Thursday, March 27, 2014

"Sad Day In Boston"

Two heroic Boston Firefighters died yesterday while fighting a horrific fire in the Back Bay section of our city!
A very sad day!
(I painted this work some time ago.  Appropriate to post it today.)

14 comments:

  1. Such a tragic event, Michael. I am horrified and saddened and mourn for those lost and injured. I remember when you did this painting and it is fitting to see it in the wake of this new tragedy. My heart aches.

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    1. Thank you Susan! So sad. I went to the fire station today to pay my respects. Also started my portrait class. Painting can be so good for the soul!
      Thanks Susan for so much!
      Michael

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  2. So sorry to hear about the terrible incident and the poor fire fighters. Your beautiful painting makes for a very poignant tribute to them Michael.

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    1. Thank you my dear friend! So very sad! I was in Boston today for my MFA art class and everyone was walking around in shock and disbelief. Soon I will post a photo from today's art class and a photo of the fire station!
      Thanks for being such a good international friend buddy!
      Good on you for writing to me!
      Cobber Michael

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  3. Firefighters are amazing men. Your painting honors their fearlessness, their bravery, their skills, their lives--sadly too, their memory. My heart goes out to their families. My thanks go to every one of them who stand and protect.

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    1. Hi Linda! Thank you so much for writing. You are so right on about firefighters! They all certainly stand and protect! I went to the station today. Post more at a later date.
      Thanks for so much Linda!
      Michael

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  4. This is such a powerful painting, Michael..and a beautiful tribute to these amazing, brave men!!!

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    1. Hello Hilda!
      Thank you so much for taking time to write. Your kind words mean so much to me! I was in town today and it was a bit overwhelming to visit the fire station and pay my respects. Hundreds of Bostonians are visiting the fire station all week. It is such a good city!
      Thanks again Hilda!
      Michael

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  5. This is a lovely tribute to those who risk their own lives to help us. Sorry for Boston's loss!

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    1. Good to hear from you Joan! Thank you so very much for your very caring words! Sad day for the city! Great support from all over!
      Thanks again Joan!
      Michael

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  6. I agree with all your other commenters...nothing hurts worse than the loss of brave people who are so willing to put their lives on the line....for us! Your painting says it all.

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    1. Good morning Celeste! Thank you so much for visiting and writing your very supportive comments! So sad. I went to the fire station yesterday to pay my respects. So many people there and so many gifts for the firefighters. I hope the support brings them some comfort and help. This blog has certainly helped me. Thanks buddy!
      Michael

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  7. My prayers go out to them, how tragic Michael. Your painting is a fitting tribute for their bravery.

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  8. Thanks my dear art buddy Celia! Your very supportive and kind words made my day! You are the best! I started my portrait painting class. Soon I will post my first attempt! Take care Celia!
    Your appreciative of my fellow wonderful art blogging buddies!
    Michael

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