Fearless

Posted byKathy SimmonsPosted inBirds, PhotographyTags:, , ,

Whenever I need a quick pick me up I glance at this photograph of my niece Alaina alongside an Emu she befriended while on holiday in Australia. At each viewing, I am struck by the two vastly different moods displayed. My niece nonchalant, as if posing with the creature is an everyday occurrence and the bird itself which resembles an enormous stuffed toy and sports an expression of wide-eyed delight in being included in this impromptu photo opp.

Although warned by the owner of the farm the emu could be extremely dangerous, Alaina took it in stride as she does in every aspect of her life. A poster child for courage and perseverance, she is my hero. She lost her own hero, her beloved father, to pancreatic cancer four years ago. Yet as is her nature, she pushed through the heartache. Completing college she moved to New York City and landed a challenging job she loves, all the while being a solid support to her mother and younger brother. I believe we should all should take a lesson from my fearless niece in facing life head on, as shown below in this wonderful portrait.

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Published by Kathy Simmons

I am an ex New Yorker who still misses the vibrancy of the city. I seek out the humor in every day life and relay it through my stories in the hope others will appreciate as well. I love to write about growing up with my fantastically unique Irish mother whose memory inspires me every day. Although she is no longer with us, her antics are an endless staple for my tales. I currently live in Connecticut with my husband, two sons and toy fox terrier Anabel.

17 thoughts on “Fearless”

  1. I’m not sure what happened but I tried to reply to your post two times, but each time, it got deleted, so I’m unsure whether you got my comment. In a nutshell, it said, Ariana sounds like a very special and compassionate young lady in your life. I love the photo of her with the emu – what a magnificent bird! Thanks for sharing it.

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  3. I think your niece is awesome, to lose a father at an younger age is extremely tragic, those who face it understand. I do because I had the same fate. For her to think of education is a plus in itself and then take care of her mother. What can I say but it’s an angelic quality. Normal humans lose their senses and cannot at times forget how to deal with it. My best wishes to your niece and you too for introducing us to such a great personality. 🙂

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  4. As you mentioned The Secret Garden, the book that shaped my life, you have my full attention. I like the photo and your tale, especially your praise of your special mother.
    Thank you!

    Joanna

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  5. Thank you Joanna. The Secret Garden is one of my favorite books and the movie (the original when scene changes from black and white to color (garden) is enchanting. xxo

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  9. I can see why a quick glance at this would fill you with joy. What a great selfie!

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