“Always Leave Them Laughing When You Say Goodbye” *

They are hysterical with laughter.  When I say “Goodbye” they are hysterical with laughter.

Just moments before, they were angry.

The town of Moulay Idriss (pop 12,600) clings to rocky outcrops high above an agricultural plain in the north of Morocco.  After having visited the big cities, I decided, “This is the real Morocco.”  The bright white town and its inhabitants seem so exotic.

The town is perfect for a photo shoot.  Yet somehow, I sense that the local folks would object to being photographed, even if I ask permission.