First Portrait edited in PSE 7

@Yvonne S.: Yvonne, thanks! I am glad that the work was worth it. :)

@Eros: thanks so much!

@Magda: thanks Magda...and thanks for checking out and commenting on so many of my shots. I am greatful for your support :)

@grouser: well, I learned how to adjust the color tone of the shot....which made a huge difference and naturally edited the lighting a bit. The biggest part of the work went into softening her skintone and sharpening her eyes. :) thanks for your support every day! I enjoy hearing from you!

@simona: Thanks so much, Simona. I appreciate your time and comment. :)

@Veronelle: Thanks, Veronelle!

@Onlymehdi: :) thanks!

@Heather J. Woodland: Thanks, Heather. You seem to be the master of the program already :)

@René Klein: Rene, thanks so much!

@Denise: Thanks Denise for your kind comment. I appreciate it. :)

@Mithun Varma: You are too kind. Thanks so much! I greatly appreciate it. :)

@Mary: Mary, thanks so much! I appreciate it. :) I am rather proud of this one :)

@Sandrine: Thanks, Sandrine! I can show you today after lunch if you have time :)

@akarui: Thanks Olivier. I appreciate your suggestions. :)

@Earnest: Earnest, that is probably the nicest comment that I have ever received. Thanks so much!!! Your comment sure made me smile! :)