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Wow Ed! Apocalyptic! I would like to say "Holy smokes!", but that would be too corny. :ROTFL: Great captures of a one-of-a-kind sunset.
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Morning
Apologies if these are a little sensitive for some.
In my discussions with survivors here in Vietnam, I had the opportunity to visit 4 people yesterday, all victims in one way or another from the war or from ERW, explosive remnants of war. It was really sad, interesting and moving all at the same time.
What was really interesting was that I met a range of people who have been affected through the years, a woman who was 6 or 7 at the start of the war who lost her leg and most of her family, a guy who in the early 90's moved a cluster munition from his field which exploded and he lost both hands and an eye, a guy who just 2 years ago working on a dredging barge on the river sucked up a bomb which exploded as it came through the pipe and hit the boat causing serious brain damage and physical injuries, this was the last guy I met.
5 years ago he happened to be cooking over a fire without knowing there was a cluster munition buried below, the heat set off the fuse and he lost both hands, an eye and most of the use of his second eye, pretty debilitating injuries and a tough time recovering.
We spoke for an hour, he had his wife and parents with him and has been receiving support with help to start a little family shop but these people are incredibly poor, they have almost nothing. Life goes on though, he has a son who basically cried every time he saw me!
I photographed and have stories from all the people I met today, not sure if people want to read but can post more or leave it off the forum if preferred, although I think stories should be told, just may not be the right place!
I like the calmness that this image gives me. Tasman Sea New Zealand.
This was taken two years ago. We have been to NZ four times and my wife did her undergrad in NZ. How did you do with your photos?Surprised we did not cross paths in NZ but I was a week early.
This was taken two years ago. We have been to NZ four times and my wife did her undergrad in NZ. How did you do with your photos?
It was my first trip so I am very pleased with the results Steven. Of course the weather and light never fully cooperate so we have many more looks for future trips.
Probably the most naturally beautiful country I have visited. My wife would move there if she could convince the rest of the family. :ROTFL:
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