Oranges for Elegua

Many people aren't aware of South Florida's large Santeria subculture. The evidence can be see throughout Miami Dade County. Santeros often leave offerings to there Gods (Orishas) in specific locations such as railroad crossings, trees, cemeteries and [in this case] intersections. The offering can range from sacrificed animals, trinkets, and fruit. Each God has it's favorite.

The oranges pictured are possibly for Elegua; the god that Santeros believe protects the home.

Last look at an old friend

For those of you that didn't know; the last game at the Miami Orange Bowl was played on Saturday, January 26, 2008.
Looking back at the old stadium brings back so many memories: Like my grandmother screaming at the top of her lungs, "parrkin' tien doll'las," while selling off parking spots at her Little Havana apartment.

Francisco Santos Calderon pays a visit

Francisco Santos Calderon, Vice President of Columbia, met County Commissioners and Office of the Chair in order to begin discussions regarding foreign trade with his native country. Other topics such as Columbia's neighbor Venezuela and Hugo Chavez came up but were not elaborated on.

Day one:

Hello to all my friends and colleagues. After much procrastination I've decided to take a leap into the world of the internet starting off with a Blog. This Blog is my first step in getting my photography out where the world can see it.
Working as a photographer for Miami Dade County I've been given the chance to document a vast subject matter; some more interesting than others. One day I might find myself documenting the living conditions of a Miami Dade penitentiary and sick ficus trees the next.
This Blog will also be a window to many of my ongoing photographic projects. The challenge to me will be to post a daily image and caption. I greatly invite your compliments and criticisms.
Sincerely, Armando Raul Rodriguez