This day I've been all giddy, anticipating my next film roll to be ready at the lab. I'm not avoiding to become the incredibly annoying customer that returns to the shop a thousand times just to make sure that it's not ready yet. Through my summer job I've learned that it's just a human trait. Being as inpatient as I am, I visited the photo shop three time this week to check. Last time they told me (kindly, but firmly) that I'm too early and that I need to wait for the text with a notification.
I already knew that. Of course. So I'm still waiting for that text. I guess when my head hits the pillow tonight I'll check my inbox just to make sure I didn't miss it. I so badly want to share whats on that film roll with you!
(In this photo, my mom is number two from the left. I guess her customers during Soviet times were masters in patience. Just look at that lady in the back.)
That's so cool that you still develop film for your photographs. So many people (me included, I'm afraid) have switched entirely to digital photography. I'm with you on the whole patience thing--I'm not patient for ANYTHING! Especially when I'm waiting for a package to arrive at my campus post box...even though I know it won't be there until I get an email notification, I still check everyday to see if it's there.
ReplyDeleteHow exciting!! I don't blame you, I would be at the shop asking too... it's so sweet that you just can't wait... ha ha ha! Hope they text you VERY soon :)
ReplyDeleteCan's wait to see what pictures you have!
ReplyDeleteAhhh the joys of film. It will be worth the wait though... :)
ReplyDeleteoooh my goodness, where have I been? Your blog is completely delish- your photography blows my mind!
ReplyDeletexo em
I'm excited to see your photos!
ReplyDeleteMy parents grew up and lived in the USSR. I was born there, but it fell apart when I was 1 so I barely remember anything from the old times. I do watch a lot of the Soviet films.( Have you ever watched any? ) I find that they capture the culture pretty well. Anyway, I'm curious what your mom is doing in the photo. Is that dry cleaning or a clothing store?
I have watched (and loved!) some of the Russian classics from the Soviet Union, when I was studying in St. Petersburg a couple of years ago. They have such a special atmosphere to them.
DeleteMy mom used to be a shopkeeper at a clothing store. Can't believe that it's almost 40 years ago that this picture was taken.
That's precious. I haven't looked at my parents' old albums in so long. Your mama's photo definitely brought a lot of memories back. Thank you!
DeleteWaiting for film to develop is agonizing! :) Very cool picture. What sort of shop is she in?
ReplyDeleteI haven't used film for years, but I remember that feeling from when I was younger :)
ReplyDeleteWhenever I have to wait for something, film, books on hold at the library, or packages, I am that annoying, impatient person. Because receiving that thing even a few minutes earlier is worth it. And it's more hopeful that I feel than impatient.
ReplyDeleteI love this. I love it when people give in to their impatience even if other people don't understand, it makes the wait so much more exciting.
ReplyDeleteI'm TERRIBLE at waiting for film. I have been known to pay almost double to get it developed the same day!
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