And Now, Anacostia

Even tho, I rarely took the time to comment and ex...

2012-05-31T17:01:30.469-04:00

Even tho, I rarely took the time to comment and express my great appreciation for this blog, I felt obligated to say that I am honestly sorry to see it go. The pictures, ongoing insightfullness and the optimism expressed by David will truly be missed! Thank You!

Go for it! Thanks for asking.

2012-03-04T21:45:57.792-05:00

Go for it! Thanks for asking.

Nice coverage, this does seem confusing. I am wr...

2012-03-04T21:02:34.293-05:00

Nice coverage, this does seem confusing.

I am writing an article about MLK Ave. for a school newspaper. Would you be ok with us using the first picture of MLK Ave from your blog?

Thanks.

I have read through the primary observation of the...

2012-01-26T14:23:18.491-05:00

I have read through the primary observation of the ward and the many negations and proponents for the message. I am on the outside looking in and must admit there is validity in the posting created by anonymous. However I get a very bad vibe that those of you that are most educated and/or sensible enough to post the things that matter via the internet are quarrelling and not taking these opinions to those who need to hear the messages the most. I feel that there is a divide amongst residents. There are mixed messages and mindsets. In order to get on the same page, we need to define community and understand that at some point in our histories the entities that made a community counted for something. I plan to start on the streets. I would like to clean up the neighborhoods; literally. How can we become organized if we are unorganized?

The food truck business is a real great thing. I d...

2012-01-12T03:11:33.789-05:00

The food truck business is a real great thing. I don't see what's bad in great diverse tastes, low cost food and great people. I sure prefer it over any fast food restaurant in the local mall.

sugar

I was following a link for the townhomes and looki...

2011-11-21T20:40:25.429-05:00

I was following a link for the townhomes and looking at the site plan and saw Sheridan Apts smack in the middle. It's generally not a good idea to have renters so close to homeowners. Still I clicked on Sheridan Sq site and saw the rents and knew it would be even worse.

I feel for anyone who buys into these homes. They are going to lose a bundle.

It's going to be messed up, just lime the rest...

2011-11-14T18:00:09.985-05:00

It's going to be messed up, just lime the rest. I see there's already 65 spaces award to Berry Farms residents. Translation section 8! When will people learn, guess i'll be moving out the district afterall!

We are extremely appreciative for all the love tha...

2011-11-14T17:36:02.970-05:00

We are extremely appreciative for all the love that we received for this project.

visit us at www.perspectivescontractors.com for more...

David, thanks for reporting all of the updates and...

2011-11-12T14:59:29.780-05:00

David, thanks for reporting all of the updates and "going ons" in Anacostia. You really blew up the blog spot, and I always checked you out. I think we're at a point where a lot has been learned, info shared, community galvanized, etc, due, in part, to your blog. Thanks!

I salute you for your faithful blogging that I'...

2011-11-03T23:43:08.882-04:00

I salute you for your faithful blogging that I've enjoyed following off and on for the past three years, introducing me to a place I have never visited but to which now feel a connection.

David, Your spirit and tireless effort will be mi...

2011-10-31T14:55:55.454-04:00

David,

Your spirit and tireless effort will be missed. Best wishes to you in the coming new year!

Sorry to see another neighborhood blog retire (ahh...

2011-10-31T12:50:13.088-04:00

Sorry to see another neighborhood blog retire (ahh, the glory days back in 2007!)

Very thankful that you're keeping it up as a resource, though, instead of deleting the whole thing!

we love you and thanks so much for all that you...

2011-10-31T10:10:30.732-04:00

we love you and thanks so much for all that you've done on this blog! we never like seeing a good thing end, but your parting post made it easier. thanks again!!

David, so sad to read this, but glad that for all ...

2011-10-30T21:44:29.195-04:00

David, so sad to read this, but glad that for all the risks, hope, and thoughtfulness you've inspired us with. :) I'll just have to find some new River East blogs to follow. My heart is full of good wishes for you.

Wow! You've done a fantastic job over the yea...

2011-10-29T07:20:00.804-04:00

Wow! You've done a fantastic job over the years. I'm certain that you have inspired many to move to River East, and in my case, MOVE BACK to my home after a 1 year sabbatical.

Thanks for all you've done and hope to still hear from you from time to time!

Wow so it has come to this. The old it is not you ...

2011-10-29T01:52:04.391-04:00

Wow so it has come to this. The old it is not you it's me line. Well, you definitely sparked the blog fire East of the River.

Your blog is definitely a resource has helped paint a Anacostia in a different hue.

Ur perspective will be missed.

Hearts and Hugs
Anacostia Yogi

this is very sad. hopefully someone in Anacostia w...

2011-10-28T15:38:58.210-04:00

this is very sad. hopefully someone in Anacostia will take over this role and do a great job. its going to be hard to live up to!

This is why I love David Garber and his cotton bol...

2011-10-28T12:59:49.973-04:00

This is why I love David Garber and his cotton boll belt. :) You have done great work and if I can even do 1/4 of what you have done to bring positive attention to Anacostia and Ward 8 I am one lucky blogger and community "advoc8te."

This is so funny that you wrote this because I have been working on a post for today that kind of touches on this. Will post it then cross post to yours.

If you are retiring does this mean that you get a gold mouse or something? :)

i haven't seen it in person, but from your pho...

2011-10-27T18:08:22.099-04:00

i haven't seen it in person, but from your photo it looks like one of the prettiest murals in the city.

i would love to have this here! great concept. tha...

2011-10-27T18:06:28.725-04:00

i would love to have this here! great concept. thanks for sharing.

Tell him to come here!! Pretty Please!!! There is ...

2011-10-26T12:41:28.186-04:00

Tell him to come here!! Pretty Please!!! There is such a market for this in DC!!!

I love this and would totally shop here, if it wer...

2011-10-24T19:40:28.941-04:00

I love this and would totally shop here, if it were in DC. I think there is a growing market for a store like this.

In contrast to many of the specifically African-Am...

2011-10-24T13:44:37.876-04:00

In contrast to many of the specifically African-American-focused murals that dot DC's landscape, this is a fantastic mural that I think a great number of people in the city can connect with.

I love it! Our neighborhood needs way more of thi...

2011-10-24T09:47:35.472-04:00

I love it! Our neighborhood needs way more of this! Good job, Bryan.

I totally agree with the earlier comment, having t...

2011-10-24T08:38:04.940-04:00

I totally agree with the earlier comment, having to walk blocks and blocks to get pick up.
Where it should stop, it does not. I think the Circulator would have more riders if it stopped at metro stops that have heavy ridership -- Marbury Plaza for one.

denise