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Touch
Touch
This image is of my husband's grandfather who passed away this past May at 96 and our niece when she was under a year old. I submitted this the day after he died. I worked on this some more, and I am resubmitting it into the MT. I am hoping it does better this time, bec. it is one of my favorites. :)

Cropped, added contrast, converted to black and white using B's Vanilla Filter.

My first Saturday, and I am playing in a softball tournament all day today! Our school is in our local Battle of the Businesses - Although I have played all my life, I have NOT in many many months...I am going to be just a little sore tomorrow!!!

Debbra Bailey

 
 
 

MELODIE C. ROBERTS
 

You Have a Winner Here.....


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September 06, 2008

 

Melissa Olsen
  I agree...winner....simply beautiful!


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September 06, 2008

 

Melissa G. Meiselman
  This is an incredible photo taken with great lighting, fine detail and terrific composition, Debbra!! This certainly shows a precious connection and is great for the MT!!

Hope you have a great baseball day!!


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September 06, 2008

 

Jeanine M. Bailey
  This is certainly MY pic as an MT winner!! One of my faves too!! In fact I NEED this one for Mattie!! :) I think you should add An Everlasting Touch of Love to the title because I think Gramps touched our lives in such a way that will live on for generations to come!!! Okay, made myself cry....can't help it though Gramps was pretty special person!!!

Hope you're winning today!!! :)


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September 06, 2008

 

Shari Kelly
  YOU KNOW I AM IN-LOVE WITH THIS---HOPE TO SEE IT GO FAR---WITH THE DESCRIPTION-IT MAKES IT EVEN MORE SPECIAL DEB...GREAT EDITING AS WELL---LOVE THE B/W...HIT A HOMER TODAY---Shari


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September 06, 2008

 
- Sherran Andersen

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  No real words to describe a photo as touching as this. Well done Debbra. Sherran


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September 06, 2008

 

Amy E. Schneider
  OUT of this WORLD!
Debbra this is amazing...terrific lighting and tones...I LOVE THIS!!!!!
I agree with everyone else you have a win in the bag with this one!!!
Excellent work my friend.
Amy:)


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September 06, 2008

 

Jennifer L. Taranto
  W I N N E R !!! love this - love the emotion, love the tones, love your angle, .... everything is Perfect!!


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September 06, 2008

 

Shannon D. Miller
  I'm with Jennifer on this one girl! Can you say another WINNER??? This is STUNNING! I am soooo....in LOVE with this photo! To be honest it makes me want to cry that's how touching and meaningful this photo is! I don't know what else to say, other than it is a thing of beauty! Shannon~


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September 06, 2008

 

Debbra Bailey
  You have all blessed me soooo much by your commets on this image! I was disapointed when it did not get an EP last time, but I am even happier with it after the additional editing. Thank you ALL for you kind and encouraging words!!!


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September 06, 2008

 

Chastity Abbott
  I love images that are "real", this brought tears to my eyes...I love it!
I would love to see it again! WTG!


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September 07, 2008

 

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  What a keepsake this is -- and perfect for this month's them. I hope it wins. :)


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September 07, 2008

 

Amber J. Skene
  Just perfect in every way Deb. Gorgeous tones, fantasic comp, lighting, and POV. And so touching. A great MT entry.


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September 07, 2008

 

Holly Hitchcock
  FABULOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


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September 07, 2008

 

Amber J. Skene
  Congrats on your finalist!!!


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October 22, 2008

 

Michelle L. Frick
  Congratulations Debbra! I'm so happy for you - this is a beautiful memory!


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October 22, 2008

 
- Angie Sidles

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  Big Congrats on this beautiful finalist Debbra! SO deserving!! :)


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October 22, 2008

 

Jeanine M. Bailey
  YEAH!!!!!!!!! I'm SOOOOOO EXCITED!!!!!!!!! You have to send this to LB to see!!!!!! :) WTG!!! CONGRATS!!!!!!!


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October 23, 2008

 

Terri L. Scribner
  Congratulations! This is a priceless capture and a winner for sure!


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October 23, 2008

 

M.Christine Duncan
  Debbra, such a moving and honoring image... congrats on it's finalist win!!! Stunning work my friend! Blessings!


