When I was 13 my family and I traveled to Los Angeles to see the Greatest Show on Earth. The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus did not disappoint. Everything seemed larger than life — the sights, the sounds, the popcorn and peanuts (mmmmm circus peanuts).
photo by Dave Crockett
This is a fun little class assignment from my college days. I tried to capture some of the magic that my young eyes perceived. Plus you can’t miss the influence of Scott Joplin here and there.
Just for kicks I looked up the life-is-a-circus metaphor. I liked Dani DiPirro's five lessons from inside the big top:
• Be the ringmaster. It’s your life.
• You’re on a tightrope. Keep your balance.
• Toss your hat in the ring. Get involved.
• Set up a sturdy net. You will need back-up.
• Clown around. Life’s too short to be serious.
Chuck thinks I should add one more . . .
• Don’t step in the elephant poop.
Have fun!
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