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July 16, 2008

Welcome to Special Exposure Wednesday

Written by Melody

In those times when you have little or no motivation - in parenting or photography - images can trigger a desire to begin another day and try again.

I am excited to be sharing Special Exposure Wednesday with you. Along with my passion for parenting, adoption, and advocacy exists a love of photography. While I am by no means a professional, I never leave home without my camera and even at home it is always on ready. My boys have grown up with my lens aimed toward them and have become oblivious to its existence, which is a good thing because they no longer whine "Ah mom, you're not taking our picture again!" Well that isn't true, but they don't whine as often nor as loudly.

Each Wednesday we gather at 5MFSN and share a photo from our lives. We are not looking for professional photographers (though if you are one, you had better be sharing!) or technical perfection. It is a sharing of visual inspiration to encourage one another, perhaps coax a smile or even a tear. We share photos of our children, places or things our children love, that we love…the moments of struggle, the moments of triumph…any photograph which calls up memories or emotions in you as a parent. Does a shot of dirty laundry or muddy feet do it for you? Whatever. Share. Images are inspiring, motivating and entertaining.

Each Wednesday I will post my Special Exposure Wednesday photo here at 5MFSN along with Mr. Linky. To participate simply:

  • Post your photo on your blog or photo sharing site of your choice.
  • Words are optional. If you wish to share more about the moment captured, please do so on your blog along with the photo. Sometimes a photo stands alone…sometimes you want to explain why it was chosen. Entirely your call. I do ask that you keep your words brief, focusing on the image.
  • Sign Mr. Linky with the direct link to your photo post (blog or other site).
  • Please Leave a comment on the Special Exposure Wednesday post here at 5MFSN.
  • Click the links shared on Mr. Linky to visit one another for visual inspiration.
  • Please remember to comment on the photos you visit. Everyone loves getting comments and knowing someone visited. And you never know when your comment may sound as sweet as the voice of a old friend who understands.

I believe we will receive weekly inspiration for parenting and photography. I'm even willing to bet your photography skills will improve.

Would you like the code to post the Special Exposure Wednesday button in your weekly posts and blog sidebar? Grab it below. Thank you for sharing.

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See you here each Wednesday.
Go! Grab your camera and start snapping.

Questions, suggestions or just want to say "I'll be joining the fun"? Comments are open below.


Melody can be found writing here at 5MFSN every Tuesday in addition to hosting Special Exposure Wednesday. She also shares her special life and photography at Slurping Life and reviews products and gives away stuff at what i think.

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July 16, 2008
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#1 - Four Sons, Lots of Questions @ 12:37 am

[...] can be found writing here at 5MFSN every Tuesday in addition to hosting Special Exposure Wednesday. She also shares her special life and photography at Slurping Life and reviews products and gives [...]

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#2 - debi b @ 1:24 am

LOVE this idea!
I think lots of moms might be inspired by the post I did for today (Wednesday). I posted a picture of my oldest son who has Cerebryl Palsy and a bit about him.
I would LOVE for anyone who wants to take a look and I hope the picture will help to inspire others as it does me.
:) Debi

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#3 - Beck @ 10:25 am

I LOVE that idea - and it really is true that sometimes, when you're really frustrated and discouraged, taking pictures of your child can make you step back from your immidiate emotions and recognize the beauty of the child that you have.

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#4 - Jennifer @ 12:18 pm

I soooo hope this inspires me to take more photos. Now, if I can just remember where that battery charger is…

xo

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#5 - Tamie @ 3:32 pm

Great idea!

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#6 - Trish @ 3:58 pm

I'm looking forward to this. I have never done a photo meme before. My husband takes most of the pictures for our family though; does it have to be one I've taken or just one that is inspiring to me?

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#7 - Melody @ 4:21 pm

Trish, if you have a photo to share and permission, share it…no matter who snapped it.

But come on, snap some photos, too. :)

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July 17, 2008

#8 - Melissa @ 9:34 am

This is a marvelous idea! Your photos are always so beautiful and such a glimpse into life Melody. I can't wait to participate!

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July 18, 2008

#9 - lonestar818 @ 6:11 am

Great idea! I love to take pictures so this will be fun :).

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July 20, 2008

#10 - Donna Cooper @ 4:33 pm

Love your site(s) and am inpired. If I can figure out the Mr. Linky thingee I'll be posting a picture for you of my precious boy. He is a special gift of God to me…

Blessings,
Donna

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July 23, 2008
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#11 - Special Exposure Wednesday, Share Your Photo @ 12:01 am

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#12 - kari @ 11:58 am

This is my first visit here. I am going to participate I love photos :)

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#13 - Stacey @ 12:46 pm

my camera is willing… yay!

Now if I can just get the computer to follow my instructions– and upload these photo's!

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#14 - Sarah @ 2:36 pm

What a fun idea. I've done my post. Now the linking part I'm still working on.

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July 29, 2008
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#15 - The Hush Hush Disability @ 12:52 pm

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#16 - Maddy @ 8:19 pm

Aha! Tracked you down at last. Just call me Sherlock [no hound of the Baskervilles please!]
Woof

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July 30, 2008
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#17 - Show Us The Photos, Special Exposure Wednesday @ 12:02 am

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#18 - Maddy @ 9:42 am

You are my first ever trackback! [not sure if it worked though] Are they important, compulsory, possible, irrelevant?

I need to find somewhere that has a competition for Blogging 101!

