The Longfellow Bridge, which looks a little busted, is in terrible condition, the Herald's Casey Ross reports. Of course, anyone who has seen the bridge could have told you that. The state has already made $2 million in repairs. And it still seems a little busted. Here's the details on what's been done and what will be done: [Rick Sullivan of the Department of Conservation and Recreation] said DCR has spent $1.2 million since August......

This Bostonist must be in a mood this week because I'm enjoying torturing you all with beautiful pictures of warm summer days. Regardless, PotD new contributor blueblossomphoto gives this very pretty shot that is an example of the orton technique. We love the muted colors and vanishing point of the bridge. When used properly, orton gives photos an almost fuzzy and soft feel. To learn more about how to use the orton technique, check......

We hope this neat diptych from Flickr user jaycoxfilm isn't a harbinger of a rough Boston winter to come. We love his creativity and the bleak feeling in the shot. Be sure to check out his full photo stream, he has some great varied and unique shots. Have a great weekend Boston!......