tilde531 Loc: Seaford Delaware

Here it is... the last theme of the 2011 year (but not the last of the challenges by ANY means!)

This week's theme requires a little bit of creativity and thought, but shouldn't be too difficult for most of us.

"The Key to Your Heart"

It can be anything, an image, a thing, a person, an abstract thought... anything that unlocks the depths of your heart. It doesn't have to be singular either, many of us have MANY keys.

The "keys" to remember here are:

1. There are no rules and no prizes other than the intrinsic value of the experience itself (and of course, the kudos and admiration of fellow forum participants!)

2. These challenges are chosen in the hope that they inspire us to get out and snap some photos with new, fresh outlooks... new eyes, if you will.

3. Creativity leads to unique aspects of these themes... there is no "right or wrong" technique. Anything goes here as long as it's in keeping with the forum rules (as in "family friendly).

4. Fun! It is my hope that these are not just challenging but FUN, as well.

Happy shooting and ...

HAPPY NEW YEAR everyone!
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Here's one from the archives ONLY to get this started... I have a photo-walk in about 15 minutes and will surely get something to post here that better represents the theme for me.

Colors, Creative Technique and Trying New Things

ianhargraves1066 Loc: NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Florida

Lovely photograph from a beautiful lady, the keeper of my heart.
Have a great day!

XXX

photogrl57 Loc: Tennessee

I was out at the park with the camera today and this little dude wanted to go swimming with the ducks so bad... he was hilarious to watch. He'd take a few steps in his walker and head for the water. Poor dad had all he could do to keep ahead of him. When they got next to me this little angel stopped dead in his tracks and gave me that priceless look. No photo ham in that child LOL.

I just love babies

PAToGraphy Loc: Portland ME area

Sorry, Tilde…I can't remember if we can post more than one :(
I couldn't decide.

Someone's key unlocked my heart and set me free to be a child again


My grandson holds that key


Surfing holds the key to this young person's heart.

photogrl57 Loc: Tennessee

She said more than one is fine.

PAToGraphy Loc: Portland ME area

Thanks, photogrl.

tilde531 Loc: Seaford Delaware

Absolutely as many as you wish!
These are great photos and captions, too, Pat!

Well done!

tilde531 Loc: Seaford Delaware

LOL
That look he's giving you is PRICELESS!!

It's like, "can't you see I'm busy... now move on!" LOL

Love it :)

Thanks.

blueeyes3515 Loc: WV

Aww, that is so very sweet! I KNOW you two were meant to be!

:thumbup:

tilde531 Loc: Seaford Delaware

Okay... folks who know me know that the water and natural places are the key to my heart.

Here are some shots from Crisfield, Maryland... Blue Crab capitol of the world *snickers*... only the crabbing boats aren't running.

BUT- the Tangier Sound Mail boats were!

Mail Boat


Colorful Captain


House on Chesapeake Bay


Inviting Bay

divinggranny Loc: Yuma, AZ

Can I jump in? This little one has held my heartstrings from the moment he was born..There had been doubt, but he was wonderful!

What can I say...Cutest


Just got cuter

Mark Bski Loc: A sleepy little island not far from Seattle

I took this picture of my wedding ring for my wife on our anniversary.

Country's Mama Loc: Michigan

I bet she loved it.

PAToGraphy Loc: Portland ME area

Looks like you had fun (and were warmer than we were farther north along the Atlantic)

PAToGraphy Loc: Portland ME area

Thanks, Tilde, a fun day watching surfers and visiting lighthouses in the area - things my grandson hadn't seen.