I know that we all have had trials and tribulations in our lives. At one point in my I life lost everything and it very nearly cost me my life. I guess that's why I feel a connection of sorts to the downtrodden and try to show some compassion in the photographs. Thanks for the kind words, everyone.



Quote Originally Posted by Asylum Steve
Having photographed the homeless in Miami on numerous occasions, I know the feelings that emerge when you're confronted with these kinds of situations...

When I worked as a photojournalist, I had to have street cred, and so spent time with much of what would be considered the "fringe" of society. And in South Florida, when I say fringe, I mean out there...

It was one of the best things that could have happened to me, as it forced me out of my comfort zone, and taught me that most of these people are simply that: real people with feelings. To a person, they all had previous lives where they were much better off, and more impotantly, hopes and dreams of a future life as well.

Sure, their presence often makes us uncomfortable, but I've never felt ignoring them is the answer...

Like you Charles, I too came perilously close to losing my home at one point. Now, I've always had a family as a safety net, but it scared me enough to make me realize that it is something that can happen to almost any of us.

Thanks for sharing...