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Where old ghosts meet

A surprisingly people-free Henry Street here. I couldn't help but think of the Patrick Kavanagh lines from Raglan Road: "On a quiet street where old ghosts meet...". Rather apt, don't you think? As can be seen above, there was hardly a sinner in sight when I took this shot. The result, if I may say so, makes for an exceedingly pleasant experience upon the eye.

With deep humility,

Brian:-)

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