I know that you think that you ruined your back ground but in a way it added depth to the lady it's self, it make her stand out and show her beauty. I can see the detail time and effort that has gone into this and thats why you made it in to my top 3 of this weeks contest. I was so happy that it was submitted and I do hope that you enter another one of my contest. :D
You would also do well in @deemarshall contest to as they are everyday, there is prizes to be one in sbd.
keep up the good work :D