From theguardian.com article ‘How selfies became a global phenomenon’ –
It starts with a certain angle: a smartphone tilted at 45 degrees just above your eyeline is generally deemed the most forgiving. Then a light source: the flattering beam of a backlit window or a bursting supernova of flash reflected in a bathroom mirror, as preparations are under way for a night out.
The pose is important. Knowing self-awareness is conveyed by the slight raise of an eyebrow, the sideways smile that says you’re not taking it too seriously. A doe-eyed stare and mussed-up hair denotes natural beauty, as if you’ve just woken up and can’t help looking like this. Sexiness is suggested by sucked-in cheeks, pouting lips, a nonchalant cock of the head and a hint of bare flesh just below the clavicle. Snap!
There was a time, I never took selfies, why would I? I do not participate much in Social Media except my blog here on WordPress. My posts are then sent out via a tweet on Twitter. I find I have no time for other Social Media platforms and honestly soon will most likely shutdown my Twitter account. However, I will keep my WordPress blog going as long as I enjoy it and feel up to it. What does this have to do with selfies?
There was a time, I never took selfies, why would I? My blog began with me anonymous. As the months came and went I became less intimated with expressing myself in words and as fellow bloggers began to read and comment, I felt a sense of comfort. So, I exposed myself; some of you may remember my posts that slowly exposed me; and now I am totally exposed for all to see.
Now because I am exposed, I take selfies, lot of selfies. How many is too many? Most of the time my selfies do not come out the way I would hope for, so another is usually taken. I now take lots of selfies; most of them of me alone, still many more includes Gary and sometimes Roxy.
Google “selfies meaning” and you receive the following –
sel·fie
ˈselfē/
nouninformal
plural noun: selfies
a photograph that one has taken of oneself, typically one taken with a smartphone or webcam and shared via social media.
“occasional selfies are acceptable, but posting a new picture of yourself everyday isn’t necessary”
I do not usually post a picture of myself every day, it depends on the topic of the post I am publishing.
This past Saturday in my post ‘what comes next…‘, included a picture of me. When my post is about me and my health, I usually end it with a picture of me. That post last Saturday, I used an older picture with no intentions. That post indicated I had lost 22 lbs. of weight since my surgery; this is true, but the picture included is an older picture, therefore I may have misled some readers thinking the photo is the current me.
There was a time, I never took selfies, why would I? But now, oh, why not?
This post is filled with a collection of selfies. This last photo is the current me – me with 22 lbs. less weight.
Looking good😉
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Thank you Tink – Happy Monday! 🙂
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You take great “selfies!” I love all of them. Keep snapping my friend. 😀
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Thank you Amanda, I will continue to snap away. Hope you have a wonderful week. 🙂
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Keep clicking away…love your selfies!! 😀
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Thank you Alexis – Happy Monday! 🙂
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You have such a beautiful smile… you should definitely keep taking them.
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Aw, thank you Paula for the kind compliment! I will keep taking them! 🙂
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I remember your anonymous time here on WordPress and how happy I was to finally “see” you! 🙂 You´ve got a wonderful smile and your selfies always look so great! Keep doing them! (Wish I could do the same but all my selfies tend to look totally weird, maybe there´s something wrong with my camera or it´s just me 😉 )
And you look great on the last pic!! xxx
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Thanks Sarah, I was never into selfies, but look at me now! I appreciate you being here since the anonymous days, that has been a while back. Hope you have a fantastic week. 🙂
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You’re a true natural when it comes to selfies, and videos too! 😄 Wish you a great week too! xxx
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Take as many selfies as you want!
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Thanks Sarah – I will! 🙂
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I remember when you let us see your face Terry! You look great dear xx
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Thank you Lynn for the kind comment. 🙂
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So welcome dear xx
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Well, you are super photogenic! So keep taking those selfies 🙂 You are looking good my friend. Enjoy the rest of your day 🙂 x
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Thank you Lynne, you are very kind – have a great week. 🙂
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Thank you, you too 🙂 x
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I’ve really enjoyed your selfies, I see no need to stop!
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Thank you Kathryn – have a great day. 🙂
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i’m always SOOO happy to see your beautiful selfies and smiles!!!
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Thank you Jodi! 🙂
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Keep snapping, and keep smiling … you’re looking good!
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Thank you Su! 🙂
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Good to see you. You still look great
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Aw, thank you very much – I appreciate the compliment. Happy Day! 🙂
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I’m pleased to report that you look like your fine self. Although I recommend more spoons in photos! 🙂 I’ll send some along with virtual hugs.
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Thank you Peggy, I appreciate you and the virtual hugs. 🙂
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You take wonderful pictures! Everyone of them has a happy smile! Keep them coming! Have a great day! 🙂
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Thank you Sandra, I will – Happy Day. 🙂
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The 20 lbs. you is still just as handsome as ever Terry.
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Thank you Steph, I appreciate you very much. 🙂
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I’m damn glad you’re able to take selfies! Plus the fact you’re so positive and that makes us all feel just a bit better. Yea, I vote keep taken em! Good for you. 🙂
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Okay, yes Paul I will continue with the selfies. Thanks, I appreciate your comment and hope you have a great week. 🙂
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I love that you always have a smile on your face. Your optimism and positivity are such wonderful qualities. 🙂
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Thank you very much for your kind comment. Have a great week. 🙂
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I am so happy you came out of anonymous time. You have a lovely smile and the posts are just so wonderful with your selfies and smiles. keep share your smile with us 😉
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I am too, I feel more confident than ever having myself out there for all to see. I appreciate you comment – have a great week. 🙂
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Thank you 🙂 You as well 🙂
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Love the selfies Terry! It’s great to see you smile, and enjoying the sun! I laughed when you said you take more than one- if I take a selfie at all, that’s the only way! 🙂
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Thank you Sadie, yes, I have plenty of selfies; not so long ago, I never took them. I appreciate you stopping by today and hope all is well with you and your family. 🙂
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Terry, you look terrific. Selfies are always awful, yet yours are ‘photo wonderful’. How does that happen!? Know what? I think the real you is so powerful and genuine that it just always comes across in your selfies. Really. Best to you!
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Aw, thank you Jennie for the kind words. Trust me, I have plenty of selfies that did not turn out so well. I appreciate your friendship and always supportive comments. Hope you have a great week. 🙂
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Best to you! 🙂
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Looking good and smiling – keep clicking and keep smiling!
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Thank you Dolly, I promise I will! Happy Day! 🙂
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Happy Day to you, dear!
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I loved seeing this plethora of selfies and the last one is proof that you are doing so well. I hope the camera isn’t lying because you look really great 🙂
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Thank you Osyth, considering I have lost 22 lbs. of weight, I don’t look too bad. Thanks for stopping by, always appreciate your comments. Hope you are have a great week. 🙂
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Nice one, Terry. Good pic
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Thank you Derrick, you are very kind. 🙂
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Well “Hello Terry!”….Nice selfies! Sure hope you have a good day!
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Thank you very much my friend, my day is good, hope yours is as well. 🙂
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Looking good. 🙂
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Thank you very much – have a great day! 🙂
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Awesome selfies 😁😉😁
And looking great too.
x
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Thank you very much. Have a great week. 🙂
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And you too.
x
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You have the best smile….keep taking selfies…..I gave up my twitter…..Facebook is here and there….but I love my blog community……there is so much support on here and so many wonderful people…..keep snapping that camera……xxxxxkat
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I most likely will shut the twitter down soon, I find no advantage having it. Thank you for the compliment, I will keep snapping away. Hope you are doing well my friend. 🙂
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alls well in Paradise….
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