Bottles line a window sill in Chinatown. When you look at a script or language you have no inkling of it makes you realise how tough life is for those unable to read or write.
Indeed, in a case like this, you are illiterate yourself. I am sure the little sign translates as something rather dull and everyday, but to the unknowing eye it is full of intrigue. Taking part in Weekend Reflections.
That is a great reflection, and I'm not talking about the display... Well not only. ^_-
ReplyDeleteLike this one very much.
ReplyDeleteIt's true- looking at a foreign language, particularly one with a radically different structure and alphabet, and you are illiterate.
ReplyDeleteGood point!
ReplyDeleteI can't even imagine how my life would have been if I could't read.
ReplyDeleteI really like the photo and reflection in it...