Thursday, July 19, 2012

First time Dad

A Father's Love

A father is respected because he gives his children leadership...appreciated because he gives his children care...valued because he gives his children time...loved because he gives his children the one thing they treasure most....himself..
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My heart melted when I was painting this..the love between Dad and son is so obvious.  You can see how proud he is of his baby boy..holding him so tightly and so lovingly.  I enjoyed painting this portrait as I did my previous "First time Mom"....This is the second commissioned painting I did and Mom and Dad will receive them on Saturday!!
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  1. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comJuly 19, 2012 at 11:23 PM

    Goodness me - I actually get to be one of the first in your comments.
    The is another beautiful and emotional painting. I get a special feeling of sharing a private moment of unconditional love. This is amazing.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 10:47 AM

      thank you JULIE for stopping by and for your lovely comment! I had such a wonderful reference picture, so it made it easy to capture that special moment.

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  2. Studio at the FarmJuly 20, 2012 at 12:30 AM

    Hilda, this is brilliant! You have so beautifully and intimately captured this wonderful moment. BRAVO!!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 10:50 AM

      thank you KATHRYN! Your comment is SO appreciated!!

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  3. WatermarycolorsJuly 20, 2012 at 2:57 AM

    Hi Hilda, esta obra es maravillosa, por como la has realizado y porque has sabido captar el amor que hay en la imagen de un padre con su pequeño, felicidades!! un beso y feliz fin de semana!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 10:52 AM

      Gracias MARI JOSE por tu comentario muy amable!! Lo agradezco!! Un abrazo!!!

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  4. Rita VaselliJuly 20, 2012 at 3:05 AM

    An infinite sweetness comes from this
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    Memory of an extraordinary moment for ever!Wonderful done,Hilda!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 10:52 AM

      You are SO kind RITA!!! thank you for that lovely comment!!

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  5. JudyJuly 20, 2012 at 3:39 AM

    Such a moving portrait, Hilda! As was the other one!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 10:53 AM

      thank you so much JUDY! You're so nice..thank you for that lovely comment.

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  6. PrabalJuly 20, 2012 at 3:56 AM

    Again a WOW work Hilda.. That bonding is just so great there..

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 10:54 AM

      Your comments always make me smile..thank you so much PRABAL!!!

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  7. Sue ClinkerJuly 20, 2012 at 4:25 AM

    A lovely and fitting partner for the 'Mom' portrait Hilda. Beautiful work :-)

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 10:55 AM

      thank you SUE for stopping by and commenting...they will find their new home tomorrow!

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  8. ArtiJuly 20, 2012 at 4:27 AM

    Ah, he is going to be an ecstatic dad!This is lovely, as all your portraits are;the father is holding the baby so protectively...I love it!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 10:56 AM

      thank you so much ARTI!! You just made my day..!! I appreciate your comment.

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  9. Autumn LeavesJuly 20, 2012 at 6:08 AM

    This is gift that will always give, Hilda. The two pieces together are just amazing. I love how this dad is already protecting his son. I love the joy and delight in mom's face. What a lucky family!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 10:59 AM

      thank you so much SHERRY for stopping by and commenting. They are definitely a happy family now. Enjoy your day!!

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  10. Carol BlackburnJuly 20, 2012 at 6:46 AM

    So adorable, Hilda. Beautiful!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 10:59 AM

      thank you CAROL for your kind comment!!! I really appreciate you stopping by...

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  11. Sandra BusbyJuly 20, 2012 at 8:03 AM

    These portraits are SO touching! I LOVE this! Such a beautiful image :0)
    The moustache made me chuckle ;0)

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 11:02 AM

      thank you so much SANDRA!! It's always touching when I see a Mom or Dad holding their precious baby. He certainly has the full moustache, right? Enjoy your day!!

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  12. Virginia FloydJuly 20, 2012 at 8:49 AM

    These portraits are beautiful! Both evoke the feelings of parental love. Great job!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 11:03 AM

      thank you VIRGINIA for stopping by and for your lovely comment! I appreciate it so much!

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  13. Linda RothJuly 20, 2012 at 8:52 AM

    This sets the bar so high. it's as beautiful as the mom and infant. Lots of love in these portraits Huxo. The tiny sweet innocent babe nestled in the burly, robust arms of the dad is priceless.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 11:04 AM

      thank you LINDA for your sweet comment. I don't think there's anything better than a baby cuddling with Dad...you're right, its priceless.!

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  14. TitoJuly 20, 2012 at 9:33 AM

    Again a fantastic work, Hilda. These two portraits are so touching and beautiful, both tell the deep love of a parent for her/his son! Hug!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 11:07 AM

      thank you TITO for such encouraging words. I'm so glad you like this portrait! I appreciate you stopping by!!

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  15. SadamiJuly 20, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    Hi, Hilda,
    Really a wonderful and sensitive work as good as the mother's work below. Your talent is amazing!! Congrats! I'm sure the father would be so happy.
    Kind regards, Sadami

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 11:09 AM

      thank you so much SADAMI for stopping by and for your beautiful comment. I'm SO happy you like this portrait...and hope that the new parents do as well!!!

