Neat shot. I actually like this one better than the one you entered. I think the highlights are a little over done but it adds such a great effect to this image. Nice work.
Really like this shot. I think you made the right choice with your entry but this is in no way a throw away shot, a good problem to have really, a choice of two great shots. any way i love how high key the shot is and the vignetting aswel.
Oh, Catherine.....this is really good! This IS street photography!! It really can't be overdone, 'cause it is what it is.....that's kinda the point IMNSHO.
I like the shadow on the sidewalk. I do think your entry is the strongest of these, but I really like the guy with the bird, too. Nice to have such good choices!