Last week, on the night before my niece and her son flew back home to Texas, I took this photo of Marshall and Connor. They were hugging each other good-bye until the next time Connor and his Mom visit . And immediately after the hug, Connor said: “I love ya, Man”, and Marshall, of course, echoed the sentiment.
What do I see when I look at this photo?
I see fun. Connor brings out the little boy in Marshall. Marshall is amazed, as we all are, at Connor’s quick wit. When they’re together, they talk about everything from dinosaurs to Monster Trucks.
I also see just a touch of sadness, because they both know it probably be almost a year before they see each other again.
But, most of all, when I look at this picture…..I see love, man.
these days of mine 
Absolutely love this pictures….and yes, the fun and love definitely show….
The photo has LOVE written all over it – especially in those two smiles!
Pam
I love this, man!
the Joy radiates from both of them; wonderful photo – make copies .. for all 3 of you 🙂 MJ
What a wonderful picture. One for the album I think!!!
Such a wonderful picture. Marshall has a special place in Connor’s heart. They are buddies for life.
What a great picture!
Yup, I can see it too! Nice.
Such HAPPY faces!! This is a great shot, a great memory!
i love to see men and boys who are not afraid to show their feelings – even if it is mixed in with a bit of bravado. 🙂
Great!! Marshall must be a role model for Connor.
great photo… makes me miss all of my family back in Pittsburgh!!
What a shot! So much love! What if everybody loved everybody like this? Wow….
Aww, how cute! Love that they said “I love you, man” to each other. Connor sounds like a little ham. Glad to see you captured this obviously precious moment 🙂
I love the name Connor. I still remember how much I looked up to older cousins…they were my mentors, role models, who I constantly carried with me in my mind as I made choices in life. How lucky Connor is to have Marshall as his role model and of course, loving cousin, the guy who knows how to hug.
You definitely see the love! Great looking guys who are not afraid of a hug…terrific!
You were quick to catch this one as fast as he moves !!!! Energy on two legs !!! See ya next year, man !
Not fair..you made me cry. Great photo.
I’ll be sure to show Connor your blog. I’ve always had so much fun with Marshall and it makes me very happy that Connor loves him and enjoys his company as much as I do.
They do enjoy each others humor !
This is from Connor –
Hey Marshall ….Love ya Man!!!!
cutest photo EVER!!!
Enjoyed the post, and I see now Connor is even checking out your blog! =)
Fantastic smiles!
What a great picture! I know those looks all too well…Goodbye’s are always so tough.
I could almost feel the love. Their expressions said it all.
How wonderful that you were able to ‘capture’ this moment. I know it is a picture you will treasure forever, as will the two of them.
This is such a fabulous picture! Wow, how touching and sweet.
What a great show of love for each other. Treasured photo!!!
Reminds me of my late nephew and me 🙂 and 😦 . I sure do miss him.