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October 16, 2011 By Sarah Halstead

Scavenger Hunt Sunday {10.16.11}

Filed Under: Photography Tagged With: scavenger hunt sunday

Abstract

“One generation plants the trees, and another gets the shade” – Chinese Proverb

Round

I just love this owl hat. Adorable and it has round eyes.

Fire

Fire and fire bokeh. YAY!

Seeing Faces in Strange Places

We got to visit with Ashley for a little while after Carsyn’s appointment on Friday. Since we are usually not in Raleigh this is an face in an odd place. he he. We had a blast as usual with her.

Stars

Dandelions are like stars in the grass.

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  1. Lisa says

    October 19, 2011 at 3:28 pm

    Oh my! Your photos are stunning! Love the Chinese quote and the seed pod you paired with it. But the dandelion is my favorite!
  2. Shay says

    October 18, 2011 at 7:12 pm

    LOVE your abstract & stars shots!
  3. Faith says

    October 18, 2011 at 10:33 am

    All of these are REALLY good. Those fire pics are awesome (I think fire is really hard to photograph well) and the one of Ashley & Dustyn is awesome!! You captured such a great expression on Ashley's face!
  4. Kala says

    October 17, 2011 at 11:28 pm

    Fantastic macro of the dandelion gone to seed.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 11:49 pm

      Thank you Kala.
  5. Serendipity is Sweet says

    October 17, 2011 at 11:08 pm

    Gorgeous shots as always! I adore that owl hat and have been wanting to buy a pink one for my baby girl. Too cute! What a super pic of your visit with Ashley ;) And I LOVE your stars.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 11:48 pm

      Thank you. If you go to http://sewsweetbykayla.com she has a hat builder and you can see what the hat will look like with the colors you choose. I love her work.
  6. Nicolasa says

    October 17, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    Wow, Sarah! Gorgeous photos in this post! How fun that you got to meet up with Ashley!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 11:46 pm

      Thanks Nicolasa. I love hanging out with her.
  7. Ida says

    October 17, 2011 at 6:34 pm

    Wonderful series of photo's. Love your Abstract and the Stars. Cutie in the adorable hat, Lovely smiles on the Faces and Warm Thoughts eminate from the Fire. Well done.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 11:45 pm

      Thanks so much Ida.
  8. Jodi Hall says

    October 17, 2011 at 5:38 pm

    I loveeee the second picture! That hat is soo cute! So is the little one underneath it :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 11:45 pm

      He he. Thanks Jodi.
  9. Branson says

    October 17, 2011 at 5:33 pm

    Love that fire shot! And of course your photo of Ashley ;)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 11:45 pm

      Thanks. I would love to meet you one day. :)
  10. Traci @ Ordinary Inspirations says

    October 17, 2011 at 4:11 pm

    I can't seem to add your button to my page of photography blogs I love... I wonder why? It wants to grab the surrounding box for your grab box. Help? Traci @ Ordinary Inspirations
  11. Traci @ Ordinary Inspirations says

    October 17, 2011 at 3:50 pm

    awesome shots! Thanks for linking up! Traci
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 11:44 pm

      Thanks Traci.
  12. MG Awood says

    October 17, 2011 at 2:58 pm

    Your stars are fabulous!! So very beautiful.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 11:44 pm

      Thank you very much.
  13. Lauren says

    October 17, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    What a cute hat and little man! That fire shot is great - how the heck do you get good bokeh like that close up?!?! Beautiful abstract and stars too. well done!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 11:44 pm

      Thanks so much Lauren. I manually focused to get the bokeh. :)
  14. Jenny says

    October 17, 2011 at 12:26 pm

    oh my gosh - how fun! It is cool to see your son and Ashley in the same photo :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 11:42 pm

      Thank you Jenny.
  15. Kim,USA says

    October 17, 2011 at 12:04 pm

    Beautiful macro shot and love those smiles! Farmers Market Galore
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 11:42 pm

