i just think the picture is pretty

so i was on my way to work tuesday, driving east down grand avenue towards my parking ramp on 5th street.

and i was stopped at about 7th at a red light. and to my right, on the corner, there was an older man in a suit with a briefcase. he was grey-haired, with a belly, a nice watch and shiny black shoes. he was also carrying a walking stick. he was blind. he was standing on the corner waiting for our light to turn green. but of course he couldn't 'see' the green light.

he was at the mercy of the sound of cars moving east in the direction he needed to go. and once he heard our motors revving and tires hitting the pavement, he too, began moving across the street.

i've seen blind men and women downtown cross the street many times, with ease, sure that they'd reach the other side unscathed. but for some reason, that morning, i was amazed at this man's faith, confidence and lack of fear.