Despair in Africa


We are such a wealthy nation. I had never seen this pulitzer prize winning phot obefore today and it will haunt me henceforth...

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Susan said…
What a haunting photo. I believe the child made it. We have an "adopted son" who lived in Rwanda during the genocide of 1994. This photo touched my soul. Thanks for sharing it. There is much to be done.
September 12, 2008 at 8:52 PM
Unknown said…
How heart-wrenching that image is!

On a different note, I just looked at your profile page and LOVE your occupation. So true!
September 17, 2008 at 8:04 AM
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