      Thanks Kim.
  16. L. says

    October 17, 2011 at 10:29 am

    Adorable hat--where did you find it? I know a certain little boy who needs a new winter hat... :D And that last shot--gorgeous! So glad you got to hang out with Ashley for a bit!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:53 am

      Thanks. It is from http://sewsweetbykayla.com. She makes all my hats.
  17. Rochelle says

    October 17, 2011 at 7:52 am

    I have never thought about dandelions like that before. So beautiful.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:19 am

      Thanks Rochelle.
  18. Beth P says

    October 17, 2011 at 7:08 am

    Such beautiful photos as always! I adore that owl hat! And your fire photos are great!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:18 am

      Thanks Beth.
  19. [email protected] says

    October 17, 2011 at 6:57 am

    I was away yesterday so I'm just catching up on the hunt this morning Sarah. Your shots are lovely but especially Ashley with Dustyn.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:17 am

      Thanks Rosie.
  20. Karylle Lynch says

    October 17, 2011 at 6:24 am

    Wow! Those shots are really amazing! I love how you captured each photo! And I especially love the Dandelion shots! Thanks for sharing!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 11:41 pm

      Thanks so much!!
  21. Tinas Picstory says

    October 17, 2011 at 4:18 am

    very beautiful :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:16 am

      Thanks Tina.
  22. Melissa says

    October 17, 2011 at 12:24 am

    cute hat on such a cute little boy!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:16 am

      Thanks Melissa.
  23. kamana says

    October 17, 2011 at 12:16 am

    that very last shot is beautiful
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:15 am

      Thank you!
  24. Joyce says

    October 16, 2011 at 10:29 pm

    I love the way the pictures match the shapes.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:15 am

      Thanks Joyce.
  25. Grandma Bonnie says

    October 16, 2011 at 10:12 pm

    I like the round shot the best. Adorable! Nice star photo also.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:14 am

      Thank you Bonnie.
  26. Amber says

    October 16, 2011 at 8:29 pm

    I just love how happy Ashley and Dustyn are in the photo. She is going to be a fantastic mom one day!!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:14 am

      Thank you Amber. Yes she is!
  27. Sabrina says

    October 16, 2011 at 6:32 pm

    Amazing captures for this week's prompts!! Absolutely LOVE the abstract and star; such beauty and creativity!! The picture of Carsyn is just too cute- love his colorful outfit. And the photo of Dustyn and Ashley is priceless! Have a good week!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:13 am

      Thanks so much Sabrina.
  28. Natalie pozniak says

    October 16, 2011 at 6:30 pm

    I love every single photo in this post. Great job.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:07 am

      Thank you Natalie.
  29. Brooke says

    October 16, 2011 at 5:40 pm

    What a great set! Love stars and round and how fun that you got to see Ashley!!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:07 am

      Thank you Brooke. It was fun.
  30. Gina says

    October 16, 2011 at 4:05 pm

    I absolutely LOVE that shot with Ashley- how fun it would be to meet her!!! I just adore that little beanie too.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:06 am

      Thank you Gina.
  31. Dina @ 4 Lettre Words says

    October 16, 2011 at 3:04 pm

    Love, love, love circles and stars!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:05 am

      Thank you Dina.
  32. Angela says

    October 16, 2011 at 2:58 pm

    Gorgeous shots!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:05 am

      Thanks Angela.
  33. Heather says

    October 16, 2011 at 2:05 pm

    These are beautiful photos....the details on the star photo is amazing and your round photo is just so happy.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:04 am

      Thank you Heather.
  34. Heidi B. says

    October 16, 2011 at 1:20 pm

    I love your shots and how cool to be able to see a fellow blogger in real life!!!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:03 am

      Thanks Heidi. I love meeting bloggers in real life.
  35. Megan says

    October 16, 2011 at 12:39 pm

    Oh I LOVE your star picture! So pretty :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:02 am

