I adore this guy. (No, not just because he's my nephew either!) But because he is an intelligent, unique and caring little man who isn't afraid to be himself at all times. He wasn't much in the mood to have his photo taken this day; as is the generally the case with boys his age. I decided to stray from trying to pose him, as it was upsetting him more. So, I talked to him. Told him to try to find butterflies in the wild grass. And even let him take a few snaps of mom with my camera (to which he responded with wanting to pose himself afterwards!)
Here's a look at Mickey at 5 years old!