BE's Never Ending TR -- That kind of ... Ended? Or did it?

[Halloweenqueen]

Thanks to you and Sherry I have a new appreciation for "the details". I think it's because I'm always the planner and leader, I'm just too focused on what's next. I'm going to try and change that during our trip in 10 days!

I LOVED the BTMR pictures! It's my youngest favorite ride. She loved your pics!

I can't wait to see Aladdin! We have never seen it before. We love the Nemo musical back at WDW. This looks just as incredible!

 

[Sherry E]

Nope, you're not alone at all! Which is too funny. I'm not kidding when I say it was the very first time that has happened to me. I always kind of scoffed when you would mention it and think to myself what am I doing wrong? Because apparently it's all the rage these days to take photos when nobody else knows why you would be inclined to. I do have my days where I don't want to stop and notice all the details, but there's just something so calming about taking everything in at DLR, especially on a busy day when I might otherwise be feeling lousy. Or not. We're a special breed, we are.

It might not be a matter of what you're doing wrong in not getting questioned in the past - but what you're doing right! Perhaps you don't look suspicious or peculiar when you are taking photos. I might look particularly odd, as I am crawling around, behind and under people's elbows on Main Street and standing there taking photos of the conference room at the GCH through the door, and that's what prompted the questions. I probably look weird and you look normal. Or maybe I just happened to be there over a period of time when there were more curious, confused souls and I happened to cross paths with them.

In any case, I'm glad you finally got questioned!

Yes, I know what you mean - there are definitely days where you don't really feel like stopping to notice details. Having people with you most definitely contributes to that because chances are, you are more wrapped up in enjoying their company. Sometimes you might just not be in the mood to look so closely at everything. On my next trip - whenever that is - I might not be in the mood to snap photos of little details. This last trip I went nuts with it because I had been wanting to do that since 2008, and had barely scratched the surface back then - and then finally had the chance to make up for lost time on this last trip.

Next time, though, you never know - I may be more into doing rides or having friend time to where I'm not as focused on the little details.


Anyway, your photos are beautiful, as always, and I can't wait for the next installment!

Thanks to you and Sherry I have a new appreciation for "the details". I think it's because I'm always the planner and leader, I'm just too focused on what's next. I'm going to try and change that during our trip in 10 days!

I LOVED the BTMR pictures! It's my youngest favorite ride. She loved your pics!

I can't wait to see Aladdin! We have never seen it before. We love the Nemo musical back at WDW. This looks just as incredible!

Woo hoo! Jazz, we converted another one!

Halloweenqueen - I think you're not alone. There are lots of people with families or groups at DLR and there just isn't time to notice a lot of small stuff when there are other people to manage! It's easier to notice a lot when you're by yourself.

Aladdin is great!

 

[kaoden39]

I have never seen Aladdin.

 

[DisneyStitch626]

Wow Jazz, the pictures of the Aladdin show are amazing! You should post some on the Disneyland Photo of the Day thread. They are always posting Aladdin shots, but yours are quite a bit better, IMO.

And I love the ones in the queuing areas. I love all the detail that goes into everything, and it's awesome to get photos of it all. Love all the shots!

And of course the picture of Stitch!

I found we spent a lot more time in DCA than we originally thought we would. We had a really good time in there. I love the art shop in the Hollywood Studios area. I so wanted to get a sketch of Stitch done, but the artist was booked for most of our trip.

 

[tdashgirl]

I have never seen Aladdin.

 

[kaoden39]

I know shocking!!

 

[Sherry E]

I was asking over in the Christmas thread if anyone had additional ideas of other threads I should link to in the main Info post #3 (other than what I put there already). No one has replied yet, but I think I am going to steal your idea from your December Check-In thread and have a section for holiday-related Trip Reports. I think it would be helpful to have a few key holiday-centric TR's linked in that planning thread so newcomers can reference them for info.

So I just wanted to tell you that 'cause I'm going to add a link to the Jazz's Rockin' New Year TR!

 

[Belle Ella]

Don't have time to reply to everything I've missed today but I will eventually!

I was asking over in the Christmas thread if anyone had additional ideas of other threads I should link to in the main Info post #3 (other than what I put there already). No one has replied yet, but I think I am going to steal your idea from your December Check-In thread and have a section for holiday-related Trip Reports. I think it would be helpful to have a few key holiday-centric TR's linked in that planning thread so newcomers can reference them for info.

So I just wanted to tell you that 'cause I'm going to add a link to the Jazz's Rockin' New Year TR!

I think it's a great idea Sherry. It's a great way to include even more information if anyone is interested to check it out. And mine is 2 for one. I've got my Very Merry Holiday and my Rockin' New Year! And you'd better not leave out yours, lol.

 

[coaches24]

Nope, you're not alone at all! Which is too funny. I'm not kidding when I say it was the very first time that has happened to me. I always kind of scoffed when you would mention it and think to myself what am I doing wrong? Because apparently it's all the rage these days to take photos when nobody else knows why you would be inclined to. I do have my days where I don't want to stop and notice all the details, but there's just something so calming about taking everything in at DLR, especially on a busy day when I might otherwise be feeling lousy. Or not. We're a special breed, we are.

While I'm not the detail oriented person with my camera I do like your pictures. I also enjoy finding a nice spot to sit down and soak in the sights but haven't gotten into taking pictures while doing that. My pictures are more of the events and of family.
On Sat I saw a family walking through the doorway of Snow Whites castle. The dad stopped and got down on his knees with his camera and was taking a picture of something on the ground. Not sure what he saw but it made me think of your TR and the pictures you take and I couldn't help but wonder if that was another member who would be posting that pic on here in the future.

