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Albany | Christine Rucker

by Christine Rucker
Rosa Connors combs out her hair which is usually in a bun.
Rosa Connors reads the Bible. The book of Revelation is one of her favorites. She says that in many ways the Revelation has already begun.
Rosa Connors serves breakfast for Kirby Starnes, a neighbor for whom she frequently cooks for and looks after, and her cousin Corb Hopkins (left corner).
Rosa Connors sits on her bed during the afternoon and reads the Bible.
Rosa Connors
Rosa Connors
Rosa Connors home
Rosa Connors
Rosa Connors
Rosa Connors
Rosa Connors stands in front of her Albany home.
Rosa Connors says goodnight to her daughter on her front porch.
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Rosa Connors feeds her hogs, which she has 6 of. This is a morning and afternoon ritual.
Rosa Connors sings gospel songs on her front porch as her cousin, Corb Hopkins, listens.

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