I engaged in a fun little exercise a few days ago, searching through all of the photos I took in 2008, looking for the 20 best photos of the year. I didn't have any set criteria, rather this was a "I know it when I see it" situation.

Here are my choices; I hope you enjoy them!

(Of course, you can view much larger versions in my 20 Best of 2008 set at flickr.)

Near Galveston, 1 January 2008.
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Roseate spoonbill, near Galveston.
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Seagulls, Galveston Ferry.
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Golden Gate Bridge, May 2008.
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Yosemite Valley as seen from Tunnel View.
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Northwest of Lone Pine, coming in via the backroads.
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Intense June storm clouds. Our front yard in Lindsborg, June 2008.
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Swedes love their coffee! Lindsborg's Midsummer's Festival, June 2008.
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Swensson Memorial Bandshell is the home of Lindsborg's Broadway RFD.
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Hot August dragonfly.
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The golden clouds remind me of a painting.
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Almost ready!
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Pollen covered bee.
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Stormy sunflowers, near Lindsborg.
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Frozen light at the Kansas State Fair.
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The moon visits Coronado Heights.
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Quincy, Illinois: Sunset over the Mississippi.
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Grace.
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Water lily closeup. Tower Grove Park, Saint Louis.
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Seasons Greetings!
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