This was taken with a Pentax 50mm f/1.4 lens at f/11 in the early dawn at Folly Beach, South Carolina. I was originally there to capture the lighthouse at dawn, but sadly, was unsuccessful in capturing anything truly outstanding that featured Morris Island Light. My close friend, Fan, happily modeled this shot for me, and it is definitely one of my favorites from both mornings. She eventually conceded that I was right, and that it was worth being up at 5 in the morning to see the sunrise.
Human trafficking leads to other problems, too. Where trafficking goes, violent crime follows. Human trafficking draws criminals of the worst kinds. Where one black market exists, others follow, creating even more victims and violence.
Trafficked women are treated like little more than property. This leads to many side effects, including mental distress, shame, grief, fear, distrust, and suicidal thoughts. Victims may turn to drugs and alcohol in order to cope with their pain, and many develop post traumatic stress disorder.
