"Xianthee's days are filled with lessons and responsibilities, and she's a diligent, serious student, so smiles from her are rare and often reserved."
"Rivers frequently dry up for months, forcing families to suffer crop failures, to ration and face heightened risks of illness."
"The raw, authentic happiness on their faces pulled me back to my own childhood. Instead of telling them to stop, I did the opposite."
Mark Linel Padecio's family life in Danao City, Cebu, revolves around schedules and responsibilities. His daughter, Xianthee, is a serious student, rarely smiling. The family owns a small farm affected by drought, which causes crop failures and health risks. A recent rainfall brought relief, allowing Xianthee to play joyfully in mud with her cousin Zack, who enjoys a simpler life. Padecio initially considered pulling her away but chose to honor the moment by capturing it on his phone, reflecting on his own childhood happiness.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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