Invisible Barriers

Frank and Betty invited us to join their family for dinner during our stay in Konombe. I have an ample collection of images of their three daughters and a young boy friend that exude joy – bright eyes and big smiles, the oldest cocking a proud pose in front of her father's car... but I keep coming back to this image and this one. It's representative of our beginning. Their questions. The children had not yet eased into themselves. Curious. Unsure. Wondering what to think of these two Muzungus (white people) with their big cameras. It reminds me of the presence of invisible barriers we craft on instinct. And the power of trust to tear them down.

Comments

[georgia]

these are wonderful shots. i badly want to go to another country that is so different than my surroundings and take some photos. there is so much to photograph around me, but i would love the experience of taking pictures like this. i would love the experience of traveling and learning about other people. thank you for sharing.

[elizabeth]

So true, so true.... The need to protect ourselves is real. But the trust that sometimes grows out of that need, this is what brightens our eyes and nourishes our hearts... Thanks for pairing this powerful photo with your keen observations.