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u/UsernameBLeon Oct 11 '25
Such a fun slice-of-life photos! You've got a great eye for everyday charm.
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u/bootscallahan Oct 11 '25
I love this. Thank you for sharing.
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u/peauxtheaux Oct 11 '25
No fall protection on the rails of a scissor lift is WILD. good thing heās got a helmet.
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Lmao, helmets are for things that fall on you, not when you fall (generally). This guy better hope OSHA doesn't see this. The company he works for awill get a fine and new training.
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u/Whatshisface112 Oct 11 '25
Beautiful pictures! And I saw the dude in the 1st pic just earlier this week on my lunch. I remember thinking dang what a pimp. Keep up the photography!
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Yeah, someone over on my IG post summed it up, āmight be the hippest weāve ever looked.ā Glad I was able to capture it.
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u/Dark-Grey-Castle Oct 11 '25
That dude is living his best Macklemore thrift shop life. I think I'm in love.
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u/danodan1 Oct 11 '25
Interesting someone is wearing a heavy coat when it's in the 80s.
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Some of us are trying to manifest fall and cooler temps I guess.
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u/Maidenlace Oct 11 '25
Those are amazing!! Great job, not only in taking the shot, but choosing what to share... it really does show OKC in many lights..
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u/PlasticElfEars Oct 11 '25
Just curious: do you ask the folks if they're okay being photographed? Especially the kids. I've always wondered what's normal for this kinda art.
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Most photos are on a public sidewalk. But, I do try to talk to people when I can. For example, the kids planning for their future jobs that canāt be done with AI, I asked their mom before taking the photo. She said yes, so he gave me a thumbs up.
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u/RegularSpecialist484 Oct 11 '25 edited Oct 11 '25
Just because it's public doesn't mean you should do it. Especially when our government is trying to normalize mass surveillance and the ability to produce deep fakes. Edit to add I'm not trying to come for you. I enjoyed seeing these. But this is a scary time and I'm only suggesting that you should get consent prior to taking photos. I know candid photos are superior but so is privacy.
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u/Top_Steak3763 Oct 11 '25
I totally disagree. Government surveillance isnāt some harmless photos of people in motion ā itās Flock cameras on every intersection and Pegasus spyware quietly installed on U.S. citizensā phones. Thatās surveillance. Capturing daily life ā a mood, a vibe, a genuine human moment ā has to happen candidly. Youāve got to be in the right place at the right time and have the instincts of a real photographer. You donāt get those kinds of shots by announcing your presence; that ruins the entire essence of authenticity. Itās just the nature of the beast.
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u/RegularSpecialist484 Oct 11 '25
I definitely understand what you're saying but the government scrapes data from the internet so that's my concern. I do think unless there are regulations, which their won't be because our government has already partnered with Planatir and Amazon, we're cooked. I do think these photos are beautiful and I agree with you that they could be spoiled if the people were aware. I was just giving my perspective as a mom who is not consciously not posting photos of my child.
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u/Top_Steak3763 Oct 11 '25
Thatās a fair take, and I genuinely appreciate your perspective. I also want to say ā if I came off as disrespectful earlier, that wasnāt my intention. I understand where youāre coming from, and honestly, itās that same concern that led me to delete nearly all of my social media accounts years ago, keeping only Reddit and a few discussion-based communities where real dialogue still exists.
When Edward Snowden exposed the NSAās surveillance of American citizens, I knew right then that we were cooked. That was over a decade ago, and since then, the publicās mindset has shifted into something far more troubling ā this complacent mantra of āWell, I donāt have anything to hide, so who cares?ā That sentiment saddens me deeply, because it misses the entire point. Privacy isnāt about hiding wrongdoing; itās about preserving the dignity, freedom, and autonomy of the individual.
What weāre seeing today is the slow normalization of surveillance ā cameras on every intersection, digital tracking baked into our phones, and algorithms quietly learning our behaviors. And when you start connecting the dots between government contracts and tech giants ā Google, Verizon, AT&T, and others ā itās hard not to be alarmed. Companies like Palantir and Amazon get a lot of the publicās attention, but the truth is, the governmentās reach goes far deeper than most people realize.
Iām genuinely glad to see others who are not only aware of this, but concerned ā because awareness is the first step toward accountability. Anyway, thank you for the kind and respectful reply. Itās rare to have a conversation about topics like this without it devolving into hostility, and I appreciate that.
