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Senegalese child appreciating food

During September 2022, I flew out to Senegal. I went to every supermarket to buy food, sweets or bread to offer to local kids who just roam the streets everyday hoping to collect some food for their families. After I gave this kid a muffin, he just stood there mesmerized at the muffin for some seconds, right before getting back to carrying bread, with his father, for his whole family. This really made me feel that we do not appreciate everyday "luxuries" we have. I was glad I had the honor to capture this image.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 09.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2022
Photo Location: Mbour, Senegal
Camera: Canon EOS RP
Copyright: © Fábio Valente