This week's challenge was back light.  This is our cat, Rex, who likes to sit in the open window. 

 Didn't get last week's photo posted.  The challenge was initially inspired.  Using my initials, VL.  This is a very light feather. 

 Crazy Eights.  If two sides are covered with trees, does it still count as eight?

 Beautiful Bokeh was the challenge.  It's focusing sharply in the foreground and blurring the background.  Really pops the item in the foreground.