I think that's great composition. Darling boy with a clear background not interfering with him and then that tree just at the side. And of course the management of depth-of-field gives real pop. The arrangement/composition lends itself perfectly to the 'pose'. It just works. Excellent image.
And she probably thinks it is cute, so you're getting teamed up on there.
Oh well, I still think it is a great shot. Captures a fun spirit.
Plus, remember it is 10000x better than someone who gives a scowl or ducks out of the way every time you point a camera at them.
- Bill
Thanks, Bill. You are absolutely right!