Astoria, Queens, NYC is universally known as the most ethnically diverse neighborhood on the planet. This plays out in countless and often wonderful ways. For example, during the World Cup, every single game is high stakes!
Today, when Morocco upset Portugal to become the first African nation to reach a WC semifinal, Astoria erupted in joy. I was out and about at the time and encountered a Pakistani woman I know who was literally dancing in the street. I asked her why she was celebrating Morocco’s win and she explained, “It’s a Muslim country, so all Muslims celebrate.”
Wanting to document a little of the goings-on, I made a beeline for a particular block that I knew would be the epicenter of the celebration.
Up top is one of the photos I took and here are a few more:
Of course, I could go on for pages about the psyop of professional sports… but I won’t. Sometimes, it’s enough to savor the experience of being surrounded by thousands of smiling, happy people.
Savor The Moment !
🎉☀️💗I savor *collective expressions of unbridled joy* wherever I find ‘em!! A happy crowd can light up places beyond their immediate location- just like your share is doing! ☄️Love it! Thank you!💫🌈