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Uploaded: 06/27/13 10:51 PM GMT
Mr. C
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This Cardinal stayed in a tree outside my house guarding Mrs. C, who was on a nest in a rosebush by my backdoor this spring. She was trying to hatch three eggs, but the cold and rainy wet weather allowed only one to hatch. It was nice to see her on the nest when I went into the house. I might post a photo of her later.

This is dedicated to our good friend Cornelius (Corngrowth) who is by his wife's side in her time of need. Some call him Mr. C and I prefer to call him Sea since he is a retired Sea Captain. Keep all of his family in your prayers.

Texture Leaning towards abstraction by Patrica, Alaska12 on Flickr.

OFT

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.biffobear
06/27/13 10:54 PM GMT
Good creation..Kind thoughts...R.
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::LynEve
06/28/13 12:08 AM GMT
The texture added to this gives extra impact and depth to a relly beautiful photot.

I am sure Mr C (Sea) will appreciate the kind thoughts at this very trying time.
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.Jhihmoac
06/28/13 12:14 AM GMT
Nice one for Mr. C, Cap'n...Faved...
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.Joanie
06/28/13 12:19 AM GMT
What a beauty and such a beautiful surrounding he has! Outstanding Tick! And prayers are certainly being said.
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::tigger3
06/28/13 12:51 AM GMT
Tick, the textures are very good, and this is wonderful tribute to our dear friend Cornelius and his dear wife. Tigz♥ =^..^=
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::LakeMichigan
06/28/13 1:12 AM GMT
Beautiful image and tribute, Tick .
I have them in my thoughts and prayers .
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.snapshooter87
06/28/13 2:21 AM GMT
It's a lovely shot, Tick. Cornelius would certainly appreciate the sentiment and caring that is being expressed throughout the sit.
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::nanadoo
06/28/13 2:55 AM GMT
That's a cool pic, Mr. Tick!!! Praying for your friends....
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.tib
06/28/13 4:25 AM GMT
A gorgeous Cardinal and fabulous work on this Tick! A really beautiful texture too my friend. Quite a touching dedication. I will keep Cornelius and his Dear Wife and family in my prayers.
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.Dunstickin
06/28/13 5:03 AM GMT
Good one mate!...I am sure our old friend will know we have him and his dear wife in our prayers and thoughts!
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::Ramad
06/28/13 7:42 AM GMT
Nice shot of the "Guardinal" Tick. Nice of you to remember Cornelius this way. I often think of him and his wife and what a tough time they both are having.
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.koca
06/28/13 7:58 AM GMT
Lovely shot, great close up of this red beauty. Nice one, Tick.
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.GIGIBL
06/28/13 10:52 AM GMT
LOVELY SHOT OF THE CARDINAL GREAT WORK
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::100k_xle
06/28/13 12:24 AM GMT
Excellent Gesture Tick. My prayers are with them both daily.

Not a Fan of that Texture. Makes the image look like it is filled with Noise.
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This Image GRABBED my EYE. That's Why I Stopped By. Thanks For Sharing ! Never argue with an idiot. They drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience
::braces
06/28/13 9:22 PM GMT
You are so lucky to live somewhere with such gorgeous native birds. Like the capture and the added textures.
Our thoughts are, of course, with Cornelius and his dear wife.
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.gonedigital
06/28/13 11:10 PM GMT
Sweet birdy shot Tic, the textured background adds further interest to the photo. We had an awful winter/spring for the wildlife here in the UK, and it seems you've had a few problems over there too!
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.palral
06/29/13 4:28 AM GMT
I'm sorry, TicK, but I just can't find anything on this shot to bitch about. The background is chocked full of so many textures, twists and turns that I would have been satisfied without you giving me the bird. The lighting and contrast are flawless, but your unique vision came up with one of the nicest laying jobs I've seen in a very long time. Faves and an AC nomination. You continue to grow.
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::danika
06/29/13 7:44 PM GMT
A wonderful dedication for our dear friend Cornelius & his wife. They are in my prayers & thoughts.

I like the textures you used ... really focuses on the cardinal (especially the blue). Excellent work, Tick.
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.SamanthaHoran
07/02/13 11:16 PM GMT
I love the colors and the cardinal! very nice textures and I love the clarity, gives the photo depth!
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.icedancer
07/03/13 1:19 AM GMT
Spectacular work and handsome Mr. C
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.Eubeen
07/10/13 10:44 PM GMT
Good post work on the photo Tick. Nice lighting and details in the image. A great dedication for Cornelius and his wife.
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