[mel]

My first submission was accepted in about a week. My 2nd-4th ones were rejected in a couple days. I now have a handful that have been in review status for about a week and a half but it feels like 9 years. I also have a few others that have been in for various shorter times. I did try to submit things that covered a wide variety of subjects, as well as things that I haven't posted here on the forum (not all fall under that category but a fair number). I think it's great to have friends helping you along but for me, I'd rather my images be accepted or rejected on their own merits. That helps me to learn and become a better shooter.