A black-and-white photo of a person mid-air in a Superman-style body suspension pose, supported by multiple hooks in their back and legs, smiling joyfully toward the camera. They are suspended horizontally in a large indoor space with high ceilings and visible rigging. A group of onlookers—some seated, some standing—watch with expressions of admiration, amusement, and support. The atmosphere is lively and communal, capturing a moment of shared experience and transformation.

Wahconah Falls Suspension

Thank you to The Spic for sending me these wonderful photos of a two-point (locking hooks for safety) suicide-style suspension in Wahconah Falls in Dalton, MA. This was facilitated by Rites of Passage. Click the picture for a closer view.

PS. I’m back! But as you may have read on my other blog, I’m going through some mental crap right now, so some days you might be without posts. Sorry, I’m doing my best!

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2 responses to “Wahconah Falls Suspension”

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    The following comments were imported from our old comment system:

    Posted on 04-03-2006 20:00:16 by fre_k
    Wow, thats incredible

    Posted on 04-03-2006 21:24:27 by dreadies
    Don’t worry Shannon, your own health is more important than posting here! I hope you can move to a better place within yourself

    Posted on 04-03-2006 21:53:53 by killertatertots
    Your health and well being are most important, so don’t concern yourself, or feel any guilt or worry about this. While this community is obviously very important to us, you are too, and you come first, so take care.

    Posted on 04-04-2006 00:12:06 by Orgonakkumulator
    wow, i’ve been in that very spot (not hanging from hooks through my skin though) Waconah Falls is like 10 minutes from my house

    Posted on 04-04-2006 01:32:06 by jeni
    Wow, that’s gorgeous.

    Posted on 04-04-2006 01:47:34 by katie k
    Shannon- As someone you have never met and may never meet, I just wanted to tell you that you are a person who has challenged me to think in new ways. I’m praying for you as you work through this difficult time. Even though I’m a stranger (and a Christian, for that matter) I hope that you can be encouraged in some way by that.

    Posted on 04-04-2006 02:22:41 by Rockerbaby
    That is the most amazing and beautiful picture ever. That’s how I would like to hang for my first time.

    And Shannon, take care :]

    Posted on 04-04-2006 10:13:42 by Sade
    that’s one of the best picture i’ve seen:)

    shannon rest!i don’t think that the site is going to suddenly become chaotic,and crash in on itself,if you take a breather.some people will get mad,but so what?those same angry people probably haven’t helped put a dime into this site.

    Posted on 04-04-2006 11:58:33 by spyderwolf
    i’m sure we’ll get by with less posts for a week or so, i know i cant talk for everyone here but i’ve wreastled with similar problems myself for years, take some time off and be with Nefarious sometimes children can be the best therapy… get well soon

    P.S cant think of a better place to have a suspension…

    Posted on 04-04-2006 14:09:31 by }*sarcasm*{
    Damnit its your juob to give us our freakin post you better not puss out on us cause youre sick forget your health its all about the posts

    Posted on 04-05-2006 00:35:08 by Stephanie
    Shannon,
    We’ve never met, but I want to say that I hope you find the happiness you deserve. I think that many of us have had similar experiences and know how difficult it can be to find a better place in your mind. I also want to say that it takes an incredibly courageous person, especially a public figure like yourself, to admit to one’s self and others that you are going through a tough time and need help. I hope that your passage through this hardship goes with ease and I have a great deal of respect for your courage.

    Posted on 04-05-2006 20:08:00 by Melissa
    That is the most stunning location for a suspension I’ve ever seen.

    And Shannon, I’d like to echo all of the other admirers of bmezine in wishing you well (and being able to relate, unfortunately). What you have done and continue to do means so much to so many… some postless days most certainly isn’t the end of the world!

  2. Jeff Zee Avatar
    Jeff Zee

    what some people won’t do to show off….

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