15th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
The smile of a Million Dreams

Balong, an eighteen year old boy, enthusiastically dreams of being successful teacher someday. At a young age, he has already learned the value of hard work. He has done tough farm field work to provide for his family. He doesn’t mind because he knows there will be better days ahead. He manages to smile in adversity a smile of a million dreams.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2016
Date Uploaded: 11.2017
Photo Location: Cabanatuan, Philippines
Camera: NIKON D3100
Copyright: © herwin barcelona