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[serene]

I have seen one photo of the tsunami aftermath. One. Of a father(?) holding a dead toddler. I felt like a ghoul for viewing it, and wondered what kind of person it would take to shoot the photo (NOT "what kind of fiend could shoot such a photo?" but "what kind of person would have the whatever-it-is to do such a thing for a living and not kill zirself in despair?".) I won't be looking at any more if I can help it.

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[klwalton.livejournal.com]

The kind of person who feels the world should see things as they are. And yes, it takes a toll.

[serenejournal.livejournal.com]

I hope it is clear that I'm saying they/you must have a lot of strength, not that they/you are ghouls.

[klwalton.livejournal.com]

Absolutely. No worries, hon.

[johnpalmer.livejournal.com]

I was thinking of this. Something akin to "this pains me so much that I realize that it *must* be seen."