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get back, lauretta! 
This photograph is such a perfect example of Elliott Erwitt’s ability to find poetry in the everyday. The huge Snoopy balloon passing outside the window creates a wonderful contrast with the quiet, almost private moment happening indoors. The two girls seem caught between ordinary life and something unexpectedly magical drifting by behind them.
I love how Erwitt balances humor, tenderness, and a sense of documentary truth all at once. The light coming through the window, the expression on the girl’s face, and the playful absurdity of Snoopy’s giant head combine into a scene that feels both intimate and cinematic. It reminds us that even in the middle of a busy city, extraordinary moments can appear without warning.
A beautiful choice for Thanksgiving—thank you for sharing it.
Thank you for your beautiful comments. I give thanks for you!
a quick flash of Ghostbusters