High Alert

Editor's Note: What a spunky little pup to be on patrol! I love how you framed her in a vertical composition to emphasize her little legs and big personality while using the frames in the door to show us the visitors. The light is lovely on her and this moment says it all about how much our dogs love us. Kristen McNicholas, Associate Photo Editor, National Geographic Your Shot

Algebra

Editor's Note: This beautiful black-and-white photograph, captured with soft light – turns a moment of the dreaded homework hour into an expressive portrait. Yes, indeed, it looks like she would rather be doing anything else but algebra at 3:00PM. Diane Cook & Len Jenshel, National Geographic Photographers

Two Tone Iris

Editor's Note: This is so beautiful Deborah. The colors, the textures, the lines and shapes created in this flower is so lovely. What a wonderful way to start your mornings – I love that you are photographing these flowers again and again. Keep it up. David Lee, Producer, Nat Geo Your Shot

Pop of Purple

Editor's Note: Deborah, I've seen your floral portraits popping up and they make me smile everytime. The rich color and soft light come together to make a quiet portrait. Your caption also made me laugh too, "show offs"! Well done, keep up this series, I love seeing them! Kristen McNicholas, Associate Photo Editor, Nat Geo Your Shot

Purple and Gold

You'll Get Worms Eating That!

Selfie Summer

Editor's Note: Yes, we live in the age of the "selfie." And capturing the joy from our own point of view is a great way of documenting our family adventures. Great instinct here to capture the "selfie moment" and remind us that all we need is a sunset, big smiles and a smartphone. Andy Mann, Adventure Photographer and Filmmaker

The Heart of the Matter

Bug Off!

Editor's Note: I was so hoping the bugs were real! But what a great character he has and you really captured it. But I still wish the bugs were real! Maggie Steber, National Geographic Photographer

Grapes and Du Maupassant

My Fine Feathered Friend

Happy Mardi Gras!

I Am Curious Yellow

Democracy in Action

Beach Crazy

Editor's Note: I just love the way this photo makes me feel. Power, Goofy, Confusion, Joy - all the feelings of a family adventure. If we aren't having fun, then what is the point of it all? The copper-toned treatment of the image gives it a timeless feel. You girls rock! Thanks for the reminder. :-) Andy Mann, Adventure Photographer and Filmmaker

The Ritual of the Morning Shave