I had to look at them all. this one I like the most. I have said before, I just cant explain in more than a few words why I like a photo. So I am going try a few more words. I have 2 daughters and I love them to bits and I really miss them.
One is in university and the other lives far away in England. A photo like this makes me think its a nice well took picture, I smile and think back. Ramble....nice photo

Lovely portrait in all respects. Rod has provided excellent & interesting feedback on his top three, and I think he's made good choices (and brilliant commentary as usual). All the photos are lovely. This is the "prettiest" photo for me with the blown highlights in the sky smiling down and providing a lovely glow. While I like a lot of bokeh, the absence of it here is better.

It's the colours. Sublime.

And this one for third! Lovely head and shoulders.

And this is my runner up. So evocative.

OK there's not much in focus but the happiness shines through in truckloads.

A beautiful set Todd, but this is the clear winner for me. Hope has a lovely pose, full of cheer and clutching the medallion firmly. The setting is beautiful and Hope is an integral part of it with that light on her side and in her hair. It's as if the past is a bit of a blur but she's emerging from it with growing confidence.

Super bright, fabulous silhouette...... but so dangerous! You need those eyes to be in top nick. You don't want everything to turn orange...some yellows are enough.

Since taking up photography much more actively (and glue to the pc) my eyes have deteriorated significantly. It's a hobby that keeps me sane in an insane world (and that's within the four walls of our home), but it does have a downside I'm realising. Ho hum. Could be worse.

There are still years of new and unusual lenses and cameras to try, and images to process.

Really enjoyed this month's journey and I'll be checking in regularly to see your new photos.

"Fascinating, Captain. Signs of primitive life form". (Oh how I wish our big retailers where this imaginative).

Perfect for a cell-phone snap.

Should have tossed a chip/fry out to get the gull looking into the frame.