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October 23, 2008

 

Vladan D. Djordjevic
  Congratulations on this beautiful finalist, Debbra! An amazing image!


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October 23, 2008

 

Amy E. Schneider
  Yeah for you Deb! I love this portrait, I'm so glad it is going further in the contest for you.
Congratulations!!!!!!
Amy:)


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October 23, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Great composition and congratulations for your Finalist, Debbra!!!


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October 23, 2008

 

Shannon D. Miller
  YUP!!! I knew we would see this one again girl it truly has WINNER written all over it!!! CONGRATUALTIONS!!! Shannon~


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October 23, 2008

 

Eugenio Diaz
  Congratulations on a beautiful and well deserved finalist


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October 23, 2008

 

Shari Kelly
  !!!CONGRATS GIRL!!!

I am smiling a huge smile for you...
I love this image---reminds me of the CREATION image..have you ever seen it...
I knew this would make it---HOPE TO SEE A WINNER---LOOOOOOOOVE IT!!! Shari


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October 23, 2008

 
- Usman M. Bajwa

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  Wow.. this is an awesome Finalist. Congrats.

UB.


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October 23, 2008

 

KARU WIJESUNDARA. A.N.P.A.S.
  IT'S A WONDERFUL EXPOSURE.
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR FINALIST.

KARU.


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October 24, 2008

 

Amber J. Skene
  Congrats on your winner!


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October 24, 2008

 
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  Beautiful ... congratulations on your winning photo !!!


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October 24, 2008

 

Michelle L. Frick
  Congratulations on going gold Debbra - this is such a beautiful tribute!!


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October 24, 2008

 

Cyn Valentine
  Beautiful winner Debra..congratulations!!


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October 24, 2008

 
- Rakesh Syal

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  Heartiest congratulations on this amazing win, my friend!


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October 24, 2008

 

Amy E. Schneider
  Yeah for gold!!!!
Way to go Deb you deserve it this is a great photograph...Congrats my friend.
Amy:)


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October 24, 2008

 

Shannon D. Miller
  I knew we would see this amazing photo again girl! CONGRATULATIONS!!! On this amazing win and most deserving win! Shannon~


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October 24, 2008

 

Shari Kelly
  S:o)M:o)I:o)L:o)I:o)N:o)G:o)...hey do you see me smiling...

THIS IS SUCH AN AMAZING IMAGE DEBBRA---LOOKS LIKE A SCULPTURE THE MORE I LOOK AT IT...SO VERY PROUD OF YOU...Shari


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October 24, 2008

 
- Lisa J. Boulden

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  Gorgeous!!!
Huge congratulations on your new GOLD badge!!!
Smiles, Lisa


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October 24, 2008

 
- Elida Gutierrez

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CONGRATULATIONS!!!


 "A Humble Thophy"



A Special Trophy for



"September Winners"


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October 24, 2008

 

Vladan D. Djordjevic
  congrats on your gorgeous win!!!


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October 24, 2008

 

Jeanine M. Bailey
  YEA! YEA! YEA! YEA! YOU KNOW I'M HAPPY ABOUT THIS WINNING!!!!!!!! CONGRATS!!!!! :):):):):):)


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October 24, 2008

 

Sam Britt
  Congratulations on this second place win, Debbra!


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Colette M. Metcalf
  Congratulations!!!!


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October 24, 2008

 

Daniella Puente
  BIG CONGRATS on this wonderful and priceless favorite of you and many more Debbra!!!!!!!!! GREAT WINNER :))))))


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October 24, 2008

 

Carmody Baker
  I love this. Great Job!!!
Carmody


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October 24, 2008

 

Debbra Bailey
  Thank you ALL for your encouraging comments, your thoughts, your congrats... I appreciate them all! You are all so inspiring!


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- Sherran Andersen

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  Congrats on your win Debbra... one of my favourites. Sherran


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October 24, 2008

 

frank w. degenhardt
  Debbra- A fitting tribute to your husbands grandfather. I know he would be proud. I am to of your work. Congratulations my friend. Enjoy and savor the moment.


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October 24, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Congratulations for this Winner Debbra!!!


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October 25, 2008

 

Terri L. Scribner
  Told you this was a WINNER!


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October 25, 2008

 

Holly Hitchcock
  Not surprising, Debbra. I LOVED this when I first saw it!!! Congratulations!!


