I chose the image of the little girl with the combo tiara and pink cowboy hat to be the cover of my book because I love her unconventional crown and her determined gaze into the camera. I spotted her at Adams Morgan Day 2-3 years ago wearing along pink tutu with cowboy boots along with her crown. How could I not take her picture? She's the brave little fashion plate I wanted to be when I was little.
My extremely resilient and adventurous friend, Caitlyn chose this picture to respond to. It totally fits her child-like fun loving side and now she has taken on one of those "grown up" roles that so many women have over the centuries... that of mommy. Caitlyn, your little Connor is so lucky to have such a fun loving, strong, resilient, adventurous, and beautifl woman to be his mommy!! With you I can only imagine the amazing man he will become!!
Here's her response:
The image reminds me of being a little girl and being told by my strong, amazing mother that I could do anything and be anything. I grew up knowing I had the unconditional support and love of my biggest fan and that has kept me motivated throughout my life. Often, little girls are told they can't do this or that and I simply cannoth imagine what a loss it is for those girls, the women they become, and the world around them. We can do anything, be anyone, create, jump, laugh, and reach all the dreams that we create for ourselves! That first photo captures the essence of female potential for me.
Caitlyn- you are one of my inspirations that anything is possible! Thank you for that.
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