Some parents might disagree, but I love age 3.

There's just something about their energy, their need to exercise independence and test their boundaries.

While it may be difficult to live with at times (believe me, I know), it is truly amazing to watch.

I was so excited when Maggie's mom brought her over for photos a couple months ago. I've known Lyndie for a while and recently worked with her through her business, Magnolia Moments Bridal Consulting and Party Planning. (Check it out, by the way. She has the coolest ideas and supplies.)

I think the minute Maggie stepped out of their vehicle, she was ready to go outside. It was beautiful out and who would I be to argue with a 3-year-old?

As we traveled around the farm, Maggie pretty much called the shots. When she became restless at one location, we simply loaded her back into the vehicle and moved to another spot. With a 3-year-old, I've found it's best to go with the flow - their flow.

At each location, she had to get out and explore before I could get her in position for photos. Just watching her reminded me of my own girls at that age, so curious and beginning to show signs of their unique personalities.

As I reviewed Maggie's gallery this morning, I was struck by her amazing range of facial reactions in an hour-long session - smiley, cheesy, quizzical, thoughtful, full of attitude.

I love age 3. The view of the world is just so pure.

Maggie hugged me before she left. She may have taken a little of my heart with her.

If they could just stay little a little longer.

Age 3 would be perfect.