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  16. Joan TavolottJuly 20, 2012 at 11:25 AM

    Another beauty filled with tenderness and love!!!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 4:22 PM

      thank you SO much JOAN!!! I'm so glad you like it!!!

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  17. AnonymousJuly 20, 2012 at 12:04 PM

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    Aw, This is so sweet. I can really feel the father's love to his child. It stirs a lot of emotion to the spectator.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 4:23 PM

      thank you MISCHY for your very nice comment. I appreciate it!!

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  18. Mary PaquetJuly 20, 2012 at 12:43 PM

    Hilda, these two works are just so beautiful and capture that loving bond. Like you, I can never match the feelings I had when I had my first child. The family will just love these works. Your pastels are awesome.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 4:26 PM

      thank you MARY!! I appreciate your very beautiful comment. I hope that when they receive these paintings that it will help them remember this day.

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  19. myra andersonJuly 20, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    very beautiful - and expressive!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 4:26 PM

      thank you MYRA. I'm glad you like this portrait. Thank you for stopping by!!

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  20. Trudy R. GomezJuly 20, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    May their relationship be forever blessed. Both works are priceless - love your work.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 20, 2012 at 4:27 PM

      You are SO kind, TRUDY!! thank you for stopping by!

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  21. Erik van ElvenJuly 21, 2012 at 2:17 AM

    I'm sure they will be delighted to receive these wonderful paintings Hilda.

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  22. hmuxoJuly 21, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    thank you so much ERIK!! I appreciate you stopping by and commenting!!!

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  23. mary maxamJuly 21, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    Completely wonderful! Do I keep saying that? Probably...because they are :)The contrast of dad's size,dark mustache etc. against that sweet baby is a story in itself. Another gem Hilda :)

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    1. hmuxoJuly 21, 2012 at 6:03 PM

      thank you so much MARY for such a lovely comment...I love how he looks like such a gentle Dad with his baby.

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  24. Nora MacPhailJuly 21, 2012 at 2:49 PM

    Another magnificent piece Hilda! Just marvelous!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 21, 2012 at 6:04 PM

      Thank you so much NORA!!! You are SO kind!! I appreciate you stopping by...

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  25. Diana Moses BotkinJuly 21, 2012 at 6:37 PM

    Sweet thoughts.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 22, 2012 at 9:00 PM

      thank you DIANA for stopping by and commenting...truly appreciated!!!

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  26. GiancarloJuly 21, 2012 at 7:09 PM

    Una felice domenica per te...ciao

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    1. hmuxoJuly 22, 2012 at 9:00 PM

      thank you GIANCARLO for stopping by !!! Enjoy the rest of your day.

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  27. Douglas ClarkJuly 21, 2012 at 11:01 PM

    I think these wonderful comments say it all. Obviously these images of parents and children really touch our hearts. Doug

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    1. hmuxoJuly 22, 2012 at 9:20 PM

      thank you so much DOUG for your wonderful comment!! It touched my heart just painting this portrait...seeing the love they have for this little boy.

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  28. Dean H.July 22, 2012 at 7:40 AM

    The love that overflows in this one feels almost tangible, Hilda!! Wonderful!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 22, 2012 at 9:20 PM

      thank you DEAN!!! You're SO kind...I appreciate you stopping by!!

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  29. Gatepost productionsJuly 22, 2012 at 8:54 AM

    Oh my goodness, Hilda ...this is brilliant. You never fail to amaze me with the emotion you can get into a picture. I'm not qualified to say how good your technique is ... but I don't have, others will tell you every time they see it.

    Loved this post.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 22, 2012 at 9:22 PM

      Awww, thank you JOHN! what a nice comment!! Glad you like it..I appreciate you stopping by!!!

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  30. Valéria SouzaJuly 22, 2012 at 3:38 PM

    Muito lindas tuas pinturas! parabéns! Tu as fazes com grande maestria. Estou encantada. Um abraço.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 22, 2012 at 9:24 PM

      thank you VALIERIA for that sweet comment! Glad you stopped by! Hugs

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  31. Barbara PaskJuly 22, 2012 at 4:24 PM

    Once again just beautiful work Hilda. How wonderful these will look hanging together and I know they will love them.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 22, 2012 at 9:25 PM

      thank you so much BARBARA!!! I just got a call from my cousin and her friend loves the portraits...I am so thrilled!!! Thank you for stopping by!!!

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  32. Diane HoeptnerJuly 22, 2012 at 10:27 PM

    Lovely post, Hilda.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 23, 2012 at 4:33 PM

      thank you so much DIANE for stopping by and commenting....truly appreciated!!!

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  33. padmajaJuly 23, 2012 at 6:06 AM

    Very touching and sensitive portrayal of a new father, the way he holds the baby tells a lot and you did great justice to this sentiment Hilda!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 23, 2012 at 4:33 PM

      thank you PADMAJA for your lovely comment. You're so kind!!!

