A Word A Week: Contrast

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Ryan has a habit of picking up what ever electronic device is left lying around and secretly leaving his mark.  I never know what to expect when I realize I haven’t seen my phone for a few hours but usually I discover new voice recordings, fun messages on my fitbit and most recently a series of selfies on my iPod.  Maybe this post is a bit of a stretch for the word contrast  but I think the three photos below are a unique look at the contrasting moods of pre-teen boys.  Yes they are goofy and full of drama but they do have some sweet and introspective moments too.

 Contrast 1

Contrast 2

Contrast 3

Posted as part of Sue’s A Word A Week Photograph Challenge:  Contrast.

31 responses to “A Word A Week: Contrast”

  1. lensandpensbysally Avatar

    What treasures……………..

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      Thanks Sally, I think so too. 🙂

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  2. lingeringvisions by Dawn Avatar

    Haha, I love that. I rarely use my phone for photos but I decided to capture something last week to send to a friend. When I went to my gallery there were dozens of selfies of my grandson making all kinds of faces. He moved with his mother in January, 600 miles away so it was a nice surprise.

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      A great surprise. 🙂

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  3. nancytex2013 Avatar

    Just wait till he hits the teens and starts leaving more interesting selfies for you. 😉

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      Oh yeah, those days are coming up fast!

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  4. Carrie Rubin Avatar

    Wonderful finds!

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      Thanks Carrie, they made me smile. 🙂

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  5. Angeline M Avatar

    I especially love that first shot. And what a delight that he leaves little surprises on you phone or iPod for you. I would love that.

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      Thanks Angeline, it makes my day when I find something like this from him. 🙂

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  6. bebs1 Avatar

    Well I think his selfies are great, much better than most I’ve seen.

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      I’ll be sure to tell him. 🙂

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  7. digitalgranny Avatar
    digitalgranny

    love these selfies and what a great kid.

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      Thanks so much and I agree, he is a great kid. 🙂

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  8. Amy Avatar

    Very cool! A pleasant surprise!:) Thanks you for sharing!

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      You’re welcome Amy and thanks so much for the visit!

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  9. completelydisappear Avatar

    They made me smile. The photos 🙂

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      I’m glad you enjoyed them. 🙂

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  10. y. prior Avatar

    Iam still smiling because the pics are so fun. I first looked at the pics without reading what you wrote – and so I saw them for the different tones and subject placement – like int he second one – which is black and white ands all close up – but then after reading what you wrote I started to laugh a little because it was so cute! Sneaking in little selfies is the BEST and these are truly little treasures to discover – and says so much about joy and all that. and great for the contrast entry too. 🙂 ~yvette

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      Thanks Yvette, I’m happy to hear you enjoyed these both for their sentimental value and because you liked the images. 🙂
      Lisa

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  11. anotherday2paradise Avatar

    What fun! I think these images are great for the challenge. Such different facial expressions. 🙂

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      Thanks Sylvia, Ryan loves making faces for the camera and I was happy to find that these are pretty tame. 🙂

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  12. Ruth Avatar

    I love Ryan’s shots. One day last week I left my phone on my desk at the front of the room. Just last night I found a group of 5 girls (high school students) who posed and left me a group selfie on my phone! Fun surprises always on electronic devices.

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      Thanks Ruth, 🙂 These kind of happy surprises are so much fun and it’s great to know you have a classroom full of kids that feel comfortable sharing a nice moment with you. 🙂

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  13. Livonne Avatar

    This happens to me at college too.. As soon as I leave my phone unattended, the younger members of the class take selfies.. I’ve taken to leaving it there coz I love their photos lol

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      How cute. 🙂 It’s a fun way to see what goes on “behind the scenes”!

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  14. Alexandra Avatar

    he’s so cool 🙂 how old is Ryan?

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      He’s 12, soon to be 13. 🙂

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  15. Joanne Avatar

    I love finding these treasures – makes me smile every time!

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    1. NW Frame of Mind Avatar

      Thanks Joanne, me too. 🙂

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