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Sunday, July 7, 2013

The First Person




















The first person I must KNOW is myself.
The first person I must GET ALONG with is myself.
The first person to CAUSE me problems is myself.
The first person I must CHANGE is myself.
The first person that can make s DIFFERENCE is myself.
The first person I must LEAD is myself.

 Some of the good thoughts shared by our gentle pastor today from John C. Maxwell's book, Winning With People. 
I plan to think on them this week and to continue to enjoy our garden's mid-winter joys....
Photographic note - all photos were taken this weekend with my Canon DSLR+50mm lens+ Raynox snap-on super macro conversion lens.
Sharing at Orange You Glad It's Friday, Tina's Weekend Flowers.
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48 comments:

  1. diane bJuly 7, 2013 at 4:56 PM

    These are absolutely beautiful photos. A good message too.

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  2. CatJuly 7, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    Your photos are just stunning Karen and those words so powerful and so true, thank you:)

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  3. GigaJuly 7, 2013 at 5:12 PM

    Zdjęcia są przepiekne, godne podziwu. Pozdrawiam.
    The photos are beautiful, admirable. Yours.

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  4. GinaJuly 7, 2013 at 6:03 PM

    Gorgeous photo, great message!

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  5. Marco LuijkenJuly 7, 2013 at 6:18 PM

    Hey Karen,
    What a beautiful shots. Great with the softly and brightly colors. Well done!!

    Many greetings,
    Marco

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  6. DaveJuly 7, 2013 at 7:07 PM

    Lovely flower photos Karen. Orange is one of my favourite colours - Dave

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  7. Cristina FerreiraJuly 7, 2013 at 7:38 PM

    Dificil escolher a mais bonita, estão belissimas as fotografias.

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  8. HANS-PETER ZÜRCHERJuly 7, 2013 at 7:42 PM

    Wow, ganz fantastische Macros...

    Grüsse aus der Schweiz

    Hans-Peter

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  9. DzjiedzjeeJuly 7, 2013 at 8:33 PM

    Wow! These are so beautiful! Just GREAT!

    Best regards from the Netherlands,
    Gert Jan

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  10. SusanJuly 7, 2013 at 9:26 PM

    Stunningly beautiful photos! thank you for sharing them with us!

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  11. eileeninmdJuly 7, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    WOW, gorgeous flowers and images! Have a happt day!

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  12. chicaJuly 7, 2013 at 9:50 PM

    Lindas fotos e palavras! beijos,tudo de bom,chica

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  13. Karen LakisJuly 7, 2013 at 9:53 PM

    Your mid-winter garden is beautiful! These are lovely shots, and the words shared by your pastor are food for thought.

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  14. BethJuly 7, 2013 at 10:43 PM

    The photos are beautiful, and the message is too!

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  15. allyJuly 7, 2013 at 11:24 PM

    Really powerful words Karen - they'll be with me this week for sure
    Your photos are stunning - and your garden must be too - great work!!

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  16. NancyJuly 7, 2013 at 11:59 PM

    Awesome macros and inspiring thoughts.

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  17. Silvina SoaveJuly 8, 2013 at 12:32 AM

    Una belleza esta serie, espectacular!!
    Abrazos

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  18. Sylvia KJuly 8, 2013 at 1:35 AM

    Exquisite flowers and colors and wise words as well! A great way to start my Sunday! Hope you and your family are ready for a new week! Enjoy!

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  19. Laura Delegal - Leroy PhotographyJuly 8, 2013 at 2:59 AM

    Beautiful words and pictures. Thinking on them too

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  20. amandaJuly 8, 2013 at 4:35 AM

    Oh, My Stars! These are gorgeous, Karen!
    I'm curious what kind of lens you use for these.
    Stellar photography, and just beautiful subjects.
    Great lesson, too.

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  21. UnknownJuly 8, 2013 at 6:33 AM

    Thank you Karen for showing us what your eye see's in every photo. I am amazed at the beauty of flowers, children, and nature..
    and your words are something to remember every day we live...have a wonderul week ahead..

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  22. FilipBlogJuly 8, 2013 at 6:53 AM

    Great macro's and many bright colours.

    Greetings,
    Filip

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  23. Elise LeaJuly 8, 2013 at 7:55 AM

    Beautiful pictures to a simple yet powerful message. Thanks you for sharing! I love these snippets you share from your pastor as well as the photos!

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  24. UnknownJuly 8, 2013 at 11:54 AM

    Such beautiful, dreamy images...

