Is he neglected, this litterbin boy?

I really would like to dare more with street photography. Today I gave it a shot, so to speak, at the market.
I saw this boy eating some fried fish just next to this big litterbin. His mom (? to his right) and his granny (? to his left) didn't communicate with him at all. I got a little pitty feeling because he seemed neglected to me.

[Sarah]

Great street scene

[Brennie B]

street life. lots going on. but my main focus i have to admit was that little boy

[Andy S]

The thing is your shot asks a question, and that is what street photography is about, so keep going:-)

[sally agnew]

Interesting candid shot, like it :)

[katy]

Such an unusual photo. You have made it perfect for the six word story though

[Peter H]

It's a good observation shot. And "pathetique" in the classical French meaning ((= émouvant, dramatique) moving).

[Daryl O'Hare]

@grammyn I agree! Street photography is best when a narrative unfolds that remains a mystery, and I think you have done a great job here. I know that people could catch me at any moment in time and probably deduce that I was a horrible mother! ha.

[Marloes]

@darylo Haha, yeah, what you say about motherhood is recognizable to me ;-)

[365street]

Well done with this street shot, I hope to see some more.

[Marloes]

@365street Wow. Thanks, I'll try my best :-)