Comment from gidavidson
What a precious and special moment that you have preserved with fine focus, good frame and exposure. Like the b/w. What an experience for Mom and Daughter. Good one.

 Comment Written 25-Sep-2012

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reply by the author on 25-Sep-2012

Thanks so much George your kind comments are appreciated.

Comment from ftbtaxman
Very nice black and white. I like the shot here. There is a lot of detail, but no faces. Thanks for sharing. .

 Comment Written 24-Sep-2012

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reply by the author on 24-Sep-2012

Thanks so much, I appreciate your comments.

Comment from canon shooter
What a very precious photo. Very good capture with all that excitement. I am sure you and your daughter well always treasure this photo! Thanks for the information!

 Comment Written 24-Sep-2012

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reply by the author on 24-Sep-2012

Thanks again for your lovely comments, yes my daughter loves the photos and has made a slide show with background music :)

Comment from pattigirl
Wow, what an extraordinary capture of a moment that is all too fleeting! Full of love and kindness and tenderness and that special moment when one is truly Home. Beautiful photography. The BW is an excellent choice. A pleasure to view your wonderful image!

 Comment Written 24-Sep-2012

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reply by the author on 24-Sep-2012

Thanks so much, your lovely comments are appreciated.

Comment from GaliaG
you have capture a very special and tender moment in this photo and it was done in a way that it only shows the beauty and the magic of it without showing the hard part

thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 24-Sep-2012

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reply by the author on 24-Sep-2012

Thanks again for such a lovely review. :)

Comment from Debbie Mahorney
How beautiful. I'm sure it was hard to concentrate on taking the pictures, but well worth the effort. This picture is so precious.
Theres nothing like new life.
Great job.

 Comment Written 24-Sep-2012

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reply by the author on 24-Sep-2012

Thanks Debbie, I really appreciate your positive comments.

Comment from ELAINE'S PHOTOGRAPHS
Beautiful, heartwarming and the beauty of love we have for our children. POV, lighting, story, and the b/w conversion are just fantastic. I am so glad you shared this picture, thank you!

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 Comment Written 24-Sep-2012

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reply by the author on 24-Sep-2012

Thanks once again for such a lovely review, much appreciated.

Comment from onyanita
its a beautiful moment Mary which you have captured so nicely.Love the way she's holding bub and that the midwife has her hand gently on the head. Good framing, focus and techs. Good choice in b&w tones. Top shot.

 Comment Written 24-Sep-2012

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reply by the author on 24-Sep-2012

Thanks Sonja, was certainly a memorable day. That little one is now nearly 13kg and full of mischief, nearly walking he turns one tomorrow :)

Comment from marieann green
Great entry for the contest and fabulous remembrance of a wonderful moment.
Excellent composition and clarity. Very well done and a pleasure to review.

 Comment Written 24-Sep-2012

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reply by the author on 24-Sep-2012

Thanks so much, I really appreciate your feedback.

Comment from Always-smile
Oh, this is one of the most emotional moments in life and you did a great job in capturing the first moments of a newly beginning life.. I like it being in black and white that makes this photo timeless and more sentimental.. Time is passing too fast and we realize that much clearly when the babies grow in front of our eyes:) Very lovely shot and thanks for sharing..

 Comment Written 23-Sep-2012

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reply by the author on 24-Sep-2012

Thanks so much, your feedback is really appreciated.