The photo would not be the same without the all-American boy in his patriotic swimming shorts. I love accidental captures like these. If that boy had not made his way into my picture, it would&#8217;ve just been the sand pails and castles, which would not have made as interesting of a photo. Despite my insanely busy life and with days where I feel like crying from overwhelming workload, I&#8217;m in an amazing place. I love my job. 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