 

[BillyFan]

I finally caught up on your TR, and I'm loving your pictures! (as always!!!!!)

And didn't you love "The Spectacular"? I saw it for the first time this year, and I thought it was great! Speaking of which, we have been known to show up at the end of a show to stake out a spot for the next show as people leave. I've really found it to be the only way to get up front, and you know I want a good view of my boyfriend!

 

[kaoden39]

I finally caught up on your TR, and I'm loving your pictures! (as always!!!!!)

And didn't you love "The Spectacular"? I saw it for the first time this year, and I thought it was great! Speaking of which, we have been known to show up at the end of a show to stake out a spot for the next show as people leave. I've really found it to be the only way to get up front, and you know I want a good view of my boyfriend!

You are brilliant. I so may steal that. It is a nice place to sit and rest too. Brilliant I tell you.

 

[BillyFan]

You are brilliant. I so may steal that. It is a nice place to sit and rest too. Brilliant I tell you.

Why, thank you very much!
And since you're being so nice, I'll give you another tip. We always bring a deck of cards with us. The 'Shoe is a great place to relax, have a drink and/or snack, and play some cards while you wait for the most excellent Billys to come on stage!

 

[kaoden39]

Why, thank you very much!
And since you're being so nice, I'll give you another tip. We always bring a deck of cards with us. The 'Shoe is a great place to relax, have a drink and/or snack, and play some cards while you wait for the most excellent Billys to come on stage!

Oh I am so gonna do that. I have never thought to do that. I cannot think of the times I have been at Disneyland and wanted to get into see the Billy's and have to stand in the back if I was going to get to see them. Next time I have a seat!!

 

[Belle Ella]

Thanks to you and Sherry I have a new appreciation for "the details". I think it's because I'm always the planner and leader, I'm just too focused on what's next. I'm going to try and change that during our trip in 10 days!

I LOVED the BTMR pictures! It's my youngest favorite ride. She loved your pics!

I can't wait to see Aladdin! We have never seen it before. We love the Nemo musical back at WDW. This looks just as incredible!

I really think all the solo trips have only added to my apppreciation of the details. It is not so easy when you have others with you, especially when you are the ringleader and have to keep everyone in check and things running smoothly!

Woo hoo! Jazz, we converted another one!

We got mad conversion skills, Sherry!

I have never seen Aladdin.

Oh man, Michele!! You must see this when you and your friend go in February.

Wow Jazz, the pictures of the Aladdin show are amazing! You should post some on the Disneyland Photo of the Day thread. They are always posting Aladdin shots, but yours are quite a bit better, IMO.

And I love the ones in the queuing areas. I love all the detail that goes into everything, and it's awesome to get photos of it all. Love all the shots!

And of course the picture of Stitch!

I found we spent a lot more time in DCA than we originally thought we would. We had a really good time in there. I love the art shop in the Hollywood Studios area. I so wanted to get a sketch of Stitch done, but the artist was booked for most of our trip.

Off the Page, ist hat the shop you are talking about? I adore that place. But again, I don't go there at the moment because I abhor what ElecTRONica has done. I'm almost boycotting, lol. Too bad it wont get anything done.

I have decided I really love taking photos while in the queues. There's so much to see and I always find at least one new photo to take.

While I'm not the detail oriented person with my camera I do like your pictures. I also enjoy finding a nice spot to sit down and soak in the sights but haven't gotten into taking pictures while doing that. My pictures are more of the events and of family.
On Sat I saw a family walking through the doorway of Snow Whites castle. The dad stopped and got down on his knees with his camera and was taking a picture of something on the ground. Not sure what he saw but it made me think of your TR and the pictures you take and I couldn't help but wonder if that was another member who would be posting that pic on here in the future.

Thank you! It can be pretty nice to just sit there and let everything sink in. I also really love to people watch while at Disneyland. I am curious what he was taking a photo of at Snow White! What have I missed?! But sometimes you gotta get down on the ground for a good photo. I literally laid down on the ground for a photo once and everyone kept staring at me. But it made for a wicked photo.

I finally caught up on your TR, and I'm loving your pictures! (as always!!!!!)

And didn't you love "The Spectacular"? I saw it for the first time this year, and I thought it was great! Speaking of which, we have been known to show up at the end of a show to stake out a spot for the next show as people leave. I've really found it to be the only way to get up front, and you know I want a good view of my boyfriend!

Yay!! Glad you enjoyed. And you know the Billy photos were for you, right? They certainly did not disappoint (as if that were possible) and I'm totally filing that tip in the old noggin for next time!! Maybe Jason will want to on Monday, for his birthday.

 

[kaoden39]

I am hoping to, but we are not planning remember?






I am not sure she knows what she has gotten herself into.

 

[Belle Ella]

Loose ideas of doing it then You don't have to plan an actual time. Just say you're gonna do it!! I wont be happy until you've seen it.

 

[DisneyStitch626]

I saw you posted a photo in the Picture of the Day thread. That's awesome!

 

[kaoden39]

Loose ideas of doing it then You don't have to plan an actual time. Just say you're gonna do it!! I wont be happy until you've seen it.

Yeah, that's what we'll call them. I am not gonna plan that part though, we are going to play it by ear.

I saw you posted a photo in the Picture of the Day thread. That's awesome!

Ooh I need to go look.

 

[Belle Ella]

I saw you posted a photo in the Picture of the Day thread. That's awesome!

I figured I would take the advice of a friend.

 

[kaoden39]

I figured I would take the advice of a friend.

Great choice too.