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Title: Old Woman Picture from my walk today
Post by: Skief on August 24, 2004, 05:05:33 PM
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On my walk today, went to another church, I'll post pictures next week after the DPChallenge for hope is finished.  But outside each church are these old women begging for money.  People give to them, thinking that they have done their 'good deed' for the time, and God will bless them for it. 
Title: Re: Old Woman Picture from my walk today
Post by: Janet on August 24, 2004, 05:58:43 PM
When I see a face like that, I wonder what life stories lie behind it.  Are these women truly in need, or is it just an easy way to get money?  I like to know before I give to someone whether the need is genuine, or if not.  I know there are many truly destitute people, though.
Title: Re: Old Woman Picture from my walk today
Post by: Jane Walker on August 24, 2004, 09:18:52 PM
Quote from: Janet on August 24, 2004, 05:58:43 PM
When I see a face like that, I wonder what life stories lie behind it. Are these women truly in need, or is it just an easy way to get money? I like to know before I give to someone whether the need is genuine, or if not. I know there are many truly destitute people, though.

A lot of living behind that face, JANET  A whole lot of living.   :-\

Thanks Mike ...
Title: Re: Old Woman Picture from my walk today
Post by: Al Moak on August 24, 2004, 11:19:33 PM
Jane - I guess it's not too amazing, but those were the very words that lept to my mind upon seeing that picture.  But yet, with all the obvious years and experiences, did she learn anything about "the one thing needful?"
Title: Re: Old Woman Picture from my walk today
Post by: Jane Walker on August 25, 2004, 02:54:00 AM
AL it allmost looks like a quizzical expression ... what is she asking?  Does anyone have the ANSWER for her?   I wonder too ....
Title: Re: Old Woman Picture from my walk today
Post by: Jenny on August 25, 2004, 08:11:49 AM
Poor lady.

May we realise that not all countries are privileged to have Government or other Pension Schemes. It must be so humiliating for these peole having to beg for their bread. Where else can they go but to the Lord's House.

May they find that Our Lord feeds body and soul...Amen.
Title: Re: Old Woman Picture from my walk today
Post by: Pat on August 25, 2004, 08:46:29 AM

I like this photo...

The shadows and lighting are just right.  What a good study, Mike.

Yes, lots of questions.
Title: Re: Old Woman Picture from my walk today
Post by: Etta Sue on August 25, 2004, 10:36:37 AM
Very good photo, Mike.  Just look at those lines on her forehead.  Lots of worry...lots of frowning.  She looks dark, weathered from the sun and harsh winters.  Yes, lots of life in this picture and one has to wonder if she has found the answer to living or is still 'needy'.
Title: Re: Old Woman Picture from my walk today
Post by: Dakota Parks on August 25, 2004, 11:41:59 AM
that is a great photo!
Title: Re: Old Woman Picture from my walk today
Post by: Sonifo on August 27, 2004, 10:30:09 AM
Wonderful image!
Title: Re: Old Woman Picture from my walk today
Post by: Kathy on August 28, 2004, 09:44:30 AM
Looks like something that should be in National Geographic with a story behind it. 

Now it's up to Skief.."for the rest of the story"
Title: Re: Old Woman Picture from my walk today
Post by: nards656 on August 30, 2004, 05:19:59 PM
Good work; excellent f-stop choice for short DOF.  I LIKE IT!
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