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"Happy 20,000 For Silke"


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Copyright: Linda Unger (shelbeesmom) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3177 W: 865 N: 7720] (32302)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-06-15
Categories: Daily Life, Event
Camera: Canon EOS 30D, Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG Macro, Fotodiux UV SMC 82mm Slim
Exposure: f/4, 1/1600 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version, Workshop
Date Submitted: 2008-06-30 3:03
Viewed: 259
Favorites: 2 [view]
Points: 60
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HAPPY 20,000 Silke! And I will take this happy event as a good luck sign for my surgery today! Please stop by and wish Silke a Happy 20,000. I am posting this today as I may not have a chance any other time.

This is for my dear friend Silke who has crossed that wonderful line of 20,000 points today. And we all know this shows the large amount of work she has accomplished since joining TL .

Statistics are not that important, they are just numbers, but what is important is the person behind them. Silke and I are very different people, in two different countries, from two different backgrounds, so how did we become such good friends? It’s simple! We were put in each other’s life for a reason. She knows me better than anyone on this site. She could fill an entire National Enquirer magazine with what she knows of me. LOL!!
And she accepts me as I am.

Unless you have spent time with her, and I have, you can’t possibly know how wonderful she is. She is a very kind person, very sensitive, so I often find myself feeling very protective of her. That is what friendship is. We aren’t a gang, we aren’t a clique, we are friends and the best gift in life is friendship. If your friends won’t stand beside you, who will?

So this is your day Silke, and I made two pictures…can’t decide on which one I like best, so I will post one in WS, so you can have 2.
Thanks for being my friend! You are a gift in my life today!
Love you!
Linda
B-)

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  • juyona Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 2391 W: 0 N: 771] (12762)
  • [2008-06-30 3:11]

Hola amiga,
hermoso trabajo color y bella iluminación,
Silke, felicidades...

saludos Linda, bonita foto

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  • pozaru Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3301 W: 663 N: 1895] (15853)
  • [2008-06-30 3:21]

Good luck, dear Linda !!!
Congrats, dear Silke !


v

So good to see you - give you a big hug and I will say a little prayer for you today, tomorrow and for as long as you need it.

Lovely tribute for Silke. And you are so right, it is just wonderful to have friends that support you and it turned out that TL is a great place for friendships - let's keep it that way.

The choise for the yellow orange hibiscus (chinese theeroos we also call it) is spot on.

Congratulations Silke!

TFS
Els

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  • chrisJ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4097 W: 213 N: 3582] (27029)
  • [2008-06-30 3:30]

Hi Linda

Wow, you're on early today! Nice tribute for silke! Good repetition of the water drops on the hibiscus. Tfs!

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  • Silke Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3303 W: 269 N: 6218] (23150)
  • [2008-06-30 3:52]

Oh Lord! Linda!!

After all the fun conspiracies you and I have had to try to post next to each other in the gallery, you have gone and conspired behind my back!!

So here I am, completely taken aback by you! AND in tears over your thoughtfulness less than two hours before you yourself go into surgery.

As for the photograph: the colours and details are truly amazing! I love the crystal sharpness of the water drops, and the textures in the hibiscus petals.
The compositions of both this and the workshop photo are superb.

I love them both: this one for its colours and the other for its colour - for green is the colour of hope (so vital as you go into surgery)

Thanks for sharing, you rascal!

Silke

get well soon Linda. hope you will be as sharp and vibrant as always like this image.

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  • Jong Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 393 W: 0 N: 231] (2384)
  • [2008-06-30 7:43]

good luck and we will all pray for you, Linda. i love both of your photos with adorable droplet, bring out delightful dedicated colours for Silke. tfs, Linda

Hello Linda

Fresh crisp and light with wonderful colour and nicely positioned in the frame. A lovely post dedicated to a very nice lady

TFS kind regards Helen

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  • ttreen Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1569 W: 118 N: 3553] (14223)
  • [2008-06-30 7:54]

Hey Linda
I am happy you where able to get your photo posted before you went in today! We are all thinking and praying for your speedy return!

What a wonderful gift for your friend! I love the fresh look of the water drops. Both photos are really wonderful

Take care

Tricia

What a gorgeous picture and a great pov. Beautiful. TFs
Christan

Hi Linda,
What fine tribute to Silke and friendship. A very artistic macro. We are all praying for you. Best regards, Danilo

Beautiful flower with emotional story,Attractive POV and contrast of color emphasized this frame,Sharpness overall on subject.Good work,TFS

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  • Beger Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2984 W: 553 N: 3292] (14628)
  • [2008-06-30 9:27]

Hi Linda,
A such touching tribute for Silke!
And a beautiful photo full of sensitivity!
I love the colors and sharpness!
Congratulations! All my thoughts with you today! Annie

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  • dareco Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1029 W: 14 N: 563] (9216)
  • [2008-06-30 10:06]

My prayers are with you today. I'm looking forward to good news from you. This flower is so beautiful and the colors are vibrant! Take care of yourself!

