Jake, at 6 months old. His expression here says it all! Photo taken by Darcey Salwak (Estados Unidos) - People/Family/Friends

This is a picture that I am proud of. I got up early and waited for the sun to light up the bottom of the arches. The picture was taken in Harrisburg, PA on 9/30/05 at 0700 in the morning. It relates to the theme because the river gives the reflection and the sun really makes the picture. Photo taken by Scott Ross (Estados Unidos) - Nature

This is my husband and daughter on our way to a black tie event on the USS Ronald Reagan. As we approached the ship everyone stared in amazment at the size of the ship. (You can actually see the ship in my husbands glasses.) After the event, the ship was on it's way to Iraq. Photo taken by Patti Gutshall (Estados Unidos) - People/Family/Friends

Waldo, an eight year old Basset Hound, loves the snow. Photo taken in my back yard in Colorado. Photo taken by Alan Lipkin (Estados Unidos) - Animals/Pets

I liked the juxtaposition of two unrelated thematic elements in this image. Photo taken by David S April (Estados Unidos) - People/Family/Friends

The colorful glow of Christmas lights seems almost magical. They really do set a cozy mood for holiday warmth and good cheer. Photo taken by Grace Anthony Zemsky (Estados Unidos) - Holidays/Events

This picture fills me with gratitude for my country. I took it on my front porch this summer. My granddaughter Kiyah, has learned to say the pledge of allegiance in kindergarden this year and is very proud of that. She is learning what we all know, this is a great country. Photo taken by Crystal Hardesty (Estados Unidos) - Holidays/Events

Grapes in front of light source. The picture was taken with the Kodak EasyShare P850. Photo taken by John Quattrociocchi (Estados Unidos) - Artistic/Creative

This was taken at Montreal's Sanata Claus Parade. It is just a happy picture. Photo taken by John Zimmerman (Canadá) - People/Family/Friends

Standing at the top of Niagra Falls at night is an awsome feeling and a beautiful sight! Photo taken by Mike Dennis (Estados Unidos) - Travel/Vacation

I like how this little guy seems to be peeking out of the photo. He is five months old. Photo taken by Jessica Hughes (Estados Unidos) - Humor

This is a pet portrait of a friends 6 week old Chihuahua. Made in the shade on our front porch. 1/125@f2.8 ISO100. Photo taken by Robert Blankenship (Estados Unidos) - Animals/Pets

Pumpkins lined up at a farmers market provide a colorful still life for the autumn season. Photo taken by Peter Anderson (Estados Unidos) - Nature

Sometimes... just one hand can tell a whole story. Photo taken by Yuri Pautov (Rusia) - People/Family/Friends

Here comes the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad passing through the fall foliage. Photo taken by Bill Merlavage (Estados Unidos) - Travel/Vacation

This is my son Jordon. He is seven years old and takes the game very serious! Photo taken by Jacqueline Easter (Estados Unidos) - People/Family/Friends

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Photo taken by Evy Johansen (Dinamarca) - Holidays/Events

No! My mom's pet turkey. Photo taken by Cathy MacMillan (Estados Unidos) - Animals/Pets

A fall digital art project. Photo taken by Gloria B. Wood (Estados Unidos) - Artistic/Creative

What was that you said, I'm invited? I never heard of a Turnkey Dinner. Photo taken by Loren Greene (Estados Unidos) - Holidays/Events

This is a picture of my family's "camp" (summer cottage) sign in Maine. The sign, created by my great-grandfather, is put up at the beginning of the summer season to let folks paddling by on the lake know whose place it is. Photo taken by Christina Poryanda (Estados Unidos) - Travel/Vacation

A grouping of three daisies from our garden. Photo taken by Blake Heminger (Estados Unidos) - Artistic/Creative

A wonderful trip through the mountains with my husband, with our cameras in hand. Photo taken by Cathy MacMillan (Estados Unidos) - Travel/Vacation

This is a picture of my oldest son who just started high school. The picture was taken at his very first freshmen football game. The composition of the photo makes him look so proud and mature as he, without knowing, is turning into a man right before my eyes. Photo taken by Debra Silvas (Estados Unidos) - People/Family/Friends