. . . hannah . . .
by Lydia

Comment:
Ohmy! I'd seen photos of Hannah but I didn't recognize her here. But I loved this in the challenge. She is such an exotically beautiful girl -- yet still she looks so innocent and pure. You did good, MOM!

Dreaming
by Charlene

Comment:
Oh, Charlene, this one was yours! Even not knowing the story, I thought it was one of the best flower photos I'd ever seen. But knowing that this flower was one that Jon sent to you to say he loved you makes it even more beautiful. It really IS a "best of 2008" photo, isn't it. On so many levels.

I pray for your heart to be comforted every single day and even someday to heal!

No Swimming Today
by colorcarnival

Comment:
I really love this Michelle. It reminds me of a Norman Rockwell type of photo. Childhood is so enhanced with your processing somehow. It just looks great!

Cathedral of Biblical Proportions
by LVicari

Comment:
Ohmy Heavens! I've never seen a church photo this flawlessly beautiful. It belongs in a museum! The only thing surprising is that you were surprised at how deserving it is to win in a challenge like this. CONGRATULATIONS!

Lighthouse Drama
by Drake

Comment:
Ohmygoodness. This is one of the most beautiful, dramatic photos I've ever seen. A fine choice for top honors in this prestigious challenge! Congratulations!

life & death in miniature
by roz

Comment:
Whoa, ROZ! I never cease to be amazed and in AWE over your macros. WOW!

Fish Dinner in the Wild
by basssman7

Comment:
WOW! I'm speechless, overcome with awe! CONGRATULATIONS on a National Geographic quality wildlife photo. It is incredible!

Fuchs, hast du die Gans gestohlen?
by bubeltrubel

Comment:
I loved this one in the challenge! Congratulations on such a deservingly strong finish!

You can always count on me
by Rgarcia

Comment:
AWESOME!

Not For Lack of Love
by shamer

Comment:
I love this photo so much. Congratulations on a top 20 photo -- but a photo that will live on forever bringing joy to that family!