I just got done listening to Mike Colón on the [b] school's study hall earlier today.  I met Mike years ago at WPPI and was instantly drawn to his style of photography and the approach he has taken in his business.  Fast forward a few years and I was able to have the opportunity to attend one of his workshops.  Since then, I have kept in touch and am proud to be able to call him both a mentor and a friend.  With that said, nothing could have prepared me for when I got a call from Mike inviting me on the Thirst Relief & Grace Ormonde benefit shoot.  Despite a lot of things going on, I knew there was a reason he called and that I had to go.  It was a great experience and I will forever be grateful for the opportunity. 

Back to today.  After I got done listening to the video stream, I knew I had my image for this weeks Tanzania Thursday!  The shot of Mike was taken on the bus ride to the safari we were going on.  He had just purchased a new toy, as you will see firmly clenched in his mouth.  Personally, I think he just hadn't gotten enough Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in, and needed to let off some steam.  While on the safari, we had come up on a couple of sleepy kitties, albeit big kitties!  I managed to get the other shot as the lioness was letting us know she knew we were there.  After going through things, I couldn't help but laugh at the similarities. 

In closing and before we get to the picture, I just wanted to say a huge "Thank You" to Mike for thinking of me for this trip, and for all he has done for us and a lot of others within the photo community.