charcoal. Some background. I've walked past this small 'store' many times always on my way to a supermarket, yesterday was different. Although I didn't stop, I slowed enough, to shoot a few frames. It had been raining on and off most of the day, but not heavy rain. It was overcast and hot. I was tired and sweaty, having walked several blocks to the supermarket. I noticed this woman, sitting on the same low stool, her back to the road, oblivious to the passing traffic. She sorts charcoal, examining each piece individually. Then placing the piece lovingly into a bag. The charcoal is used for cooking, a cheaper alternative to gas or electricity, it can be also used to barbecue.
Plague Days - Charcoal - afternoon - Bagong Silang, Caloocan City, Manila, The Philippines,
January 6, 2020
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