This kid came whizzing past me, his face so delightful I had to photograph him, despite my concern that his mother might feel threatened.

I wish I was always that happy. Oh, I'm sure he has his melt-downs, but he's clearly in the moment in a way I've long forgotten.

After I caught this image, Jean, never shy with strangers, marched up to the mother and asked if we could photograph her child. She said OK and called him over, explaining I wanted to take his picture.

Oh, jeez no, Lady! Don't make him pose. Aaahhh. Too late.

He solemnly posed. I kept on snapping off shots, mostly to show appreciation to his mother for allowing me to.

Not wanting to photograph the top of his head, I stooped down. Instantly, he stopped posing and engaged me in a crouching game. Success! He's not posing anymore.

What a cutie!