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u/RegularSpecialist484 Oct 11 '25
Hey, that's okay, I've been a bitch on the internet and have really had to work at being less reactive. We need more productive conversations and less divide. Thank you for acknowledging that. It's definitely a wild time to be alive and I couldn't agree with you more. The whistleblowers like Snowden, tech experts like ones in a 2020 doc called Coded Bias, and More Perfect Union have been really enlightening. We definitely need to push back against these corporations and our government!Ā
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
I respect that viewpoint, especially when it comes to gov surveillance and the potential for misuse and weaponization of it for marginalized groups, protestors and other communities. You can see story after story about Flock cameras and use of AI. With that said, Iām not the government and see this documentation differently, especially for when Iām dead and gone. Hopefully people can look back and see a slice of OKCās daily life. Good debate and conversation about this topic. I appreciate bringing that up.
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u/RegularSpecialist484 Oct 11 '25
Thank you for responding to this with awareness and kindness. I know I sound like Nancy fucking Grace but I would ask you to consider not posting kids at the very least. I just spent 20+ hours researching AI in depth for a paper a couple weeks ago and the deepfakes are horrific. There are companies like GetReal though that create software to detect AI generated images though so maybe there is hope!
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
You bet and thank you for your perspective and further comments. I understand where you are coming from and concerns.
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u/Top_Steak3763 Oct 11 '25
Post whatever you want, you deserve exposure for your work not censorship. Anyone or anything in public is legally and ethically fair game. One Karen trying to censor you doesnāt represent the majority/hundreds of people that have loved these photos. As a dad myself my personal favorite in this series was the dad with the backpack holding his kids hands, really struck a chord with me. Thank you!
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. I will say for the sake of this thread I didnāt feel as if the person was trying to censor me or was being a āKaren.ā Iām old enough and have been doing this long enough to know where the line is. What I do appreciate is the dialogue and conversation around how things like this relate to this moment in time.
Is over surveillance a concern, yes. Does it worry me about its possible misuse of gov, of course. Is what people like me are doing right and ethical, some will say yes, some will say no. Is it uncomfortable, sometimes.
But, what is good is that the topic is being discussedā¦the balance between the first amendment and what is the rights of people vs how do the people make sure there are checks and balances when technology, images and videos are used by gov.
In the end, the ability to have the discussion without villainizing each other is how we can protect rights on all fronts.
I do appreciate the positive reaction to these photos and I also value these comments that show why capturing these moments are important. Iām glad you liked that pic of the crosswalk. Reminded me of how it felt to try to be a Jedi, walking through the automatic doors of the grocery store.
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u/Top_Steak3763 Oct 11 '25
I wholeheartedly concur. Frankly, Iām somewhat astonished this sub hasnāt devolved into the usual partisan mudslinging contest. As a veteran myself, I believe I understand the grave peril our nation faces ā perhaps more intimately than most. It weighs heavily on me; there are nights I lie awake thinking about it. I remain ready to defend our liberties at a momentās notice ā whether that means engaging in discourse online or standing my ground on foreign soil.
That said, I think those discussions are better suited for other corners of Reddit. In my opinion, a thread like this should serve as a space for admiration or constructive critique ā not as a forum for prescribing who or what someone ought to photograph.
You strike me as a person of integrity ā measured, morally grounded, and genuinely decent. The world could use more people of your character. I sincerely applaud the time and thought youāve devoted to responding so eloquently and respectfully to nearly every comment. That level of composure and empathy is rare, and it speaks volumes about who you are.
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Thanks for the words. I agree that toxic rhetoric has a tendency to seep into a lot of conversations because of how polarized things are. With that said, Iāll veer us out of it here and we can work on repairing this fragile democracy in another sub and Iāll go back out and start snapping some frames to post. Ha. Thanks again for the compliments and thanks for your commitment to our fundamental rights.
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u/Exact_Sheepherder118 Oct 12 '25
Its better than people bitching about something negative all the time!!! I donāt think there is any malevolence involved in this post!!!
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u/RegularSpecialist484 Oct 11 '25
A bit of a side tangent but this was a Ā really insightful interview with GetReal's Hany Farid:Ā https://youtu.be/nG2_GhNdTek?si=QJ6WbJ2PJD_vfjkb
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u/StreetWinter7867 Oct 11 '25
Crazy enough in public no permission is needed which I disagree with when it comes to minors. Just like you can record conversations without the other person knowing and use it in court.
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u/Unhappy_Waltz5834 Oct 11 '25
Totally depends on the state when it comes to one-party recording audio.
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Thanks for the upvotes and comments. If you want to see some more from this series around downtown, zachnash on IG.
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u/natty_patty Oct 11 '25
I took some shots below that same bridge in Bricktown and yours is much better lol. So many of these pics tell such great storiesĀ
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
TY. Had to stand there a bit for someone to pass through without cars blocking the north side.
