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Young and attention-seeking

In this photo, three girls are dancing to an 80s song at a school party. They are late to the party, so they try to make the most of their remaining 20 minutes by dancing jerkily. They try not to look around, but in their hearts they crave attention and admiration from others. They want people to notice how confident and bright they can be. But even if no one comes to them and says compliments, they will continue to have fun, because they are young. Life is limited, but that's what makes it rich and memorable

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2022
Photo Location: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Copyright: © Kamilla Serikbay