A Norman Rockwell Christmas
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Comment by skewsme:
Good story. Very classy looking Santa too.

A Norman Rockwell Christmas
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Comment by PennyStreet:
You caught the spirit!

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Comment by mefnj:
Lawrence,
Hey, i was really enjoying this neck-neck-neck competition for third place in the points and ribbon lineup ... so i was shocked to see the DQ ... it did not look like a composite to me, sorry about that... i guess it is all down to the Dec FS and HDR... ;0

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Comment by bandit:
Sorry about the disq. I don't quite follow what happened? I had a 3rd place pic disq last week. Unfortunately I cropped it, which wasn't allowed. Well at least my one in this challenge moved from 3rd to 2nd. Unfortunately at the cost of your first :( Good luck for the next one and a happy new year to you.

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Comment by Refocused:
In defense of my DQ, I had submitted this picture to the site council prior to it’s submission as allowed in the rules for advice about if the texture as used was allowable. I received a reply that stated it was OK.

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Comment by Neat:
Ohhh shame about the DQ, you’ve dropped out of the top three now, maybe your FS or HDR will propel you forward.

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Comment by Donna-Dee:
I am in awe of the creativity and energy you expend to get these great shots! The back story about your juggler with the eggs was fascinating!! I went to your page and saw your first blue was done with lady bugs and superglue. WOW!! Photography should be fun and it is wonderful to see someone enjoying it to the fullest!! Congrats on another blue! I can't wait to see the next one!!

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Comment by primabarbara:
Congrats on the blue! Stunning motif perfectly implemented. LOL about your "making of" note!

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Comment by kasaba:
Congrats on the ribbon. I love the story behind it :-). Wife must be careful - next step is that she has to collect the beetles ;-P

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Comment by Neat:
Wow you are such a busy little body, this one stood out for sure. Congratulations on your perseverance. I do really admire that!