Day 27/365: Two years

over-emotional? I think not...you understand the precious treasure GOD has entrusted to you. Overwhelming.

How can I even begin to describe this photo without sounding melodramatic?

My baby has turned two years old today. (I'm already getting all teary-eyed as I type this...!) Two years ago, he came into the world, changing our lives forever. I can never forget the emotions that flooded my entire being the first time I laid eyes on him. I had no idea that I would fall so deeply in love and our love for him just grows more each and every day.

Happy birthday to the most precious blessing that God has ever bestowed on our family!

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Please bear with me, I am an over-emotional person, as you can see...

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debbiedoescakes says:

gorgeous photo!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

yo_ashnish says:

Oh wow...this is simply divine! So loving and gentle! Happy birthday to your little one ;-)
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Romy Alcoriza says:

beautiful composition. something unique. a very nice image

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[Amy] 2nd Story says:

This is GORGEOUS and made me cry! My baby is going to be two on the 16th and Im already getting emotional!
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Wow! Amazing composition!

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Kiwi Cakes [deleted] says:

Karen this is such an amazing capture (made my own eyes damp!).

Happy birthday to your little one :O)
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Phisch says:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BABY!!!!!!!!

I wish you were around to squeeze, but you're not so I have to pretend instead. I love you. Hugs from auntie, uncle and cousins.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

(J)eff says:

This is just an amazing composition.
I mean the idea, lights, everything. It just seem to fall into its proper place in time!!!

I can always forgive you for being overly dramatic. I myself am guilty of that.
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jeridaking says:

You are a fantastic artist.
I could fave this 50 times yet I still wouldn't do it justice.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

jeannatheodd says:

aww this is so beautiful! I love everything about it. =) great work.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

mal-e says:

This is absolutely beautiful
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

RXAphotos says:

My "baby" went to primary school for a half day today. How teary am I???

beautiful.

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Little Miss Сhloe says:

Wow, simply amazing. I absolutely love it.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

sungazing says:

beautiful photo

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islanddreams132 says:

so sweet splendid composition

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micnic2 says:

Sensational picture ... and I can see lots of people thought so too. Very tender I'm sure you'll treasure it .... make sure you frame this one!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

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lovely!!!!!
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shazzt says:

It is a special time - a beautiful shot to celebrate it!

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o´holysweet! says:

wow, beautiful... I´m all teary now! You are an amazing photographer!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

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dreamyourealive says:

This is absolutely beautiful :)

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Messy! "Away Again" says:

oh Karen- this is just gorgeous....
Big waves and happy birthday to the little one!!!
How did you get him to hold so still? and how many shots did you take?
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Isilwen says:

Since I too have a 2 year old, this pulled right at my heart strings :) Good job!!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

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luvtequila2005 says:

A beautiful picture! I think all parents, especially moms, can relate to how you feel today. It never goes away. I felt the same way when my son turned 8 a couple of weeks ago. My mom felt that way when I turned 41. It's the blessing of family.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Hannah Beth says:

Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

{ karen } says:

Messy! Ohhh, goshhhh!! it was a nightmare!! LOL!!!! it took SO much coaxing and bribing!! I was saying stuff like, "i promise i'll give you a cookie - just please sit down for a little while. I'll give you anything - I'll give you two cookies!!" Hubby was very clever and was able to calm him down by humming a song and the little monster hummed along and sat perfectly still! (the little monster loves to sing). I have to say, this photo was the most challenging one yet. LOL!!! It took 14 takes.

micnic2: oh, yeah, i'm definitely framing this one! ;-)

Isilwen, o´holysweet!, RXAphotos, Jef2x, Kiwi Cakes, 2nd Story [Amy], luvtequila2005, thanks for understanding, and I am glad you are touched. Because I was worried that I was crazy for feeling over-emotional about him turning 2! LOL! Truth be told, I was already starting to feel emotional a couple weeks before this day!

jeridaking: thank you SO much. that has got to be one of the sweetest and most wonderful comments i've ever received about my photography!! :-D

phisch: gave him a huge squeeze for all o' ya!!