      Thanks Megan.
  36. Ann says

    October 16, 2011 at 12:32 pm

    I love the dandelion shot!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:02 am

      Thank you Ann.
  37. Lori says

    October 16, 2011 at 11:35 am

    Love these, especially the owl hat!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:02 am

      Thanks Lori.
  38. Ashley Sisk says

    October 16, 2011 at 11:32 am

    I seriously love this entire set - I am really loving that photo of me and Dustyn. He's my fav!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:01 am

      Thanks Ashley. :)
  39. Ellie A. says

    October 16, 2011 at 10:59 am

    AWESOME pics love them :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:01 am

      Thank you Ellie.
  40. Krista Lund says

    October 16, 2011 at 10:44 am

    these are great images! love your macro shots.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 10:00 am

      Thank you Krista.
  41. Selena says

    October 16, 2011 at 9:59 am

    That owl had is so super cute! Hope you guys had fun with your family photos!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:42 am

      Thank you Selena.
  42. ShonEjai says

    October 16, 2011 at 9:28 am

    Beautiful photos!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:42 am

      Thank you ShonEjai.
  43. Runnermom-jen says

    October 16, 2011 at 9:12 am

    I love coming to your blog...I know I've said that before, but your pictures are just amazing! And, that's so cool you got to visit Ashley! What a sweet picture :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:42 am

      Thank you Jen. I always love visiting with her.
  44. Tamar says

    October 16, 2011 at 8:00 am

    These are great! Love your abstract and fire! Have a fab Sunday!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:42 am

      Thank you Tamar. Hope you have a great week.
  45. Buckeroomama says

    October 16, 2011 at 7:03 am

    I'm loving all your shots! That abstract one is GORGEOUS, Sarah. :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:41 am

      Thanks so much. :)
  46. Kim Stevens says

    October 16, 2011 at 4:15 am

    Your abstract is very interesting, adorable pic of Ashley and your little one, and I love your interpretaion of the star prompt! Great set!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:41 am

      Thank you very much Kim. :)
  47. Andrea Dawn says

    October 16, 2011 at 2:06 am

    Abstract is very cool . . . love it. I shot a dandelion for stars, also. Great minds think alike, ha ha!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:40 am

      Thanks Andrea. They do. :)
  48. Vivian says

    October 16, 2011 at 1:46 am

    If it wasn't because of this post and that shot, I would have NEVER thought about dandelions being stars in the grass. My kids are going to LOVE when I tell them that :)
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:40 am

      Thank you so much Vivian.
  49. Seeing Each Day says

    October 16, 2011 at 1:43 am

    It continues to be a real pleasure to look at your photos. Your picture of the dandelion is nothing other than perfect. And congratulations on being recognised at Favourite Photo of the Week - well done & well deserved.
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:39 am

      Thank you so much. :)
  50. Sara says

    October 16, 2011 at 1:36 am

    Fantastic set Sarah, LOVE your dandelion, it's so beautiful! How awesome that you girls can catch up!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:39 am

      Thanks Sara. It was fun catching up with her.
  51. Sarah @ Crafting and Creativity says

    October 16, 2011 at 1:14 am

    WOW! Amazing photos!!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:38 am

      Thanks so much Sarah.
  52. Cedar says

    October 16, 2011 at 1:12 am

    This is a really lovely set! Love that owl hat and great photo of Dustyn and Ashley! The dandelion is gorgeous!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:38 am

      Thank you Cedar. :)
  53. kathy says

    October 16, 2011 at 12:59 am

    Ahhhh....love that "star" shot. So very creative :) Kathy
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:37 am

      Thanks so much Kathy.
  54. Lisa says

    October 16, 2011 at 12:25 am

    Love your stars shot!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:36 am

      Thanks Lisa.
  55. Dawn says

    October 16, 2011 at 12:19 am

    The hat is to die for!! Love it! Gorgeous photos!
    • NapTime MomTog says

      October 17, 2011 at 9:36 am

      Thank you Dawn.

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