This is the end, beautiful friend
This is the end, my only friend, the end
Of our elaborate plans, the end
Of everything that stands, the end
No safety or surprise, the end
I’ll never look into your eyes, again…
There are now 5,400 posts in the archives of AntiguaDailyPhoto, organized neatly in reverse chronological order, by category order and by hash tags. This is the largest multimedia resource in English about the Guatemalidad or the Guatemalan identity, traditions and culture. I have tried to cover just about everything I have come across in these +16 years.
I hope you have enjoyed it as much I have making it. Please, DO SHARE your thoughts about AntiguaDailyPhoto or my work. For instance, let me know when did you encounter it for the first time; what’s been your favourite post or posts. It’s your time to share with me.
It’s time for me to move forward onto other photographic projects and destination. We can stay connected through Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. TikTok anyone?
This is the end, my only friend, the end
It hurts to set you free
But you’ll never follow me
The end of laughter and soft lies
The end of nights we tried to die
This is the end…
© 2023, Rudy Giron. All rights reserved.
I love these photographs! I lived in Antigua from1986 to 1993 and these pictures brought back beautiful memories !
Thank you so much for this WONDERFUL Antigua Daily Photo project. It has kept me in touch with probably my favorite place in this half of the world. Your photos and anecdotes will be missed! All the best with your new projects and destinations. Please let us know where you are! Best regards, Cate & Joel
Sorry to see you go, Rudy, but very understandable. You have been an excellent ambassador for Antigua and I have enjoyed seeing Antigua through your eyes. I have visited Antigua many times and I have benefited from your reviews of restaurants and places. I trust that we will be able to go back and review prior posts as interests arise. Best of luck in your future endeavors. Kind regards to you, Lita
So farewell Rudy, as I have often acknowledged, you are the best ambassador La Antigua Guatemal could wish for and it is sad, though understandable, that you have to move on to other projects. Hopefully the ADP work can be revisited as a reference library at any time.
My dream of living in Antigua will not come true now, but your posts kept me imagining for many years and gave me much happiness…..I was able to live in the town through your photos, eat at the restaurants through your famous foodie pictures, learn of La Antigua through your informative articles and always appreciate your courteous and non-conflictive style with all your contributors; a difficult thing to achieve over such a long period of time.
With your permission, I have cancelled my monthly support subscription, but made a final donation in thanks for all you have done and contributed in my virtual life in La Antigua Guatemala! I wish you all the very best in your new ventures.
Thank you so much for your wonderful photographs over so many years! We have thoroughly enjoyed them. Best of luck in your new adventures. Will follow them on FB.
I have loved your posts and cultural insights since discovering them a few years ago.it helps me understand a bit about life for the students I sponsor from the rural highlands. A new nursing student is now in Guatemala City.
Your evocative words and images have always struck a chord, and this post is no exception. The scenes of Maya women walking back home in El Hato village are poignant and deeply moving, capturing the essence of Guatemalan life.
The journey through AntiguaDailyPhoto has been incredible. Your dedication to documenting the Guatemalan identity, traditions, and culture has resulted in an invaluable archive of 5,400 posts. It’s a treasure trove that has enlightened and inspired many, including myself.
I first stumbled upon AntiguaDailyPhoto a few years ago, and it’s hard to pinpoint just one favorite post. Your work on the festivals and everyday life in Antigua has always been particularly captivating. The depth and breadth of your coverage are unparalleled.
As you move on to new photographic projects, I want to express my deepest gratitude for all the moments, stories, and images you’ve shared. Your work has made a lasting impact, and I’m excited to see where your journey takes you next. Let’s stay connected on social media—I’m definitely following!
Thank you for everything, and here’s to future collaborations.
For the longest time (perhaps four years into the start of this blog), I can across your blog. I found your pictures to have a piece of something I always long for. Like that place in a post card you always look at when you wish you lived there or visit soon. I think having a blog is commitment that has to become a habit otherwise it runs out of gas in the on both the subjects and the mindset of the blogger. Thanks for sharing your post/pictures. One’s interest varies according to what’s at the front of our needs and dilemmas. Hopefully you learned from this long self-given vacation of “things to post” on a daily basis. It’s not easy to do so at times. I’m sure. Take care and hope you find your next project as rewarding for your and your pockets (as we all need that in life!)
Thank you for the AMAZING Antigua Daily Photo project! It’s been such a joy to stay connected with what’s undoubtedly my favorite place in this part of the world. Your stunning photos and captivating stories will be deeply missed! Wishing you all the best in your future ventures and exciting new destinations. Please keep us updated on where you’re headed next! Warmest regards, Cate & Joel.