You guys are all soooo sweet. I love reading your comments, I appreciate them all and I'm so glad that people appreciate my work. You are all so encouraging. I can't believe it, but 365 is really having an impact in my life and my photography -- ACK!!!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

M A R C O . says:

Masterpiece!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Canonshot Mole says:

A truly remarkable memorable capture ! Love your sentiments & creation of obtaining this outstanding shot !
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Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

cathyetta says:

A very beautiful portrait let alone a self portrait. Well done. Birthday wishes.
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Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Luma269 says:

This is a beautiful dedication! All the best to you and your family!
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Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

daily pleasure says:

beautifully captured!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

~sg~ [deleted] says:

incredible pic.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Burnsland says:

How beautiful!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

krisb10k says:

*tears* This totally hit home to me. An instant fave. My son is turning two on Saturday and I'm already a mess.
Such a touching image. So beautifully done.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

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So beautiful!
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Messy! "Away Again" says:

Karen, you seriously need to do this professionally.
You have the patience, particularly with children, which is what you need for this type of job....
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

~Teewinot~ says:

this is very touching, karen. beautiful treatment and composition. happy birthday to your son!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

J Duckworth says:

Very nice image!!!!

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I love the treatment on this shot. Feels very warm.

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Great composition and BW.
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Nana KC says:

Beautiful concept & rendition!

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Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Virtual Corporate Art Gallery, and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

boss allman was here says:

very good composition and you owned it. nice application of light and shade. telephone is to Alexander Graham Bell, light bulb is to Thomas Edison, 6 hands is to Karen. hats off to you!
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xtheowl says:

Fabulous!

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saralonde says:

Lovely shot, beautifully done.
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Scarlett76 says:

ohhhh... wonderfull!!!!!!!!!!
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Great composition!!
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Very GREAT shot !!!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Luzinha :D says:

So Sweet...
Loved it!!!

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Kavingate says:

Karen, this is fantastic!!!!

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one daaaangerous easter egg says:

This is amazing.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

karindailey says:

Wow! That's great! Amazing!!!!!!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Mr Myron Watkins says:

beautiful capture

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misty_365 [deleted] says:

I can't even think of any words that can explain how much I love this photo.
amazing job.
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Towa-to says:

I like it too much... it's so

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Awesome!

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rchoephoto says:

Beautiful!
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Viiiiiii says:

Nice work, karen~

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Sarah Wheeler says:

Wonderful!
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cancoleran says:

Just astounding! Beautiful
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Thank you for sharing such a beautiful moment with us. We are blessed by moments like this.

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alerullo says:

Really suggestive! Happy Birthday to your child!
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irishmom515 says:

Happy belated birthday to your little angel..... what a great way to show your love and celebrate his 2nd Birthday! Great Job.... p.s. thanks for making me tear up at work!
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Wonderful image, and amazingly poetic words.

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Jennyryan21 says:

love love love this! so stunning.
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Gorgeous shot. Well done!

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Barbara Stock says:

Beautiful!!!! And: it is good to know that there are emotional people in this world!!!! Very much touching!!!!

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That is really beautiful ... and a fabulous memory for you and your son for the future :)
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Hi, I'm an admin for a group called *Little stories-pics with "soul"*, and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.
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.Bradi. says:

Well, a lot of times I hate to admit it, but I'm an overly-emotional person. This image just reminded me of a lot of things going on with me (like my sister getting married- what??) But it's the sad-happy kind of emotion. ;-)

Beautiful shot.
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katenadine says:

WOW. I don't know what else to say! It's perfect.

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Anuska Nardelli says:

Wonderful... great shot...
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Exceptional !!!!
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Excelent shot!

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orangecrazy says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called The Coolest Damn Cool Photographers in the World, and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.

Excellent... Exquisite. Wonderful!!! Love it. and happy birthday to your baby as well :)
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

boomboong01 says:

............Oh! thats a great idea ! Excellent!
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marty_ilagan says:

excellent composition Karen!
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