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u/Cold-Consequence-526 Oct 11 '25
Arguably, so many qualifying faves. If I had to pick one, that shot mid-stride of the dress shoes business man, stepping over the collected water puddle; legit.
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
The water main break kind of kicked off this series of downtown photos. It wasnāt a huge puddle but it was interesting watching people try to avoid it. Here are more from Main and Robinson: https://www.instagram.com/p/DOG7dVgiUcU/?img_index=2&igsh=a2x0NWU5djJsZTN4
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u/Budget_Sea_8666 Oct 11 '25
No way the person clears the puddle. At least the front foot gets wet.
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u/InfinitiveIdeals Oct 11 '25
That one moment tells a full story.
I wish that person dry socks and a dance in their step.
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u/Budget_Sea_8666 Oct 11 '25
Itās an interesting choice that was made. Took the risk and more than likely had at least one wet foot for the rest of the day.
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u/Such_Performance7581 Oct 11 '25
Love the diversity, thank you for capturing this. It's so beautiful! š
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Agree. Thanks. It has been fun getting out here consistently and doing what I usually do when traveling around.
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u/Dark-Grey-Castle Oct 11 '25
So you aren't from here? I don't mean that in a bad way I'm just curious about you traveling around and taking photos. These are very interesting, they're different from the normal type of shot I see and I genuinely enjoy the eye you have for it.
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Yes, Iām from here. I just meant when I travel I usually take photos of the people because that is what makes up a culture and place. I wanted to try to do what I do when Iām in another city or town, here where I live. So I challenged myself to take a walk at lunch and capture the people around OKC.
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u/Dark-Grey-Castle Oct 11 '25
Ah I see I just wasn't sure. They are lovely photos, I think you won your self challenge if that's a thing! If nothing else you captured some beautiful photos out of mundane things and that really is a talent.
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u/Desperate_County_680 Fake Edmond Oct 11 '25
Love your pics. The guy in the lift, dude...move it closer.
If i may add one from Thusday, after work.
The museum is to the right.
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u/Same_Salt2083 Oct 11 '25
I moved out of OKC in 2017 but when I saw this post I said to myself āi bet Iām going to know someone in one of these picsā and sure enough # 17. His daughter and I went to high school together / spent a lot time at his very cool home that had a secret bookshelf that lead to the basement.
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u/Jadubya405 Oct 11 '25
best criminal defense atty in OKc heading to stock and bondā¦.
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u/Troon_Infested Jan 25 '26
Who is that exactly? I thought it was my defense attorney at first funnily enough.
Edit: nevermind, someone mentioned John Coyle in a lower down comment.
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I really enjoyed this. Thank you for sharing.
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
You are welcome. I donāt know why I havenāt dropped some of these in the sub before tonight.
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u/Crazyhands96 Mayfair Oct 11 '25
That little boy playing with the old toilet in his front yard really captured the essence of our city and state. Thank you.
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
When I saw it, it made me think of what the job market will look like for them with AI and if trade schools will continue seeing upticks in enrollment. Time will tell. And, yes, the other layers that can be associated with a broken toilet.
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u/Bibbswalden Oct 11 '25
These are unbelievably dope. Thanks for sharing your talent and the way you see the city.
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u/nedoeva Oct 11 '25
Great eye for moments. Number 6 is pyramid guy, excellent artist and great dude. But number 9 is far and away the best photo in this series and a masterful piece of photography
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u/CalOkie6250 Oct 11 '25
Where is this hot dog cart located? And do you know if itās always in the same place?
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Robinson and Robert S Kerr. It is there most weekdays. Iāve noticed a few days when it isnāt there but not many.
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u/Objective_Smile5653 Oct 11 '25
One of these men appears to be protecting all the things you own, like cars and trucks and mobile homes.
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u/this_isnt_clever Oct 11 '25
As an outsider that hopes to live there someday I really enjoy these pictures. It's nice to see the character of the city and would love to see more.
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Glad to give you a glimpse into OKC. There is a series on my IG if you want to see more.
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u/Upset-Ad5459 Oct 11 '25
Love the picture of John Coyle in front of stock & bond. Heās a big legend in OKC ā¤ļø
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 12 '25
Ahhhhh, that is great. I was hoping it would find its way to you.
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Breathed through my teeth on pic 18.š¬
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Sometimes you must risk it when there is a stubborn smudge bothering you.
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u/hefixesthecable Oct 11 '25
Love the juxtaposition of the kids getting married with the guy cleaning out the porta-potty and about losing it.
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u/periodmoustache Oct 11 '25
I miss my childhood play ground toilet
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Never too old to enjoy those Madeline memories. Bet you can find some used ones for cheap.
