Saturday, May 30, 2009

Grape for the Gods

News Paper vending machines, one has grapes on the side, the San Diego Downtown Library is in the back
Row of newspaper vending machines.  In front gray vending machine with graffiti and bag of grapes
Close up of gray newspaper vending machine with graffiti and grapesPictures taken 30 May 2009

These grapes where found a newspaper vending machine in front of the Post office at 8th Avenue and E. In the background is the library. Both the library and the post office are places where the homeless often come to rest. The post office is a beautiful Works Progress Administration building. The library was built in the early fifties and is also very beautiful.

The gods are often portrayed as being built like, well, Greek gods. California may not be a lot healthier than other states, but it sure likes to pretend to be. And what is healthier than fruit. Even our own homage to ambrosia is fruit and marshmallows. And, grapes are even a more potent symbol than other fruits. The practically scream abundance and romance. From boycotting table grapes, to grapes for the Gods, there is a deep connection between California and its vine grown produce. While we may suffering now grapes point to a sweeter future.