Darkness

Only the privileged were held here.  Given their own space.  As if this could be considered a privilege at all.
~Dachau Concentration Camp, Germany

Smoked

Wrapped tightly by a gentleman whose hands show years of such labor.  The sweet smell of tobacco wafts through the open door, inviting even the casual observer. 
~Little Havana, Miami

Nurture

Infants cling to their mothers while the mothers keep watch.
~Hwange, Zimbabwe

Sunshiney Day

Palms greet the sun at the beginning of a beautiful day.
~Kauai, Hawaii

Historians

Now banished to the basement, these lanterns have witnessed decades of family secrets.
~Mercouri Winery, Olympia, Greece

End of Shift

Fishermen anchor their bangkas as the sun begins its descent.
~El Nido, Philippines

Il Gondoliere

The lone gondolier awaits the arrival of a love-struck couple.
~Venice, Italy

Heart of a Volunteer

Volunteers cook lunch at a local elementary school.  For some children, this is their only meal of the day.
~Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Beauty & the Beast

Though she is surrounded by rubble, her beauty shone through.
~Havana, Cuba