Last week I had the pleasure of meeting a little girl who reminded me of the great virtue of curiosity that seems to influence us so much as children.
Arianna was not only friendly and extremely intelligent, but she was full of this uncontrollable sense of curiosity and adventure. Every second of the time I spent with her she wanted to show me something new, or take my hand and lead me somewhere special. While I will admit it isn't the easiest thing in the world to capture the portrait of a beautiful girl constantly on the move, it was completely rejuvenating experiencing her sheer excitement for life and living in every moment.
There's definitely something phenomenal behind this little girl's eyes. Something inspiring!
Interesting fact: That beautiful pooch right there is my Gypsy. Gypsy is the first dog I ever rescued, and she lived with me for about a year while I was living/working/creating out of my very small 400 square foot apartment. I loved that little apartment, and I loved my little Australian herding puppy, but unfortunately they didn't love each other. In hopes of giving my Gypsy the yard, room to run and play, and life she deserved, I gave her to Arianna and her family who could supply her with everything she really needed to live a fulfilled, healthy, doggy life. Now she has a huge yard to run through and a big single family home to call her own pooch palace.
I didn't think when I went to photograph Arianna and her family that Gypsy would remember me, but she did right away and fell at my feet! I can't explain to you how happy it was to know that Gypsy still remembered me and loved me, and it made me even happier to see how well she was doing. It was the perfect end to a beautiful day and a wonderful photo session!
Here's to reconnecting with long lost loved ones (human or furry friend), a grand curiosity for life, and the joy spending a simple sunny day in your backyard,
xoxo,
Lillie
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