Since my last post, I've moved from GIMP to photoshop CS3 which... wow, not an easy transition to make. In any event, here is one new photo submitted with the humble request for feedback.
Great expression captured there! I'm a contrast/brightness nut so if it were me I might try to brighten up her face a bit. I don't mind the crop at all since I routinely chop off the heads and chins of my young subjects. Keep it up!