I'm sure the selection process isn't t the easiest thing in the world, but I've been following LWITG regularly and I'm always impressed with the wonders I find here.  Again, congratulations to everyone chosen; quite a few of the works featured here have inspired my own photographic (and even literary) journeys and attempts at growth.  I'm glad that one of my images was chosen, especially since it's one of the images that is quite significant to me.  I'm also aware of a couple of "new" talents in the gallery, and though I know one of them personally (and have known this person for more than 10 years) I'm glad to see a familiar style here.    Great work on the selections and again, a hearty congratulations to everyone selected.