Postcards at First Light in Lyon
by Lillian Lin
Rain-slicked cobblestones of the Vieux Lyon reflect the pale, diffused light of early morning as a street sweeper pauses near a wrought-iron balcony. The worker, clad in a high-visibility vest, holds a long-handled ash shovel, its metal head resting against a puddle that mirrors the gray sky. Nearby, a café owner sweeps water toward a drain, the rhythmic motion creating small splashes that catch the weak sunlight. A stack of colorful postcards leans against a closed shutter, their bright hues against the damp stone walls. The quiet, mechanical beauty of the city waking up, with wet surfaces and muted tones punctuated by the vivid colors of urban life.
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