Calling my cousin...

Posted by Judy (Brooksville, Florida, United States) on 21 March 2009 in People & Portrait and Portfolio.

Taken after dinner at the park, Kayla is sitting on a swing, talking to her cousin Quinlin, making plans to see each other the next afternoon. This photo is a good representation of her cheerful personality - a favorite of mine. How her Daddy would love this shot! ... xo

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Linerberry from Sumner, Christchurch, New Zealand

I bet you can see her Daddy in this image too. A beautiful shot and such a lovely child....you must be so proud:-)

21 Mar 2009 7:00am

@Linerberry: Yes, I can, Liners ... and it's both heartwarming and heartbreaking if you know what I mean.
We love her so, but so wish we didn't live so very far away from her.

Lorraine from Gatineau, Canada

Is there anything more beautiful than a happy child, bravo for this candid moment ;)

21 Mar 2009 10:08am

@Lorraine: Thank you, Lorraine ... this was a truly happy time for her.

Marie-Hélène Ammor from Casablanca/Paris, Morocco

beautiful !!This is a great portrait but especially the portrait of a beautiful and happy girl! Is she on a swing?

21 Mar 2009 11:29am

@Marie-Hélène Ammor: Yes, Marie, she is sitting on a swing ... and I added that to the text. Thank you for your lovely comment.

Jen from Alpharetta, United States

You can see such happiness and fun in her eyes!
Great shot Judy

21 Mar 2009 1:13pm

@Jen: Thank you, Jen ... she is such a delight!

Barbara from Florida, United States

Kayla's expression glows with cheer and happiness.
You've captured a beautiful moment.
I can see how you wished for the visit to be just a little longer, Judy.

21 Mar 2009 1:37pm

@Barbara: Thank you, Barb, and you are soooooooooooo right; the visit was all too short!

PS: We were in Tarpon today and saw Noah! :D

EYES WIDE SHUT from The library of my soul, United Kingdom

A lovely portrait of youth and happiness, Judy.

21 Mar 2009 1:54pm

@EYES WIDE SHUT: Thank you, Paul ... a wonderful child in a bittersweet experience.
It's one year tomorrow (22nd) that her daddy died.

john4jack from Corvallis, United States

Dynamite portrait. Terrific capture. The age of the cell phone!!

21 Mar 2009 2:15pm

@john4jack: Yes, "the age of the cell phone."
Thank you, Jack!

Susan from Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States

she looks like she hasn't a care in the world.....great catch!

21 Mar 2009 4:55pm

@Susan: Well, maybe not "a care in the world," but so missing her Daddy, who died a year ago (3/22). :(

Eleftheria from Athens, Greece

She is a very sweet girl! How old is she?

21 Mar 2009 6:26pm

@Eleftheria: She was seven in January, Eleftheria, and is the one whose father died just one year ago.

JJ from Jersey City, United States

Such a sweet shot, with her lovely warm smile,

21 Mar 2009 11:05pm

@JJ: I see a bit of her Daddy in this one. :D

Observing from North West, United Kingdom

She seems happy and carefree now, it will take time to accept.

22 Mar 2009 12:41am

@Observing: You are so right, Mike ....... time heals to some extent! xx

Viewfinder from Bradenton, FL, United States

In the amazing grace of God, I am sure her daddy (your son) is smiling to see how beautifully she is growing.

22 Mar 2009 1:02am

@Viewfinder: Thank you, Glenn ... that is our heartfelt prayer!!!

Scott Schilling from San Martin, United States

Judy, a wonderful capture and great smile - very happy! Make sure she has unlimited minutes and unlimited texting!

22 Mar 2009 3:19am

@Scott Schilling: She was on my cell phone but doesn't have one at home in Colorado. :(

Japanalia from Yokohama, Japan

All your grandchildren are BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE!!! Judy.......You and Mike are so lucky! And so happy to have such treasures!

22 Mar 2009 3:47am

@Japanalia: We are surely grateful to have the four of them, each totally different individuals, but loving beings!
Thank you for your warm comment.

Carol from United States

I can see why you like this picture, Judy. It is awesome.

22 Mar 2009 4:36am

@Carol: Thanks so much, Carol.

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