The back-story: On assignment for ISLANDS Magazine on Isle Au Haut in Acadia National Park, I understood motor vehicles are not allowed on the island. Only a few residents are allowed a vehicle. So, I borrowed an old bike to circumnavigate the island for a day making photographs.
Well, the bike broke down half way on the loop. It was terribly hot outside. I was carrying lots of camera gear and resorted to pushing the busted bike mile after mile. Along with my mood, my production level plummeted.
When a local resident with her pick-up truck drove by, actually the owner of the Lighthouse where I was staying, stopped and offered a ride. Thrilled, I tossed the bike inside the pick-up and climbed aboard.
In the cab, her 6 year old daughter Dale wanted to hop in back with me. Mom gave her the thumbs up and off we went. (Click on image to enlarge)
Every bump in the road made her giggle with joy. She loved being outside. Grabbing the camera, I aimed my lens at Dale with every pothole Mom could hit. My sour mood shifted into a high gear of happiness.
A most memorable day.
