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Sarah Halstead

You are here: Home | Family | Quarterly Top 5 Photos : Quarter 2

June 20, 2012 By Sarah Halstead

Quarterly Top 5 Photos : Quarter 2

Filed Under: Family, Photography Tagged With: quarterly top 5

It is that time for you to share your Top 5 Photos you have taken of your children from April, May and June. I can not wait to see your photos!!


 Here are a few things you should know:

  • Linky begins Wednesday, June 20th and ends Tuesday, June 26th
  • Go through the photos  from April, May, and June 2012
  • Choose 5 and post them on your blog or Flickr account beginning March 28th
  • PLEASE only use photos that include your CHILDREN and/or PETS 
  • Accompany each photo with a short explanation of why you chose it
  • Link up here at Naptime Momtog, Click.Pray.Love., or Ramblings and Photos
  • Be sure to include the Quarterly Top 5 banner or button in your post and you will be entered to win one of these prizes

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A Capture Life Necklace from Cinnamon Sticks ($42 value)

Wow, Canela is a true inspiration.  She is a mom of six who creates classy, elegant jewelry.  Please, take a moment and visit her Cinnamon Sticks on Etsy.

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A spot in an Online Workshop for Photoshop and Photoshop Elements from Mom Tried It ($75 value)

I can’t say enough good things about Kim and her desire to generate more funds through her workshops, so she can capture photos and provide prints for foster children.  Kim is not only a mom to 3 biological children, but she is a foster mom and photographer.  She has combined her two loves and is bringing you an online workshop as a result.

If you have Photoshop or Photoshop Elements, but are still struggling to use it to it’s fullest potential take a moment to check out what Kim offers through her workshop.

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Three 24 X 32 inch canvas prints from Hello Canvas 

($139 value per print)

Yes, you read that correctly.  HelloCanvas has agreed to give away 3, 24X32 canvas prints.  I received a 20×28 canvas. It is HUGE and I love it. It is very well made and it turned out great. Shipping was quick and it came well packaged. You can also find Hello Canvas on Facebook and Twitter.

 There will be three different winners chosen. That means there will be 5 different winners!

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Here are my favorites.

I love how you can see all of his freckles and his cute little smile.

Love this sweet photo of Carsyn from his Pirate Party.

Love this photo of all my boys. They are adorable together.

He is such a handsome 4 year old.

He still loves swinging. I love his wild hair here.

Remember THIS IS NOT A CONTEST.  Anyone can enter and you do not have to have the best photo to be considered for the giveaway.  It is a random giveaway, as we want to encourage people to share their memories.  One person will be chosen for each prize.

One last thing, please add our button is in your posts. Thank you!

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Comments

  1. Michelle @ ocm says

    June 26, 2012 at 12:19 am

    Great picks! The last one really cracked me up.
  2. Kimberly says

    June 22, 2012 at 8:40 pm

    These are all great! The boys are getting so big!
  3. Michelle says

    June 22, 2012 at 7:13 pm

    Great selection! I especially love the first shot of Dustyn, the B&W conversion is stunning!
  4. kristin says

    June 22, 2012 at 1:49 pm

    beautiful photos Sarah! I love the one of all three of your men! such a great capture and Carsyn with his eye patch on is just adorable!!
  5. Kellie M. Mercie says

    June 21, 2012 at 11:56 pm

    Awesome pictures .With cute little boys i like all of them You are so creative ,thanks for sharing this.
  6. Kellie M. Mercie says

    June 21, 2012 at 11:18 pm

    All the shots are wonderful .and amazing .this idea is great because it can remember the happy memories . thanks for sharing this .
  7. Elaine A. says

    June 21, 2012 at 11:14 pm

    Fabulous photos, as always but I especially adore the one of your three guys together. I actually "Awwwed" out loud. :)
  8. Point & Shoot says

    June 21, 2012 at 10:40 pm

    What a cute set. I especially like the photo of Carson and his pirate patch...adorable!!
  9. Serendipity is Sweet says

    June 21, 2012 at 2:41 pm

    Holy cow! Are we halfway to Christmas already?!! These are all great Sarah! Thanks for hosting the fun ;)
  10. Tiaras & Tantrums says

    June 21, 2012 at 12:56 pm

    your little pirate is adorable!
  11. Tamar Strauss-Benjamin says

    June 21, 2012 at 12:30 pm

    These are great choices! Love Dustyn's freckles!
  12. Ashley Sisk says

    June 21, 2012 at 11:36 am

    Great choices for this quarter - I especially love the first one of Dustyn. The processing is perfect for that shot.
  13. deb duty says

    June 21, 2012 at 10:29 am

    So many cute shots of your boys!
  14. heather says

    June 21, 2012 at 10:23 am

    amazing photos! I love the last one!
  15. Sarah says

    June 21, 2012 at 9:08 am

    Gorgeous shots of your boys! That pirate one is killin' me! HA!!
  16. Minta says

    June 21, 2012 at 8:37 am

    Love the pictures. You must have a great camera to get such beautiful and clear pictures. Minta http://mintascreations.blogspot.com/
    • Sarah says

      June 21, 2012 at 2:25 pm

      Thanks. I have a d7000. :)
  17. Buckeroomama says

    June 21, 2012 at 12:38 am

    I'd almost forgotten about this! I love your photos --so clear and crisp. Your boys are so big now. :) Thanks for hosting this. :)
  18. Elena says

    June 20, 2012 at 9:35 pm

    Sarah, these shots are amazing! I absolutely love that first shot! I just love this linky; can't wait to see everyone's submissions!
  19. Mindi says

    June 20, 2012 at 12:59 pm

    Fantastic shots as always!! LOVE your little pirate! The flower shot of D is great too! How do you get his eyes to sparkle like that? I really need to get my butt in gear and figuring out editing. I do absolutely none other than a little in picmonkey.
  20. Adeena says

    June 20, 2012 at 11:18 am

    Love the shot of your three boys! :D Carsyn looks so big in that one! And love Dustyn's freckles. :)
  21. Kim Cuningham says

    June 20, 2012 at 10:55 am

    Such sweet images or sweet little guys. I always enjoy seeing what you have captured.
  22. Brandi says

    June 20, 2012 at 9:15 am

    Oh that first is my favorite, such beautiful light--and I just love freckles! What an adorable bunch of guys!
  23. Gina says

    June 20, 2012 at 8:52 am

    Awesome pictures- awesome prizes! I love this quarterly link up!
  24. Amber says

    June 20, 2012 at 8:02 am

    I do love that first photo of Dustyn. The light and his sweet smile are precious. And what a cute pirate you have. I enjoyed all of the posts you shared regarding his birthday.
  25. Southern Gal says

    June 20, 2012 at 7:49 am

    Beautiful photos. I take photos of my granddaughter, too. I guess I can't use those?
  26. Melissa says

    June 20, 2012 at 5:10 am

    I just wanted to stop by and say thank you for hosting and I am very happy I found your blog :-) I have been following for awhile and I find myself reading yours daily. Thanks again. I love your photography.
  27. Susan says

    June 20, 2012 at 1:23 am

    Your boys have the most amazing eyes. Love Carsyn's spiky hair in the last one!

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