" Mirror mirror on the wall, who's the fairest of them all?"...... ME!
My appearance screams American mostly because of my fair skin. It is comical to walk the markets or the streets and be gawked at. But what is even more fun is to be asked if they can take MY picture.
"Picture please?" is not only coming from my mouth, but theirs. I am not quite sure if there is any custom behind the request or just novelty. Either way, what an ego booster! I feel like a movie star.
Being respectful, I have been asking permission to take pictures. I have only been declined once. The people of India love being photographed. So much so, that most of the time they will try to get your attention with a pose or a prop. Mothers use their babies dressed in their best. Young girls use puppies. Children just run up and ask, " picture please?" After taking any of their pictures, they enjoy seeing the photo on your camera. They laugh and giggle and want their friends to see. It is such a menial task that provides much happiness to them. Their smiles are endearing,and their gratitude profound.
I can not refuse "picture please " from whatever angle it was being asked!
My appearance screams American mostly because of my fair skin. It is comical to walk the markets or the streets and be gawked at. But what is even more fun is to be asked if they can take MY picture.
"Picture please?" is not only coming from my mouth, but theirs. I am not quite sure if there is any custom behind the request or just novelty. Either way, what an ego booster! I feel like a movie star.
Being respectful, I have been asking permission to take pictures. I have only been declined once. The people of India love being photographed. So much so, that most of the time they will try to get your attention with a pose or a prop. Mothers use their babies dressed in their best. Young girls use puppies. Children just run up and ask, " picture please?" After taking any of their pictures, they enjoy seeing the photo on your camera. They laugh and giggle and want their friends to see. It is such a menial task that provides much happiness to them. Their smiles are endearing,and their gratitude profound.
I can not refuse "picture please " from whatever angle it was being asked!
I love seeing India and the experiences through your eyes!!!
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