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Human in the LoopJonathan Harrell’s Commonplace Book

On Macau,
Memories of an old religion,
A crumbling church facade.

Rusted-out tenements,
Casinos, too—
A different kind of prayer.

The facade of a historic church, partially obscured by the overhanging branches of a large tree. The building’s stone structure contrasts with the surrounding greenery and modern city buildings in the background.
A serene alcove built into a stone wall, housing a statue of the Virgin Mary holding baby Jesus. The alcove is adorned with lush greenery, including palm fronds and vibrant yellow flowers.
A sprawling cityscape featuring a mix of old, weathered buildings and modern high-rise apartment towers. The buildings are packed closely together, and the sky is clear with soft afternoon light.
A hazy sunset over a densely packed urban landscape, with low-rise buildings in the foreground and taller structures in the distance. Mountains and a river can be seen beyond the city, softly lit by the setting sun.