on February 20, 2013 at 11:44 am said:
    
    Hopefully in time for Red Sox games at least!
  - soonie2 on February 20, 2013 at 12:37 pm said:
    
    Better be!