Africa 8: The African Spirit is Alive and Well
In Africa post number 4, I said the spirit of Africa is alive and well. I would like to introduce, here, and in future posts, a few, of the many wonderful, amazing people we were privileged to meet. People who, with all their combined brothers and sisters, make up the spirit of Africa.
Photographing these folks was a joy.
They seemed genuinely pleased to have me ask them for a photograph.
Many are dealing with sorrows that we can't begin to imagine.
But at the same time, they make a decision to get the most joy out of each day that they possibly can.
Their laughter is genuine, and authentic.
They were often busy. So, while they were all exceedingly gracious, my permission to shoot them often lasted mere seconds. Which was fine. We made it work.
I thought while were there that we managed to get names properly recorded. However, when we returned home I realized we had no names for many.
I apologize to those whose names I didn't get. And I'll do what I can to get the blanks filled in.
As I look at these pictures, the question that always comes up for me is: How can you not love the spirit of these people?
Continue on to Post 9: Flying in Bush Planes, by clicking here.
This is Sisasenkosi, who had us call him Sisa. He was our trip leader for the southern half of our adventure. |
"Monty," all around helpful person at Baobab lodge |
They seemed genuinely pleased to have me ask them for a photograph.
"SP," Bartender extraordinaire |
Many are dealing with sorrows that we can't begin to imagine.
"Ivy", manager of Baobab Safari Lodge |
But at the same time, they make a decision to get the most joy out of each day that they possibly can.
Driver Guide |
Their laughter is genuine, and authentic.
Driver guide |
"Thinners," Makoro guide. |
"Rio," manager Banoka Camp |
They were often busy. So, while they were all exceedingly gracious, my permission to shoot them often lasted mere seconds. Which was fine. We made it work.
Not clear what her title was. But she always greeted us with a smile. |
I thought while were there that we managed to get names properly recorded. However, when we returned home I realized we had no names for many.
"Lattoh," shy and unassuming but very competent. |
I apologize to those whose names I didn't get. And I'll do what I can to get the blanks filled in.
Support staff at Lufupa Camp.. |
As I look at these pictures, the question that always comes up for me is: How can you not love the spirit of these people?
Continue on to Post 9: Flying in Bush Planes, by clicking here.
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