Sugar

The wind changed direction in an instant and suddenly we were all running for our lives on a sugar cane plantation in Bahia, Brazil . Controlled burning of the cane is routine, making for easier cutting, yet things can get out of control fast. Slaves from Senegal and Nigeria first came to Bahia around 1515 …

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James Whitlow Delano – The Little People: Equatorial Rainforest Project

James Whitlow Delano The Little People: Equatorial Rainforest Project In the Eden-like rainforests that once clothed the equator, multinational corporations are quietly stealing the resources of powerless, largely voiceless indigenous peoples whose names still identify the mountains, the valleys, and the rivers from where oil, timber, gold and other valuable minerals are spirited away. Imagine …

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Nick Nichols in the Outer Banks

NatGeo Editor, Photographer, and Explorer, Michael “Nick” Nichols in the Outer Banks. Nick is a dear friend for I have no idea how long. Magnum colleague, NatGeo colleague, and we be high a few times colleague. Nick and Reba’s backyard slide shows became Look3. Every photographer I know at Magnum and NatGeo is a workaholic. …

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Wind

There’s almost always a breeze in the outer banks. Or rather a pretty decent strong wind. That’s why both kite boarders and the Wright Brothers showed up here. For sure most of us who live here in the outer banks do so because of the weather. It’s often dramatic. Some of us are even disappointed …

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The last image

@amber_hockeborne signing off here. It’s been a gift to share a slice of my life – what a wild ride! You all have been incredibly generous and supportive, I cannot thank you enough. Biggest thanks to @diegorlando & @davidalanharvey for the chance to join the @burndiary community. I’m off on another great adventure and would …

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Chesapeake Bay

Eastern Shore of Va. Chesapeake Bay. This body of water was formed by a meteorite awhile back and is soon to become a National Park. It plays a big role in the English settlement of the U.S. and is an eclectic combo of commerce and recreation. We arrived by boat at Sunset Beach to get …

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The next wave

Day 10: It’s here where the ocean guided me away from my sorrow. Imagining life as a wild discovery and it has become just that. Words are unnecessary, they have become to enormous to deliver, just as the waves that fall overhead. The beauty of the next wave is edging ever closer. This is @amber_hockeborne …

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Wildlife protection

Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge NC allows for sea turtles and nesting birds to lay eggs with protection and areas are clearly marked. No driving on the wide beach here. A lone surfer sprints to catch a few summer waves and is zero threat to the environment. National Park regulations are often at odds with …

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Day 10

Day 10: The beauty of San Francisco is being steps from your door easily seeing the same people, almost everyday. By taking a moment to stop and connect with your neighbors, you can open the door to a beautiful story of love and life. I will continue to lead with open heart – here in …

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I can feel the Ocean

Day 9: Closing my eyes, I can feel the ocean – heavy rolling waves seem to crash in all directions. I take today with me, as I drift away into sleep. This is @amber_hockeborne and my love affair with San Francisco and Ocean Beach is ever growing.