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There is so much about South Africa to love, but for me the people are really it. Here is a small sampling of some of the folks I met.

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These are wonderful photos, Leona, What great smiles. You've photographed them in such a way that it makes want to get to know them, too.
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I went to Jamaica on a missions construction back a number of years ago and I found that their native indigenous peoples were some of the friendliest people that I ever met...Fell in love with them very quickly. Great shots that show great personality
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I love these shots Leona, you captured the essence of each of these lovely people. very nicely done,
thank you for sharing these.
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Thank you all so much. The native people there are South Africa's biggest asset in my opinion. They are so poverty stricken in most cases and yet the happiest and most inspiring people I've ever met.
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What wonderful people Leona. You captured them so well too! The personality and the obvious connection you have with them really come through. Love the smiles and such colorful beadwork on the last girl. Nice capture.
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Thank you Fred. Your comments always mean a lot to me.
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Nice photos, Leona. I really like the colors in the third one.
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smiling happy people, what's not to love about these!!
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