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  34. Tina MorianoJuly 23, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    Preciosos los dos, son muy emotivos.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 23, 2012 at 4:34 PM

      Gracias TINA!!! lo agradezco tu comentario muy amable!!!

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  35. Angela SullivanJuly 23, 2012 at 11:58 AM

    So well done. Yes I can see that he takes this dad thing seriously. great painting.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 23, 2012 at 4:35 PM

      thank you so much ANGELA!! I'm glad you like it!!!

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  36. ashokJuly 23, 2012 at 12:48 PM

    ha! wonderful!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 23, 2012 at 4:36 PM

      thank you so much ASHOK for stopping by and for your nice comment!! I appreciate it so much.

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  37. SusanJuly 24, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    Such tender emotion! No wonder you enjoyed this commission so much - what lucky clients you have. They will treasure these two portraits forever!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 24, 2012 at 4:03 PM

      thank you so much Susan for your lovely comment. They both loved the painting which makes me so incredibly happy!!!

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  38. UnknownJuly 24, 2012 at 3:53 PM

    ganz lieb dein eintrag .Und das bild dazu ist wunderschön.Ich bin ganz stolz auf die guten Väter,,,,,
    lieben gruss Christa

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    1. hmuxoJuly 24, 2012 at 4:05 PM

      thank you CHRYSOULA for stopping by and for your very nice comment!! I am very glad you like it!!

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  39. joshemariJuly 24, 2012 at 3:58 PM

    Fantástico Hilda, fantástico!! Otro de la misma serie del anterior, pero con papá. Que tambien respira amor. Te felicito.
    Un abrazo.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 24, 2012 at 4:07 PM

      Gracias, JOSH por tu comentario muy amable. Estoy muy contenta que te ha gustado!!! Un abrazo!!

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  40. Carol DeMumbrumJuly 24, 2012 at 7:25 PM

    So beautiful, Hilda! Such a wonderful job with the skin tones! I know they will treasure them forever.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 24, 2012 at 9:23 PM

      thank you CAROL for that nice comment. I really appreciate it!!! Enjoy the rest of the evening...

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  41. Pat KoscienskiJuly 24, 2012 at 8:54 PM

    Hilda, you have managed to connect the physical execution to the emotional in this painting. Beautifully done!

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    1. hmuxoJuly 24, 2012 at 9:24 PM

      thank you so much PAT!!! I'm so happy you like this painting. Have a wonderful night!!

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  42. Kim VanlandinghamJuly 24, 2012 at 10:37 PM

    Wow! Wow! Wow! So touching & beautiful!

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  43. hmuxoJuly 25, 2012 at 8:06 AM

    thank you KIM...you just made my day! I appreciate you stopping by.

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  44. Celeste BerginJuly 25, 2012 at 11:34 PM

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    1. hmuxoJuly 26, 2012 at 8:24 AM

      thank you SO much CELESTE for stopping by and for your lovely comment.

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  45. Carrie Waller WatercolorsJuly 26, 2012 at 2:09 AM

    Awww these portraits are beautiful and will be treasured.

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    1. hmuxoJuly 26, 2012 at 8:25 AM

      thank you so much CARRIE for your generous comment ..glad you like them!!!

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  46. Celeste BerginJuly 26, 2012 at 9:30 PM

    sorry---my comment got deleted? Well, I did not mean to do that. What I wrote was...:
    Just right!
    Great job

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  47. SadeuJuly 28, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    these portraits of father and mother have much feeling, I like : )

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  48. hmuxoJuly 28, 2012 at 3:22 PM

    thank you so much SADEU for that beautiful comment! I truly enjoyed painting both mom and dad!! Enjoy your day!!

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  49. Lisa Graham August 8, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    I would bet that they were extremely excited to receive these beautiful works Hilda! Wow...you did a phenomenal job!!! The love for their baby is so evident...how impressive to be able to capture this human emotion in a pastel painting. I am in awe.

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  50. hmuxoAugust 9, 2012 at 8:20 AM

    Thank you so much LISA for that beautiful comment. You just made me feel so good. It also makes me feel wonderful that they loved the paintings!!!

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  51. UnknownOctober 5, 2012 at 12:37 AM

    Hi hmuxo. I see you are a good blogger. I love your portraits. It's just amazing to see something unique and wonderful. Thanks for sharing. I really enjoyed exploring your blog. Keep it up!

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    1. hmuxoDecember 4, 2012 at 11:25 AM

      thank you so much KATARINA for your lovely comment! I appreciate you stopping by!!!

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  52. VictoriaDecember 2, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    Wowness..so beautiful..I love gazing through your works and discovering gems I missed..outstanding as always! a very special tender moment!
    Victoria

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    1. hmuxoDecember 4, 2012 at 11:26 AM

      thank you so much VICTORIA for stopping by and commenting on First time Dad! You're so kind!!

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