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n. america north america Matt WEISS • [email protected]READ MORE, DIVE MOREERIK PETERSENWe did not stray far from home this time around. ASIAN
Geographic has always had a strong thread of humanitarianism in
our DNA, as well as that of eco mindedness. This is our 2015 edition
that pays homage to where we come from, our greatest source of
inspiration and passion. As human beings, it is familiar ground
to have affinity towards a fellow being. From there, it naturally
branches out en route for the lives that surround us and make our
own existence that much richer. This has been a soul-satisfying
edition, where our more-often-than-not efforts in vain, show some
positive effects. It lends greater motivation to continue the work.
May you find inspiration as well to make your place here on Earth a
significant one.Salam, shalom, om shanti...