Beliefnet member Mushcat, winner of our "Places that Make Me Happy" photo contest, shares her newest photographic inspirations: spectacular flowers. Here's one of her many great photos:

If you like what you see, check out mushcat's complete flower photo gallery here.
In honor of those who have served their country in the United States, Veterans Day is a time to offer both gratitude and respect. Take a look at famous quotes that describe valor, strength, and courage. Check out what has been going on in the Faith, Values, and Politics forums lately. Give your own thoughts on current (or past!) issues, or offer a tribute to a veteran you knew and loved.
Since today is Sunday, a day when many of our members head to church, we thought we'd feature this amusing photo from member tlm80209 , titled "Sunday Morning - Off to Church."

Is this what YOUR journey to church on Sundays looks like? Check out more Sunday photos and share your own here.
Beliefnet member meowpuff, an Interfaith Minister, shares this photo from a trip to Tanzania:

Check out more of her photos in this gallery.
Today's photo of Cathedral Rock in Sedona, Arizona comes from new member Timberline13, an avid hiker.

Check out more of Timberline13's gorgeous photos of Arizona scenery in this photo gallery.
Beliefnet member ironhold lives near Fort Hood and shares her account of yesterday's mass shooting there: "One shooting happened at the main PX, which is within walking distance of the college I attend.... "I'm fine, and one of the soldiers...
Autumn is slowly falling away, as the chill of winter is starting to set in and the trees are becoming bare. Look at the incredible photos that show off the colors of fall that one member was able to capture....
Thank you to Beliefnet member rabidwriter, who shared lots of inspiring photos of her adorable cats. Here's a staff favorite, of her cat Lenny. Check out the rest of rabidwriter's great cat photos here....
Tomorrow, on November 6, the powerful movie 'Precious' will open in select theaters. This moving story of a young girl struggling to overcome the barriers in her own life is sure to be an inspirational story for audiences everywhere. Who...
Beliefnet member and editor Hollyrossi shares this gorgeous photo of New England fall foliage: Check out more of her fall photos here. Want to submit a photo for Photo of the Day? Share your best spiritual photos on the Beliefnet...