What are your hopes and expectations for 2012?
Interviews by Joseph Myers; Photos by Greg Bezanis
“I want this area to improve. I want everyone to be safe and sound, the country, everything.”
Vincent DiSanti,
19th and Ritner streets
“I hope the war [in Afghanistan] ends. My grandmother just died, so it’s rough, but I wish my family and friends a happy new year.”
Christopher Cunningham,
2500 block of South Juniper Street
“I was unemployed for six months, but I start a new job on Jan. 3. I’m happy about that, and I hope everything goes well. I also want people to continue to improve the community through tending to litter and having the mix of races work together.”
Allison Auld,
Ninth and Jackson streets
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1. Tricia said... on Dec 31, 2011 at 10:55AM
“hope to re-visit S. Philly my hometown. moved to cali about 14 years ago and visited since but not in awhile. Miss the nice people, good food and culture (Italian). Hey, no making fun of me there some of you south philly lillies....i'm one of you too!.....and can fight back just as nasty!....Love you all!>....”