I gained an appreciation for an art installation that was recently placed in Cambridge, MA when I researched the story behind it…
Flocks is a temporary installation consisting of several nets of reflective birds that are suspended from lampposts spanning over a mile long segment of Cambridge Street between Inman and Lechmere Squares.
Inspired by both bird and human migrations, the project seeks to create a memorable experience that celebrates the dream that fuels long and difficult migrations and the coming together of groups to create a new life.
I think that one’s urge to travel encapsulates such a dream.
For the truly adventurous, travel is the act of challenging yourself. It’s when you force yourself into situations that bring you to the brink of utter discomfort and unfamiliarity, knowing that you’ll come out on the other side a better, more open-minded person.
For the truly adventurous, travel is migration.
It brings the kind of growing pains that change you and your connections with people you never even thought you’d meet, forever.
I love this! Thanks for sharing!
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Wow, I love this! And I commend you for actually looking up the meaning behind it… I bet a lot of people just stare at it every day having no idea what it means. Now, I want to head to Inman to see it for myself!
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Though you make an excellent point I would have to say that that type of travel is not for me. I don’t really like the more adventurous side of travel. I want to explore but also be within my comfort zone to relax.
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This is fabulous! My boyfriend, Bern is visiting Boston and hanging out with his very good friend (hint, hint) and the Boston Rox. I’m going to tell him to check this out if he has time tomorrow before he head to the airport. By the way, I hope you are hanging in there with the wondeful weather.
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I saw this, but it never registered that this was an art installation! It’s sort of like the flags/bunting you see in alleys in Latin America. Love it.
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It’s such a beautiful installation!
I love this idea. How wonderful!
I just discovered your blog, and I really like it! I look forward to reading more!
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