15 years is more than half my life.

Annie and I became friends when she was offered a choice while boarding a bus on the way to a sixth grade field trip: sit next to me, or be stuck next to one of the teachers. She chose me and I charmed her with stories of my family's pet crow. 15 years later, she's still one of my favorite things.

After living states apart, she recently relocated to a nearby town, a move which has prompted silly photo shoots with her lovely new camera. Thanks for picking me, Annie!

It was a Maxfield Parrish sky.

Also, my dress strap broke immediately. Can you spot it? I am not good at being a lady.