I like the processing on this -- the softness is interesting. Seems a tad dark -- I can't tell if it adds to the moodiness, or just seems dark. But it's still very nicely done! Congrats on the top 10!
Unless you are in the southern hemisphere, you've GOT to be freezing right now. This has very good light, texture and subject but I feel that the center was not the place to go, facing away and to an angle that cut across the might have created an atmosphere of departure. You facing the camera gives the impression of a return from adventures already had, and the straight angle removes any possibility of motion.