Children of Papua 8
Most of the village kids were either following us around the village or just horsing around but she didn’t seem to notice or care about the excitement. She emerged from the grove of trees across the field, approached and silently passed us with a steady stride without acknowledging anyone, then disappeared into a cluster of houses. Hanging on her back through a strap that slung on her head was some piece of tree bark. Whatever that piece of bush material meant, it must be important because her face showed extreme focus and determination to bring it home.
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The drag of endless mental work in a strange land takes its toll. Fatigue can kill so petty escapades provide hopeful deviations from the brewing madness. An aging DSLR keeps good company to a walk around the neighbourhood, a short drive to a scenic place, or a silent recollection in a quiet nook granting that the host community and the elements of nature would allow one a safe passage to solitude and contemplation. Loneliness quickly turns to joy when something exciting gets captured by the cam’s shutter then set free into the laptop’s screen followed by electric words that rush from the fingers to the keyboard in an effort to describe the moment. Alas, the brain is alive once again!
Great shot !
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Thanks.
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Yes, she looks determined, doesn’t she? It’s kind of sad that she’s out there all by herself and seems to be on such an important mission at her age. Great image, Jessie.
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True. I really wondered what’s so important with that thing when she’s supposed to be playing with the rest of the kids. Thanks for your thought, Gina.
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Great close up
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Thank you, 2 Rivers Photos.
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She needs to take home that which she has found. Maybe to start a fire for cooking?
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Maybe. My guess is, it’s going to be part of her house’s wall, though I’m not sure. Thanks, scrapydo.
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Wonderful capture!
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Thanks, Madhu.
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Amazing shot
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Thanks, Bashar. Loving your photos too!
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Very nice photo in black and white – she looks very determent !! Brilliant shot.
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Thanks, viveka.
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I love the way you captured the concentration on her face.
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So very determined this little girl! Love all your children’s photos!
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Sweet face…and yes…such determination! She doesn’t want you or the others to take her precious find! 😉 Love the photo!
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Glad I was able to capture the expression — it tells a lot. Thanks again, Gina.
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Great image, she certainly looks determined and a little lonely.
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Yes, she does look lonely with some hint of anguish? Thanks, Rebecca.
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The message from this photo is a very clear one…and makes me think to my happy childhood. Great capture, congrats !
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Thanks, Mala.
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