Love Wall Collage by María Helena Carey
Even if you don’t totally like the idea of a commercial outpouring of sentiment mandated by capitalist interests (a.k.a. a “Hallmark Holiday”) the idea of writing a love message for all to see is an easy, free, fun and heartwarming one. Go to Eastern Market’s North Hall and leave a note for your beloved or beloveds; as you can see, many have gotten creative and zany with their notes, while others’ notes are almost poetic. My favorite is this lovely, hope-filled one (click on the picture to see it bigger):
Photo by María Helena Carey
And while we’re at it, we love you, our readers! Have a happy Valentine’s day from all of us here at The Hill is Home!
Running with a dog might make you feel safer, but it’s not safe for the dog– especially in the summer when he or she can become overheated easily. Also, it bothers me that people recommend cabs as a safe alternative to walking. Cab drivers frequently assault women and LGBT individuals who are traveling alone late at night (it’s happened to me and others I know). Buses are a better option, in my opinion. If you must take a cab, spend a few extra dollars on Uber which holds their drivers more accountable for their actions. Don’t take cabs while intoxicated, either. Remember that you are at the mercy of the guy driving the cab, so you absolutely must be alert about where he’s taking you and be ready to escape if anything looks suspicious.