February 17, 2012

The "Eyes" have it...





"True Love"



There is probably no higher standard that I can try to live up to, than to strive to be the person my two dogs see thru their eyes.  I must admit, it is a very nice view from atop my pedestal.  To be gazed upon adoringly is quite the drug.  My self-esteem grows by leaps and bounds equivalent to the levels of excitement expressed every time I return to the house and I am greeted by abundant displays of joy and happiness.  I am loved unconditionally.  It is a good thing.  The feelings are mutual after all (okay, I MIGHT have a "few" conditions on my end of the equation).  

This week's Project 52 prompt is "True Love".  If only I could harness Dog #1 and Dog #2's unabiding love and devotion and attach it to the rest of my family.  Well, it is probably a good thing I can't, otherwise my head would swell to proportions that would render me unable to exit thru my doorway. The good news?  At least the rest of the family doesn't shed...very much.

--Kathy


35 comments:

  1. Isn't that the truth - the kind of love that is genuinely unconditional. ; )

    Here's to the furry animals in our lives, that teach us true love! Great photo!

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  2. Great picture of your "baby'. Yes, dogs are quite the "ego booster". What would we do without them. Love this shot! Was that done with your new lens?? Thinking of going out today and getting mine.

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  3. My dogs look at me that way too, especially at meal time. Love the picture and your story.

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  4. This photo is fantastic! You captured such devotion and thus created much emotion.

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  5. oh I remember that (we used to have a dog) she greeted me by the door every time!

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  6. So well said- they certainly do think the world of us!

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  7. What a beautiful photo of your baby! There is nothing quite like the unconditional love of dogs. :) I have 2 and they are my world. :)

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  8. You have caught that eye with perfect clarity and I love the B&W, it really draws us straight to that gorgeous eye.
    What a beautiful dog.
    I would love to get such images of our own dogs but they don't seem to be very accommodating lol.

    Linda
    http://coachhousecraftingonabudget.blogspot.com/p/polytunnel-gardening.html

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  9. Right there with you! When I lost Hannah, my Golden with the most loving eyes, I was heart broken. Thought I would never do it again. It just hurt so much. But then I started craving that love. Enter DUDLEY!!
    Great photo!

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  10. very nice, love the texture of the fur

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  11. Oh Kathy, I whole-heartedle agree that the love of one's dog is so good for the soul. Lifts even the gloomiest of spirits and remember dog is God spelled backwards.....

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  12. Ahhhh.. What a cute photo. You just gotta love our furry friends..

    Hugs, Linda

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  13. I have a little frame with a saying...Dear God, may I be a good as my dog thinks I am" or something like that. This is a wonderful pet portrait-and yes, you've captured "true love".

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  15. Oh, this is so beautiful!!!!!
    Awesome photo, love it!
    Have a great weekend.
    Greetings Mette

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  16. what a cutie! great job focusing on the eyes!

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  17. Fantastic photo. Love the detail. Great focus.

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  18. Oh what a sweet photo! Dogs live right inside our rib cages, don't they? Perfect pic for "true love."

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  19. I so love that photo. It squeezed my heart. What a dear, expressive face he has, and how well you captured it!

    Well done, Kathy. True love, indeed.

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  20. lol love this, what a great shot of your little one.

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  21. You have captured such a wonderful expression.
    Unconditional love...there should be more of it.

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  22. Sweet face -- and adoring eyes. :)

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  23. OR have pee pee accidents!!! Lmao. This shot is killer! Perfectly composed, lit, and cropped. Those eyes are defineatly are the look of love. Another great post Kathy.

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  24. That is probably one of the best pictures of a dog I have ever seen.

    Mollyxxx

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  25. So true, so true...nothing like the love of a dog. Great image, wonderful clarity.

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  26. Ah yes the unconditional love of a pet.They really are the best friend, non judgemental and so loving, my two cats are all of that too. Lovely post Kathy. Thank you for visiting me!

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  27. Amazing photo! and beautiful b&w image of your sweet dog!

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  28. Thank you for sharing at Your Sunday Best, Kathy! Enjoy the rest of your weekend. :)

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  29. Great shot! Those certainly are some adoring eyes.

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  30. What a beautiful portrait of your dog!

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  31. Saw your picture on Your Sunday Best. GREAT PICTURE! I have a Boston also. They are my favorite.

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  32. I really love this shot. Nothing quite like the love of a good dog to keep we humans content.

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  33. I love your picture, it's perfect! I have an English Bulldog and I absolutely love taking pictures of her too! Thanks for sharing!

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  34. Oh Lordy! What a beautiful face! LOVE this soooo much! And....I've said it before and I'll say it again...I just loooove your blog! Makes me smile even when I don't really wanna!

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