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Scenes of Mourning – Part 1

July 5, 2009

Yes, I’m referring to the scene outside the Jackson family compound. I was in the neighborhood yesterday and thought I’d stop by for a look. It was the 4th of July and relatively quiet, about 50 people behind the barricades. It was also close to 100 degrees F outside. I’ll have the other posts later in the day. I’ll try to refrain from any editorializing ;)

If you click on the images, you’ll be able to read the text on the signs.

Father and Son
Father and Son

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This sheet was hung two doors down from the entrance to the Jackson compound. The man and boy weren’t speaking English and I didn’t want to disturb them to ask where they were from though I believe it was Germany.

Hyperbole
The Greatest

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This sign was hanging just above the main area where all the fans drop flowers. A must read.


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Robin July 5, 2009 at 9:54 am

Looks like you captured a good representation in just these two photos. “Hyperbole” is a great title.

Since you refrained from editorializing, I’ll do the same, but it ain’t easy. ;)
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Stevo July 5, 2009 at 2:38 pm

Stevo zips his mouth shut.
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Mark H July 5, 2009 at 4:56 pm

Hyperbole is the word. The “greatest person who ever lived”???? Maybe “good entertainer” or “good musician” but people need to settle down a little.
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jessiev July 6, 2009 at 7:27 am

it is so interesting, how famous people can affect non-famous people. great shots.
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bernie kasper July 6, 2009 at 7:30 am

How soon till the “Vatican or the Media” Canonizes him !!
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Bo July 6, 2009 at 1:15 pm

It’s pretty awesome that you are able to get these shots, they are rather historical whether we agree or not, but “greatest person who ever lived”–thought someone else already laid claim to that title. Just sayin’, not necessarily agreein’.
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Valerie July 7, 2009 at 11:07 am

Amazingly bizarre people out there. These pictures make me want to know “the rest of the story.” Great photo captures you got here.

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Ron in L.A. July 15, 2009 at 10:14 am

I’ll nod in agreement… ;)

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Corina July 24, 2009 at 12:36 am

Thanks for the pictures. There is much to sort about him and his story.
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