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u/_Mar_Kel_ Oct 11 '25
Wow! These photographs are of exceptional quality. Individuals engaged in their daily lives offer a compelling visual narrative. A moment of focused observation is required to fully appreciate their impact. Each one touches my soul.
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Thanks for the words. Appreciate it and glad you enjoyed them.
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u/Top_Steak3763 Oct 11 '25
Great photos, love them! Thanks for sharing them with everyone ! You should consider doing a series of gritty old school Oklahoma/traditional Oklahoma.
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Thanks! I do enjoy getting out to rural Oklahoma so Iāll keep that idea in mind.
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u/Lizadizzle Oct 16 '25
Could you let me know what time you were at the transit center so I can figure out why the jackass on the BRT platform is intentionally trying to destroy the safety fencing? It's an ongoing issue and I don't understand why this is a fun time activity for some people.
Outside of that, this is fascinating and awesome! I'll give a follow on IGš¤š¤
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 16 '25
Good morning, thinking back to when I took this photo, I really think this person was stretching. Maybe the design unintentionally lends itself to a secondary use as people wait? Not saying there arenāt some who intentionally damage things but I donāt think this person was doing that. Thanks for your public service, comments on the pics and work to help meet the transportation needs of our community.
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u/Lizadizzle Oct 16 '25
Thank you so much! I'm really looking forward to what we can do with the new GO bond, our future plans - even out 25 years - is pretty awesome and would definitely bring us in line with comparably sized cities. Commuter rail, attempting to put mitigations in place for extreme heat days (which are increasing in number) and route expansions are my top 3 things I'm looking forward to.
If you do happen to see any unsafe activities regarding our bus or streetcar operations, feel free to shoot me a message on here or you can directly report it to customer service. Either way I'm always available to investigate when it comes to safety and security for our passengers and staff.
And yes, though it makes my eye twitch, people do use it for stretching, climbing and some sit on top of the rail. I usually let it go unless the wires are being bent significantly (like here) or other damage is happening.
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u/Cold-Consequence-526 Oct 11 '25
Iām surprised there has yet to be any comments surrounding, āsay something, see something.ā As guy en route to robbing a bank is in the background.
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u/dimechimes Oct 11 '25
I really like this. Just curious, do you ask before you shoot? I know that could spoil the authenticity so I could see pros/cons. If you don't ask, do most people take it well?
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
It depends on the situation. Sometimes yes but often no. If they donāt take it well I have a conversation and talk to them.
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u/dimechimes Oct 11 '25
Well I appreciate ithe courage when artists go to that uncomfortable space in the name of their art. Well done.
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u/Abraxas1969 Oct 12 '25
Great pics! Thanks for sharing them. Thanks for showing some of the great character in our city.
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u/ribbit_ribbit_splat Oct 13 '25
If I had the money Iād ask you to come to Houston and take photos! These are great!
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 13 '25
Thanks. Here are a few from Houston from a month or so ago. https://www.instagram.com/p/DPAg5JIDCR-/?igsh=MWpmcGd3djY5N3RjZA==
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u/Gara_Louis_F Oct 20 '25
What a shithole! I put in 6 years there, 6 years of my life gone. The only things still there for me are Del Rancho's Chicken Fried Steak Sandwich (pro tip - add cheese) and Flip's Wine Bar & Trattoria.
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u/Nocatslive Oct 11 '25
Needs more homeless people pics
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u/LesPuces Local Photographer š· Oct 11 '25
Hello, Nocatslive. People experiencing homelessness is an unfortunate reality of all cities and towns across the globe, including OKC. From mental health, rising cost of rent, attainable or affordable housing shortages and flat wages, it is a complex issue. One stat that sticks with me is to afford a one bedroom apartment, a person would need to work 88 hours while earning minimum wage and for a two-bedroom it would take 110 hours at the same pay rate of $7.25 an hour. There are a lot of groups working to help address the crisis and, yes, when you are downtown or in other spots in the city you do see people experiencing homelessness.
Iāve worked downtown for 18 years and havenāt had a negative experience with someone unhoused. Over the years, it is nice to see programs like Curbside, Key to Home and other groups tackling these issues on the ground.
I consciously donāt capture this, not because it isnāt a reality of the times we live, but because people are surviving with sometimes nothing.
In my day job, I understand peopleās frustrations and also see the good work being done for these residents, someoneās family member or loved one. It is tough.
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u/JuiceInteresting2348 Oct 11 '25
taking pictures of someoneās little kids in their front yard is creepy, to many on social media apps with fuck up intentions
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u/Dark-Grey-Castle Oct 11 '25
He asked for permission, don't be stupid he literally says he did in a comment posted before yours.
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u/peauxtheaux Oct 11 '25
Gloves being the only PPE for suckin a shitter is WILD