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  • Mitra Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1445 W: 75 N: 810] (7204)
  • [2008-06-30 10:44]

Lovely tribute for Silke. you are so right, it is just wonderful to have friends that support us and it turned out that TL is a great place for friendship.let's keep it that way.
Mitra

Una preciosa presentación con muy buenos detalles.
Agradables contrastes.
Saludos y mis mejores deseos para tí y una pronta recuperación.
Saludos, JL.

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  • BenF Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 376 W: 0 N: 350] (2987)
  • [2008-06-30 12:51]

Hi Linda,
A Silky soft shot with beautiful colors and good sharpness.
Well done,
BEn

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  • Tomek Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1185 W: 35 N: 1975] (11258)
  • [2008-06-30 13:38]

Hello Linda:)
Let me put that 20000 aside... because these points are nothing to compare with your wonderful note, with this lovely friendship!!! and I'm happy for you both - it is so nice to hear that message.
For me this picture is better than this one in WS - so as by my opinion your choice was good to post this as main one.
Oh Linda.... surgery!!!! well I'm always an optimist so I know that everything will - HAPPY END!!!!!!!!!!! I support you with all my power:):):):) come back here ASAP
All the best - Tom

My dear Linda,
What a great tribute to a great T:L member! You warm words are expressed by this wonderful picture, so sharp and cheerful, you hospital visit must be a succes and bring you better health I'm convinced for that!
A wonderful posting for an exceptional member Silke from a beatiful woman from Texas! Thanks my dear Calamity!
Hans

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  • puffy Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2046 W: 135 N: 3062] (16549)
  • [2008-06-30 15:42]

Hello my dear,

First I like to congratulate Silke for reaching 20,000... she have been a great member for TL, an good example for the newbie!

Second, I like to wish you all the best to your surgery, you'll be all right. :D We are all here for you.

Now back to your photos... lovely shot for lovely Silke, great colours, nice contrast and sharpness, I especially like the details and clarity of the waterdrops...:D

Take care my friend,

Cheers,
Sweety

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  • boonie Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1163 W: 42 N: 1172] (5852)
  • [2008-06-30 16:15]

Linda this is a beautiful image to celebrated Silke's achievement. I notice that you are crowding 30,000 yourself. Love the water droplets and the perfect lighting.
Most importantly I hope all went well today with medical issue.

Dan

Hello Linda: Going into surgery, but can't stay off the computer!!!! Well: GOOD LUCK AND SPEEDY RECOVERY!!!
I am having symphaty pains right now: my back gave out today (good thing I have a near full bottle of wodka on hand)!
And yes: congrats Silke! She is a true friend, sending out e-mail updates about you and all!
Cheers
Otto

Hermosa flor de maga. Los detalles están preciosos y el contraste entre los colores, también.

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  • Ramdan Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 673 W: 29 N: 1295] (4929)
  • [2008-06-30 21:44]

Hi Linda,
Both pictures are great but this one has a more impressive impact to make Silke happier, I believe. Lovely flower with great details and clarity. The water drops, wonderful addition to the beauty.
Regards,
Ramdan.

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  • skot Silver Star Critiquer/Silver Note Writer [C: 38 W: 3 N: 33] (162)
  • [2008-06-30 23:22]

Hey Linda,

I think you made the right choice in your main image dedicated to Silke. although I like both of them, I think this one is the stronger of the two. The lighting seems more flattering to me.

Good luck on your surgery. I am amazed that you thought about your friend's accomplishment when you are preparing yourself for such personal trials. You show the world admirable selflessness.

Good luck. I'm sure we are all praying for you.

skot

a beautiful gift for your friend, Linda.. i love it.. sharp and detail.. congratulation to Silke too..

Sending good thoughts your way, to brighten up your day! thinking and praying for you.. Get well soon.

regards, terry

Hi Linda,
Wonderful light,congratulation.
Ralf

Hello Linda .
My congratulations friend and beautiful gift for silke,
Very beautiful flowers and excellent shot.
I congratulations yesterday for silke:)
TFS
Greetings
:)

Hi Linda,

Very beautiful composition and colors, also and a great light over these flowers, a lovely tribut for Silke!
All the best,
Sorina

Lovely colour Linda and well composed. The droplest stand proud and lovely detail in the hibiscus.
David

PS I did read your emails...all three of them, I am running way behind :).

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  • jone Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor [C: 1793 W: 65 N: 0] (16697)
  • [2008-07-04 0:52]

Hi Linda ;)))
Fantastic photo, light, details...
Congrats to Silke,
Best wishes,
J ;)))

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