Bliss

Aadhyaa Aravind, India

A young boy is playing with bubbles. He blocks out all distractions and is engrossed in trying to catch these bubbles, not only with his hands but also with his nose and ears! The bliss of childhood, joy and excitement has been captured in these photos. Peace and harmony, like these bubbles, are fragile. Amidst the mounting tensions worldwide, moments like these are a reminder that being happy and enjoying every moment is a conscious choice.

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