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  25. LisaJuly 8, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    Such beautiful images you've captured here, Karen! I love the light and composition in #2 & 4, and the beautiful bokeh in image #4. What type of flower is that? Fun how you captured little critters on the flowers too and framed them so perfectly! It's so nice that you still have flowers to photograph even in winter. :)
    Good thoughts today from your pastor too. Sounds like it might be a good book to look into.

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  26. Anita JohnsonJuly 8, 2013 at 1:29 PM

    I am extremely impressed with your $80 snap on lens. My macro was stolen last year...I wish I had known how well this worked before I replaced my expensive one. )o:
    The depth of field (or should I say lack of it) is wonderful!

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  27. GarimaJuly 8, 2013 at 6:43 PM

    Wow!!!
    These clicks are so beautiful :)

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  28. Minoru SaitoJuly 9, 2013 at 12:39 AM

    Hi! Beautiful macro shots. How beautiful they are! And very interesting words.
    Wishing you a wonderful week ahead.

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  29. Lisa GordonJuly 9, 2013 at 2:11 AM

    I really like this, Karen, especially the third one. These words are definitely ones to think about. Often.

    These photographs are just gorgeous! So much beautiful summer color.

    A very Happy Day to you!

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  30. JoyJuly 9, 2013 at 4:39 AM

    Awesome pictures and words:)

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  31. TonyJuly 9, 2013 at 7:38 AM

    Good series, now you're in the winter season, because it seems spring .... nice flowers .. some with breakfast .. Cheers Tony

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  32. UnknownJuly 9, 2013 at 12:55 PM

    Stunning pictures and a lovely post too Karen! Sarah xx

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  33. JenniJuly 9, 2013 at 10:54 PM

    wow the photos!

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  34. flowersandhomeJuly 10, 2013 at 4:35 AM

    Such true words. Thanks for sharing them here.
    Beautiful flower pictures; mid winter? It looks like summer. I was glad the African Daisies here finally opened their flower leaves again this week. They love the sun that finally arrived.
    Marian

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  35. GeorgiannaJuly 10, 2013 at 6:51 AM

    Hi Karen,

    Wow, gorgeous, gorgeous photos! I am super impressed with your macro conversion lens.

    And the sentiments you shared are so valuable and worth being reminded of. Thank you very much for that.

    Wishing you a great week ahead!

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  36. Seeing Each DayJuly 10, 2013 at 5:28 PM

    Sorry for the delay in reply to this post - but I have to shout a confirming 'yes' to your message. It is so true - SO true. But a lesson that I don't think is always emphasized to the young. I've been watching this show recently which involves women (celebrities, but not for promotion of their movies, shows etc ) , and the interviewee sometimes ends with the question 'what would you tell your 14yr old self?'. I think my list to my 14 yr old self would go over a page and would definitely include what you've highlighted today. Thanks, Karen.

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  37. RosemaryJuly 11, 2013 at 12:04 AM

    I've never read this quote before, it is brilliant; simple, powerful and so true.

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  38. hydeeannsewsJuly 12, 2013 at 10:15 AM

    I often wonder why I took on 7 children when I haven't mastered myself.My only explanation is that God gave them to me and they are helping refine me.

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  39. A wondering starJuly 12, 2013 at 10:14 PM

    What a wonderful post!
    I love your beautiful flower photos.
    Thanks for the powerful text!

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  40. mariaJuly 13, 2013 at 12:27 AM

    Amazing captures. Thank you for sharing these on OYGIF.

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  41. UnknownJuly 13, 2013 at 4:43 AM

    fabulous macro shots--all vibrant and beautiful.

    Bromeliad or Ginger?

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  42. IdaJuly 13, 2013 at 7:00 AM

    Your flower shots are outstanding and beautiful. Enjoyed all of them and the inspirational quote as well.

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  43. UnknownJuly 13, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    So beautiful, I love them all :).
    Thank you for visiting our poppy field in Provence. Have a great weekend!

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  44. LindaJuly 13, 2013 at 2:06 PM

    Gorgeous pictures!

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  45. HazelJuly 13, 2013 at 3:27 PM

    Love the quote. And what a lovely shot of a gorgeous flower!

    Hazel

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  46. LizJuly 15, 2013 at 4:08 AM

    Amazing captures.

    Red ginger

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  47. isabella kramer - vereditJuly 19, 2013 at 12:10 AM

    Karen, your photos are really breathtakingly, taken with so much sensitivity and love for nature!!

    and I love the message

    warm hugs from
    isabella

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  48. JeanneJuly 21, 2013 at 12:28 PM

    Stunning shots Karen, and such powerful and true thoughts on the FIRST PERSON!

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