Yet another skill that I have no time to learn
Sichuan, ChinaJuly 2011

Yet another skill that I have no time to learn

Sichuan, China
July 2011

We had arranged a tour of Er Lake with stops at a few different points around the lake. Upon arriving at our first stop, we headed to the top deck to check out the view. My jaw dropped when I saw this. The amphibious invasion had already begun in earnest.
Little Putuo Island (小普陀岛)Er Lake (洱海)Dali, China

We had arranged a tour of Er Lake with stops at a few different points around the lake. Upon arriving at our first stop, we headed to the top deck to check out the view. My jaw dropped when I saw this. The amphibious invasion had already begun in earnest.

Little Putuo Island (小普陀岛)
Er Lake (洱海)
Dali, China

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jane-ta asked: The photo of the gentleman with the child on his back brought tears to my eyes.

Hi Jane, thanks for your note.  He was truly an amazing person.  In hindsight, I wish I could have done more for him.  He gave me so much more in return, so I hope I can go back there one day to express my gratitude properly.

Dali
Yunnan Province, ChinaJuly 2011 

Dali

Yunnan Province, China
July 2011 

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miizou-deactivated20120121 asked: I don't want to ask you anything, I simply want to comment on the sheer brilliance of your photographs! I especially love your shots of the landmarks in Hyderabad. Also, that technique where you make a scene seem like it's a toy set (one of your China photos, and also one of Yosemite Valley) is amazing!

Thank you, you’ve made my day.  :)

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dukeofxxx asked: Your pictures are amazing!!! ;) Best, Em.

Thank you Em!

Dali
Yunnan Province, ChinaJuly 2011 

Dali

Yunnan Province, China
July 2011 

Three Pagodas
Yunnan Province, ChinaJuly 2011 

Three Pagodas

Yunnan Province, China
July 2011 

After  seeing photographs of his grandchildren, he invited us to have lunch at  his home.  He was simply amazing.  With a sleeping child on his back,  he prepared for us a fantastic meal using wild mushrooms, squash, and  potatoes that he grew himself.
Chang Le VillageYunnan Province, ChinaJuly 2011

After seeing photographs of his grandchildren, he invited us to have lunch at his home. He was simply amazing. With a sleeping child on his back, he prepared for us a fantastic meal using wild mushrooms, squash, and potatoes that he grew himself.

Chang Le Village
Yunnan Province, China
July 2011

After seeing his photograph, the man couldn’t stop smiling. He asked me where I was from and started telling me his story. He showed me some wounds on this body that he received when he fought against Americans in the Korean War.
Chang Le VillageYunnan Province, ChinaJuly 2011 

After seeing his photograph, the man couldn’t stop smiling. He asked me where I was from and started telling me his story. He showed me some wounds on this body that he received when he fought against Americans in the Korean War.

Chang Le Village
Yunnan Province, China
July 2011