It was my first time to see the field of Cosmos. They are so beautiful. I took this picture at Jim Thompson Farm, Thailand. Pink Cosmos are a gift from Nature. Photo taken by Boonthong Klinsuwan (Tailandia) - Nature

Lighthouse on Cape Cod. Photo taken by Gina Cormier (Estados Unidos) - Artistic/Creative

Don't you remember days like this? Lying in the cool grass on a hot day, taking the time to look up at the clouds and shapes you see, searching for 4-leaf clovers... This is my son reenacting that same day I had when I was his age. Ahhh... summer. :) Photo taken by Teresa Lee (Estados Unidos) - People/Family/Friends

I took this in my back yard because it shows America's talent to create products that last. It relates to the theme because it's an everyday item that we always overlook. Photo taken by Tony Castillo (Estados Unidos) - Artistic/Creative

This was taken one afternoon at Fletcher's Cove, on the Potomac River in Washington, DC. The reflections and colors caught my eye. Photo taken by Bill Jonscher (Estados Unidos) - Artistic/Creative

This was such a fun photo to take because of all the creative elements in play. Photo taken by Jennifer Alder (Estados Unidos) - People/Family/Friends

Calm water in the Lyme Regis Harbour, England, is great for boat reflections. I captured this one of a visiting boat in late august :) Photo taken by Susie Peek-Swint (Reino Unido) - Artistic/Creative

This shot was taken at the Heart of NC Criterium in Asheboro, North Carolina. I used a slow shutter speed on these racers, to try to capture a feeling of their speed. Photo taken by Cliff Berinsky (Estados Unidos) - Holidays/Events

Picture taken at an event last year, and the evening festivities included a fireworks show. I snapped this with a American flag that just happened to be in front of the fireworks. I love it! Photo taken by Staci Youngwirth (Estados Unidos) - Holidays/Events

This is of my 4 year old grandson, who just loves tractors. It was taken at the Virginia State Fair. When I saw the big tractor wheel, I asked him if he would get inside the rim so I could take a picture. He crawled in, posed himself, and gave the greatest smile! It was adorable! Photo taken by Susan M. Rosin (Estados Unidos) - People/Family/Friends

This is a picture of my daughter taken at grandmas pool. It was a big year for her because she no longer required floaties! You can see the excitement on her face as she goes to do another cannonball! Photo taken by Dianna Frakes (Estados Unidos) - People/Family/Friends

This photo is very special because it has all the element that I like in a picture. Shot at Shakespeare Park in Montgomery, AL Photo taken by Bill Houghton (Estados Unidos) - Animals/Pets

Helsinki's Samba Carnival is an event celebrated once every year on Helsinki Day, June 12th. Many colorful events are held on this special day and the Samba carnival is one of the most spectacular of those colorful events. Photo taken by Anupama Paliwal (Finlandia) - People/Family/Friends

Shot at the Arlington county fair at night. This was a time exposure on a tripod. August, 2010. Photo taken by Bill Jonscher (Estados Unidos) - Holidays/Events

Editor's Note: Enjoy today's International Picture of the Day selection from the Netherlands! Photo taken by Johan Westra (Países Bajos) - Artistic/Creative

Taken in Frederick, MD last August. I used a wide-angle close-up. Photo taken by Bill Jonscher (Estados Unidos) - Artistic/Creative

I wanted to get creative with a pool shot and my lovely daughter was kind enough to model for me. Photo taken by Robyn Terrell (Estados Unidos) - People/Family/Friends

Taken at Lyn's Water Front, Denmark. Photo taken by Evy Johansen (Dinamarca) - Artistic/Creative

Editor's Note: Enjoy today's International Picture of the Day selection from Germany! Photo taken by Nicole Blajus (Alemania) - People/Family/Friends

Ahhh...it's nice just to hang out in the backyard and relax. Photo taken by Erin Girling (Estados Unidos) - Animals/Pets

Taken on our front porch. A flower is a treasure to a little girl. Photo taken by Grace Watts (Estados Unidos) - People/Family/Friends

Love the blue and yellow iris flowers and how they looked like they were dancing in the garden. Photo taken by Usman M. Bajwa (Pakistán) - Nature

In the northern climes, the ice breakup on the lakes is the sure sign of the arrival of spring and the renewal that comes with it. Photo taken by Ron English (Canadá) - Nature

On Veteran's Day I came across this mounted U.S. Park Police officer, quietly standing vigil in Arlington National Cemetery. Photo taken by Bill Jonscher (Estados Unidos) - Holidays/Events