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- Usman M. Bajwa

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  WTG. Congrats. on striking GOLD.

UB.


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October 25, 2008

 

M.Christine Duncan
  YEEEEEESSSS! Congrats Debbra on this wonderful win... I had no doubts m'dear!


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October 25, 2008

 

Donna La Mattino Pagakis
  Congratulations on your win Debbra, how sweet!


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  Congratulations on your winning GOLD, Debbra! It's well deserved!!


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  Congratulations Debbra on your Win.

Dominick


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October 27, 2008

 

Debbra Bailey
  Thank you to everyone for their congrats! I am so thankful for all of the encouraing, kind and talented friends I have made on Betterphoto!


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October 27, 2008

 

Rick Clark
  Debbra - What a wonderful family image, well done!


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October 27, 2008

 

Debbra Bailey
  Thank you Rick!


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October 27, 2008

 

Ron Evans
  I'm not the most emotional person but this is truly gripping. It cuts to the core and I think it's one of the best examples in this genre I've seen. I am particularly drawn to the texture and grit of the grandfather's hand. It tells a story, or allows for me to develop one on my own which is truly special. Wonderful capture and congrats!


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October 29, 2008

 

Ron Roberts
  ALL OF THE ABOVE AND MORE BEAUTIFUL GALLERY...RON...


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November 07, 2008

 

Debbra Bailey
  Thank you Ron and Ron! I really appreciate your comments!


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November 15, 2008

 

Dr. Harmeet Singh
  Very beautiful image and dedication..This really deserved to be a winner.Congratulations..


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November 15, 2008

 

Maria A. Gonzalez
  Wonderful moment you capture here.This image has a lot of feelings to it.The old and the young,the size difference,all around a wonderful photo and intimate moment.Congratulations Debbra.


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November 16, 2008

 

Denise M. Snyder
  Debbra... I was just looking at your gallery and this amazing image just jumped out at me... congrats on this most deserving winner... what a touching, wonderful image this is... definitely going into my favs!


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November 22, 2008

 
- Laura E. Swan

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  This is better than great. We will see this again!!! -Laura


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January 30, 2009

 

Rod Partington
  Fantastic picture here,Debbra! Congrats on the awards,totally deserves it! You really have some awesome images in your gallery!


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February 08, 2009

 

Esther R. Tinz
  Came across this image while checking out your gallery - beautiful - just beautiful!


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April 03, 2009

 
searlphotography.com - Shelia Earl

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  Debbra,

I just saw the photo that was on SnapShot and went to your site to see your other work. This is the most beautiful photo! It tells such a story. Even though you won months ago, I could not help but write and tell you how much I love this photo.

Shelia Earl


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March 17, 2010

 

Debbra Bailey
  OK, I am so cheating on this month's challenge! This is by far my favorite image of hands :) It is my now deceased Grandfather in law (My husband's, mom's dad) and Bean's daughter Mattie when she was very little. Gramps was a Nascar driver and a bus mechanic, and I just love the deep dark wrinkles on his skin :)


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September 07, 2012

 

Jeff E Jensen
  Well, I'll allow it cause it is freakin fantastic!


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September 07, 2012

 
- Michael Kelly

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  Such a powerful image. Well done!


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September 07, 2012

 

Teresa H. Hunt
  Deb, this is an amazing image!! I love it :)


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September 07, 2012

 

Beth Spencer
  Amazing!! I love it!!


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September 07, 2012

 

Anthony L. Mancuso
  That is an amazing shot Deb...congrats on the well deserved gold...that must have been an oversight that it didn't get an EP the first time you entered it..


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September 07, 2012

 

Dale Hardin
  Simply wonderful Deb. A true winner, and a welcome and winning entry for the challenge.


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September 07, 2012

 
- Rita K. Connell

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  totally awesome debra, well deserve of the gold indeed. I hope your sister or brother has this hanging in their home.


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September 08, 2012

 

lisa anderson
  Beautiful shot :)


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September 08, 2012

 

Debbie E. Payne
  It's already been said. A very compelling and emotional image. A very deserving image as well as perfect for the challenge.


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September 09, 2012

 

Peter W. Marks
  No words for this one Debbra. Way too thought provoking.


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September 10, 2012

 
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