Mike...first, nice sentiment. A graduate of my high school was killed this summer fighting a fire. I didn't know them or their family, but it does bring it closer to home and I definitely feel for the family.
Back to photography....my favorite by far is the shot of your daughter. Amazing shot. I also really like the others. You did do a lot of driving, but hopefully you saw, through the haze, some beautify country.
Brant