I must confess to have been terribly torn on a recent two weeks in Australia. I was torn between shooting and embracing fully the life experience. In some important ways, the lens insulates one from some of the strain inherent in any alien experience. During my 2008 trip to China, Hong Kong, and Singapore, I found my camera an excellent friend and valuable in opening many hearts. It also dulled the sting of falling headlong into such a weird, dynamic world. My tinge of guilt felt today hinges on a modest sense of loss at not capturing more on camera during out time Down Under. Photos can hep you re-live the experience.
Nevertheless, I realized the parallel universe of Oz actually demanded more of my attention than I could offer with a camera in the way. The rainstorm of wonderful memories left us nourished and reinvigorated. I came to see more clearly.
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