This flower, just like one of thousands in my garden -- but this one just stood out against the clear blue sky. Photo taken by Luis Gonzalez (Vereinigte Staaten) - Nature

This is the picture we see from our window. Taken October 13, 2004. Photo taken by Doris Egolf (Vereinigte Staaten) - Nature

Water has a unique place for all of us as an essential of life. From our earliest times, mankind has held water dear, and invested it with special and sometimes mystical powers. Our whole cultural, literary and artistic heritage is steeped in references to water. It is a very precious resource, but today we often fail to recognise its value. Photo taken by Nedim Muhic (Bosnia & Herzegovina) - Nature

This picture was taken in Bowling Green, Kentucky at an International Heritage Festival. In my mind it captures the creativity of a musician that is playing a melody in his mind rather than to the outside world. Photo taken by Mark Scherer (Vereinigte Staaten) - People/Family/Friends

The setting sun reflects on a collection of pumpkins getting ready for Halloween. Photo taken by Gordon J Evans (Vereinigte Staaten) - Holidays/Events

This photo was taken this past summer at Summer Camp, where many new friends were made. Photo taken by J. A. Korpershoek (Kanada) - People/Family/Friends

This picture is special because it was one of my first! I am an amateur trying to develop "the eye." It was taken on June 25, 2004 in Milford, New Hampshire Photo taken by Valentin Enriquez (Vereinigte Staaten) - Holidays/Events

A special point of view -- of an ordinary photographed subject. Photo taken by Netzach Farbiash (Israel) - Animals/Pets

While on vacation in Ireland, I took this picture cycling along the back roads of rural County Mayo. There were so many breathtaking views of lush green rolling hills, but this particular scene revealed the isolation and tranquility I enjoyed most. The picture was taken with Kodak APS400 film. Photo taken by Shannon Connell (Vereinigte Staaten) - Travel/Vacation

I was able to watch and listen to this incredible 91-year young blues man perform at a recent music fest. Photo taken by Wendy Goeckner (Vereinigte Staaten) - People/Family/Friends

Beauty in nature is everywhere. This little guy had strayed onto a sidewalk. I got down to its level and started snapping pictures when it sensed my presence and looked right at the camera. I thought this photo depicted the snail in an unusual moment of communication. The photo was taken on August 30, 2004, in Oregon. Photo taken by Emma Louise Butler (Vereinigte Staaten) - Nature

You can tell the season by the flowers that are in bloom. It's autumn again! Photo taken by John Snider (Vereinigte Staaten) - Nature

These cows look mad, but they are very gentle. Perhaps its the pictures perspective that gives them that look. The picture was taken on a farm in upstate New York (Monticello) this summer 2004. Photo taken by Dean McManus (Vereinigte Staaten) - Animals/Pets

I rarely see these schooners anymore. But last week, upon arriving at Lighthouse Point one hot summer evening in CT, one sailed by! They make me think of how it must have been sailing in the "Old World". Photo taken by Dolores Neilson (Vereinigte Staaten) - Travel/Vacation

I love this photo because it's a brief moment when all five of my Jack Russell puppies are actually still: they were just waking up from a nap. They're usually boundless bundles of energy. I took the photo in my backyard on Sunday, Aug. 29, 2004. Photo taken by Rachel Pennington-Smith (Vereinigte Staaten) - Animals/Pets

This picture of my 22 month old granddaughter Jayde was taken in September. Jayde was diagnosed with Leukemia in April 2004 -- and the scare that we went through makes every picture of her is special to us. This one however, was taken at the right moment where she seems deep in thought and when the sun was setting, giving this awesome glow over her. It was as though it were her own personal "sunset." Photo taken by Wendy (Vereinigte Staaten) - People/Family/Friends

The fall colours began to appear here this year long before either the weather or the calendar said that fall was here. I shot this pretty autumn coloured leaf after a brief shower in late August. Photo taken by Gerda Grice (Kanada) - Nature

The Leaning Tower of Pisa. Photo taken by Grace Moon (Vereinigte Staaten) - Travel/Vacation

Pictured here, a friend's child, peeking at me during a summer barbecue in Cortlandt Manor, New York. Photo taken by Andy Williams (Vereinigte Staaten) - People/Family/Friends

This picture was taken/made last summer. Photo taken by Evy Johansen (Dänemark) - Artistic/Creative

I snuck up behind my sister in law just as her husband stole a kiss. The picture was taken while we were riding on the Ferry to Block Island, RI. Photo taken by Janice Forrest (Vereinigte Staaten) - People/Family/Friends

I just love the contrast between the bright, sunlit foreground -- and the ominous, dark and foreboding stormclouds in the distance. I took this picture in October, on my drive to work near Keeler Township, MI. Photo taken by Dan Selvidge (Vereinigte Staaten) - Artistic/Creative

This picture captures the very essence of my dog Marty. He's named after the Buffalo Sabres goal tender, Martin Biron. Photo taken by Jeff Gerew (Vereinigte Staaten) - Animals/Pets

The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, CA is remarkable! There are so many beautiful views from all angles. This picture was taken at sunset. I could just spend days there. Photo taken by Stephen O'Connell (Vereinigte Staaten) - Travel/Vacation