Cheers

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#19 - Real Heros Wear Pink — Praying For Parker @ 11:52 am

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August 6, 2008
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#20 - Special Exposure Wednesday - Photo Sharing @ 12:01 am

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August 7, 2008

#21 - SoCoMom @ 2:50 am

Thanks for a really nice idea. I posted a picture on my blog of my son playing last week. It really captures a day in the life.Things are much more optimistic this year, compared to last. I've also posted your button & links back to this page. Cheers, and come visit sometime!

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August 10, 2008
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#22 - This Just In, Special Exposure Model Search - A Photo Contest @ 2:08 pm

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#23 - Special Exposure Model Search! A Photo Contest — Praying For Parker @ 3:13 pm

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#24 - Special Exposure Model Search - Photo Contest « Life with Jessica @ 10:11 pm

[...] 10, 2008 by Sandi For those of you who participate in Special Exposure Wednesday, the folks at 5 Minutes for Special Needs are having a model search photo contest. The winning [...]

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August 12, 2008

#25 - Nancy @ 3:24 am

I added 3 of Ty from this past summer and Spring. HE is the love of our lives and is such a special little boy.

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#26 - Nancy @ 3:48 am

I have been trying to get my blog moved to a private domain so I can't get it to link correctly but here is a link to my blog

http://micropreemie-miracle.blogspot.com/

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#27 - Hug Therapy @ 2:23 pm

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August 13, 2008
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#28 - Special Exposure Wednesday ~ Gifts @ 12:05 am

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#29 - Special Exposure Wednesday @ 9:00 am

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August 15, 2008
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#30 - A FREE Copy of The Middle Place — Praying For Parker @ 1:20 am

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August 17, 2008
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#31 - Caring, Curing and Aiding Pediatric Research @ 5:22 pm

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August 19, 2008
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#32 - Parents, Permission Granted @ 12:01 pm

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August 20, 2008
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#33 - Special Exposure Wednesday ~ SOOC Blur @ 12:01 am

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#34 - Karen @ 7:34 pm

I will be joining. I dont know where I sign up but will be doing the Special Exposure Wednesdays. I am new to all of this stuff so I am lost pretty much.

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August 27, 2008
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#35 - Special Exposure Wednesday, Popsicle Memory @ 12:21 pm

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September 2, 2008
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#36 - Vote In Our Special Exposure Model Search Contest @ 12:09 pm

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#37 - Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day 09/09 @ 3:47 pm

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September 3, 2008
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#38 - Heed My Warning ~ Special Exposure Wednesday @ 12:01 am

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September 9, 2008
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#39 - One Mean Mother @ 12:01 pm

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September 10, 2008
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#40 - Special Exposure Wednesday ~ Our New Blog Button @ 9:03 am

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September 16, 2008
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#41 - People, Talk to Me @ 12:00 pm

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September 17, 2008
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#42 - Empty Your Boots ~ Special Exposure Wednesday @ 12:02 am

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September 23, 2008
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#43 - Where Is That Invisibility Cloak? @ 12:25 pm

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September 24, 2008
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#44 - A Sensory Delight ~ Special Exposure Wednesday @ 12:01 am

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September 27, 2008
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#45 - Photographing Your Children @ 10:39 am

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October 1, 2008
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#46 - Special Exposure Wednesday ~ One Moment @ 12:03 am

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October 7, 2008
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#47 - A Visual Definition of ADHD @ 12:01 pm

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#48 - Special Exposure Wednesday @ 4:51 pm

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October 11, 2008
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#49 - Photographing Your Children ~ Adjust More Than Your Camera Settings @ 9:02 am

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October 15, 2008
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#50 - Special Exposure Wednesday ~ Grant My Wish, Amy @ 12:48 am

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October 22, 2008
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#51 - Special Exposure Wednesday ~ Once Upon A Halloween @ 12:02 am

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October 28, 2008
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#52 - A Mac In The Box @ 12:00 pm

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October 29, 2008
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#53 - A Great Day for Up ~ Special Exposure Wednesday @ 12:46 am

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November 5, 2008
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#54 - Special Exposure Wednesday - The Princess Cat @ 3:09 am

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November 12, 2008
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#55 - Special Exposure Wednesday - Therapy dogs rule @ 2:26 am

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November 19, 2008
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#56 - Special Exposure Wednesday - Every child is a super hero. @ 2:07 am

[...] a  special hero to share with us this Special Exposure Wednesday? Please remember your comment love at each link you [...]

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November 25, 2008
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#57 - The Child Is A Miracle @ 1:22 pm

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November 26, 2008
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#58 - Special Exposure Wednesday ~ One Little… @ 2:01 am

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December 3, 2008

#59 - Master Dillon's Mom @ 5:08 pm

Dillon dancing to the music at the shoe store…had to share it with Special Exposure Wednesday;)

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#60 - Blessed with Girls @ 7:35 pm

Mattie eating her Thanksgiving dessert.

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December 4, 2008

#61 - Lisa @ 10:18 am

I missed it this week, I 'll be sure to participate next week
cheers
Lisa

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December 9, 2008
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#62 - Special Exposure Wednesday - dawn fairies. @ 12:00 am

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December 17, 2008
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#63 - Special Exposure Wednesday - Merry Kissmas! @ 6:35 am

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December 18, 2008
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#64 - Tramadol hydrochloride. @ 2:51 am

Tramadol….

What is tramadol….

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December 23, 2008
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#65 - Special Exposure Wednesday - Waiting For Santa @ 8:02 pm

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December 30, 2008
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#66 - Special Exposure Wednesday - Christmas Day Blur. @ 8:03 pm

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January 6, 2009

#67 - Amber Pollard @ 2:28 pm

Count me in I love photos as you can tell on my blog.

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#68 - Special Exposure Wednesday - Sorting and stacking @ 8:03 pm

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