Cross Country students have similarities among them, chiefly, a love of nature and an easy-go-with-the-flow persona. For Luka, this definitely holds true and my children think I’ve photographed a celebrity (Luca from the Disney/Pixar movie). I am so thankful for Luka’s Honduran complexion on this particular morning because he didn’t break a sweat, nor did he need sunscreen! I’m doubly thankful for his flexible schedule and an understanding Cross Country coach, letting us reschedule from an evening, that was predicted to be over 100 degrees, to the morning, when it was just 80-85 degrees. Phew!
We started with documenting his Track & Cross Country involvement and then headed to the water of Raccoon River Park area to cool off momentarily:
We then headed to the shade of Valley Junction and enjoyed using the area’s alley ways, dumpsters and Easter-egg pastel colored walls that worked beautifully with the outfits he chose:
Luka-you seriously were a rockstar! Thank you for braving the heat (in jeans!) and nailing every crazy thing I asked of you. I know with your laid back attitude, you will be able to handle any unexpected obstacles Life may serve you and that also makes you an easy colleague or coworker for any career field you choose to pursue.
I’ll be cheering you on all season this fall!
Carrie
PS You can view the rest of his session HERE.
