LOVE AT FIRST BITE
Every Thursday morning we go out to help the poor, the aged and HIV/Aids sufferers with food, clothing and to do the paperwork for those who are illiterate and eligible for a government pension (about US$20 a month)
This image was for a special occasion… Christmas! Each child received a chocolate, some sweets, toys and clothing, so it was very special for them. This little boy, an AIDS orphan, is looked after by his grandmother who has to survive on the above pension and our ‘handouts’ every Thursday – a loaf of bread, some meal and whatever we have managed to collect during the week.
All the proceeds from the sale of this image will go to the Redhouse Benevolent Society.
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Deborah Parkin
a beautiful and touching portrait Mugsy and a wonderful charity too – nice one :0)
Michael Lane
Cool shot and awesome cause. Where is this?
Michael Lane
Is this from the hospices in SA?
Mugsy
Just outside Port Elizabeth, on the outskirts of a township called ‘Veeplaas’. It is one of the poorest communities in this area. It makes you realise that, no matter how little you’ve got, it’s a lot more than these people will ever have….. no running water, no electricity, living in shacks. Very sad.
And some of them get mugged on their way back home!
Trevor Patters...
Mugsy, thats a really touching story… I don’t have any money, but my belly is full and I have a roof over my head, so I figure I can buy at least one of these. I hope others can do more for you!
Mugsy
No Michael, the hospices deal mainly with terminally ill patients… They too, are in dire financial straits.
Mugsy
Thanks Catchlight….. it’s going to be a long haul, but this I promise you…...... It’s really going to be appreciated!!!!!!!!!!
And, thank you!
Judith Oppenhe...
great shot
mlgkats
nice portrait and good facial expression, great cause to help. , well done
Adrian Donoghue
Keep up the good work Mugsy, lovely portrait.
Rany Lutz
Great shot and story, Mugsy
Virginia McGowan
What a wonderful person you are! Thanks for putting this picture on here.
Nicole Goggins
heart wrenching… keep up the good work – beautiful portrait…
missmunchy
I want to cry looking at him….its beautiful
micmac
A tender and heartbraking story ,fantastic shot Mugsy.
paul777
Mugsy…....................this is the most touching photo i’ve seen on RB. Then on reading about it backs up this picture. Having children of my own brings his plight home even more. I and my family are very lucky to be living in a country where poverty is alot less. I think it is honourable of you to go to these places and make their day with sweets. Total respect and keep up the fantastic work.
Mugsy
Thanks everyone…. it really brings me down to earth every time I go there. My worst day is better than their best day….. they walk for miles to get to our ‘offices’ (old metal, windowless containers) to collect whatever there is for them, yet never complain. Maybe one day…..........................................
Nira Dabush
What a wonderful capture..a great title to go with this beautiful portrait shot
LostBoy1
Moving stuff! your a good fella…don`t ever change :)
Michael Lane
Congrats again on this photo. Thank you for reminding us of how lucky we are and how unlucky others can be.
Mugsy
Thank you to the kind soul who just bought 10 cards!!!!!!
Awesome! ........ and appreciated!
Please let me know who you are so I can keep you posted as to how the money will be spent!
Bless you!!!!!!
cyclops
truely agree… luv @ 1st sight!