Playing by a stream

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Playing by a stream

Young children paddling in a stream while they watch tiny ducklings go by. Date: 1912

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© Mary Evans / Peter & Dawn Cope Collection

Bowley Ducklings Paddling Sophia Stream Tiny Watch

EDITORS COMMENTS
A Timeless Moment: Young Children Playing by a Stream with Tiny Ducklings (1912) This enchanting photograph captures a moment of pure joy and wonderment from the early 1910s. The scene unfolds by the edge of a crystal-clear stream, where young children, dressed in their Sunday best, are delighting in the simple pleasure of paddling in the cool water. Their laughter echoes through the serene landscape as they splash each other, momentarily forgetting the world around them. In the foreground, a group of tiny ducklings paddle alongside their mother, gliding gracefully through the water. The children watch in awe, their eyes wide with fascination as they observe the delicate creatures up close. The gentle interaction between the children and the ducklings creates an idyllic tableau of innocence and harmony. This photograph, taken in 1912, is a poignant reminder of the simple joys of childhood and the beauty of nature. The young girls, Sophia and May Bowley, are lost in the moment, their smiles reflecting the pure happiness that comes from experiencing the world around them. The image transports us to a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the simple pleasures of nature were cherished and appreciated. This photograph is an enduring testament to the power of a single moment, frozen in time, and the timeless connection between children, nature, and the wonders of the world around us.

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