From Kick'n It at Kidani to Play'n It at Pop adults only p62/63 last thoughts&request

[MEK]

I love that one of the pictures your posted was of a light fixture.

I think I need to do a photo tour of AK. Slow down and enjoy everything.

That is one of my favorite light fixture pictures! I tell you lady, you have got me fixated on those things!

 

[manntra]

I love your quote "to see a million details and only have time to photograph a thousand of them.....to use your imagination....
I think that pretty much sums up AK...there always seems to be new things to discover and stumble upon.


Tracy

 

[wigdoutdismom]

Mary Ellen, time to come and play on the new thread!

 

[MEK]

I love your quote "to see a million details and only have time to photograph a thousand of them.....to use your imagination....
I think that pretty much sums up AK...there always seems to be new things to discover and stumble upon.


Tracy

Tracy -

I have spent all afternoon shopping for my new camera! uggghhhhh! The Canon Rebel bundle is truely gone from Costco. I could kick myself for not getting it before it sold out for christmas. Now I can't find anything that compares price-wise and component-wise. I think I am going to send denny back to Bset buy to get it. they have a special where the second lens cost another $50, but its on back order. I may go with that an order the camera bag off ebay ($14.99) vs BB ($62.00). Same bag! Doh!

Either that or I am going to get the Nikon D3000. I am having a hard time with this decision.

Mary Ellen, time to come and play on the new thread!

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS! Be right there!

 

[MEK]

So let's recap:

#5 Celebrating Our Anniversary at the World
#4 Exploring the Queue of the ToT
#3Photographing the Animal Kingdom


and #2.................Riding in the Front Seat of EE!

I know I am heavy on the Animal Kingdom this trip, but I just can't quite describe the thrill of walking onto EE and waiting all of 2 minutes for the front row. I have always liked the front row on roller coasters. It changes the rider's entire perspective. For most roller coasters it cranks up the thrill factor several big notches. EE is no exception. Not only did we get the best pictures ever, we got that intense adrenaline rush that comes with flying straight down the longest drop. One word......WOW!

So because I loved the front row soooooo much, I thought it was only fitting that I post some pictures of that memorable ride!

I said this before, these are my favorite series of photos from this trip. And I owe it all to Denny! I don't know if I'll be lucky enough to get the front row in May, but I certainly plan to ride EE in the dark. I bet dark and front row is an awesome combination!

Up Next.....My #1 Trip highlight!

 

[kschafer]

I don't know if I'll be lucky enough to get the front row in May, but I certainly plan to ride EE in the dark. I bet dark and front row is an awesome combination!

Me too!!!!!

 

[wigdoutdismom]

Thanks to you and your pictures I really took more time gazing at the tree of life! I just never took the time until you pointed it out!
We lucked out with front row seats on EE, didn't even have to request it but we would have.....
I think riding front row in the dark would be awesome!
Also a giant fan of TOT. Would love to be there for the group ride.
We'll miss you by a few short weeks.

 

[eandesmom]

In general Mary Ellen, you have some AMAZING shots this trip. TOT queue, AK and Denny's EE shots. No wonder you made a calendar! I just love that shot of the tracks.

What a treat to be able to stop and LOOK for light and shadow.

You have a great top 4...I can't wait to see what #1 is!!!!!!!!

 

[dawnbu40]

I am impressed by your bravery! Not only am I too chicken to ride EE again (yes I rode it once but never saw anything because I kept my eyes closed ) I could NEVER sit in the front seat! To top it off you guys got those incredible pics! Very cool!

Looking forward to #1

 

[mickeysmyboy]

Since I was behind I'm going to comment on a few posts!!!

I can't believe how grown up your boys look now!!! I love the first picture and the tough guy looks they have on their faces!!!

Your pictures of Ellicott City are beautiful! I'm 95% sure that's where our DVC guide is originally from!

I love your snow pictures!!! The kitties are too cute and I love the name Kismet!!! I tried to take pictures of our dog, Pluto, in the snow but he was too busy being a puppy and hopping around the yard to get a picture that wasn't a complete blur!

I love your top 5!!!!

Disney really knows how to make you feel special and give you a little extra magic! DH and I certainly felt that way on our aniversary trip!

I totally understand what you mean about TOT! That is a big moment!!! I'm not sure I could ever even get that far! It's really great to overcome some of the fear and actually enoy yourself enough to enjoy the ride!

Your Animal Kingdom pics are beautiful!! I love them all!!! You did a fabulous job! I'd love to take a photography trip to WDW! Just to take all the different sight, all the little details etc! Ahhh!!! That would be lovely!!

Riding in the front of EE must have been so cool and those pictures are too cool!! I love them!!

I can't wait for you #1!!!!

 

[Charleston Princess]

You were so brave, Mary Ellen, and Denny did get some great pictures!

 

[manntra]

Love your #2!! One of my favorites! Can't wait to ride it in the dark

I am so confused about what to do with the camera situation. I really want a SLR but I really need a laptop I use my iPhone at home a lot in place of my laptop and it is getting old...I am on the borderline for bifocals and it's not helping!!! So I don't know what to do.....I have 3 regular digital cameras, one with a touchscreen and one that is waterproof so it's not like I won't be able to take pictures. Grrrrrrr I hate making decisions like this.
I know some people who are very happy with the Nikon too and I think it is much more affordable.
Isn't it crazy with some of the stuff on eBay? You can really find some good deals but then some people will have the same item listed for more than what you would pay in the store. Who would actually fall for that? I'm sure enough do.

Tracy

 

[Lady Lallie]

I am going to ride Expedition Everest for sure in TWO SHORT WEEKS!

I'm a little scared but I think I can handle it.


Those pictures Denny captured are just amazing.

 

[MEK]

Me too!!!!!

Are we meeting for a night time ride on EE???? I hope so and I hope that Tracy will join us, too! I think Ellen and the Dismoms will be home by then.

Thanks to you and your pictures I really took more time gazing at the tree of life! I just never took the time until you pointed it out!

Reading someone else's TR and seeing there pictures is exactly how I got interested in spending sometime viewing the animals in the TOL. In fact, I brought my computer to work today just to show a few interested people those pics. They seemed understandbly impressed!

We lucked out with front row seats on EE, didn't even have to request it but we would have.....

the front row is the bomb. So glad you got to ride up front, especially during Christmas week. That rocks!

I think riding front row in the dark would be awesome!

Can't wait!

Also a giant fan of TOT. Would love to be there for the group ride.
We'll miss you by a few short weeks.

How fun would that be? I would love to arrange a group ride!

In general Mary Ellen, you have some AMAZING shots this trip. TOT queue, AK and Denny's EE shots. No wonder you made a calendar! I just love that shot of the tracks.

What a treat to be able to stop and LOOK for light and shadow.

thanks - its been fun to see how my picture taking has progressed just because I have been looking for new ways to photograph things for the Dis. I just want to really learn how to take pics one of these days!

You have a great top 4...I can't wait to see what #1 is!!!!!!!!

My top #1 is pretty much a no brainer! When I post it you will say "doh"!

I am impressed by your bravery! Not only am I too chicken to ride EE again (yes I rode it once but never saw anything because I kept my eyes closed ) I could NEVER sit in the front seat! To top it off you guys got those incredible pics! Very cool!

Looking forward to #1

Denny is actually much braver than I am, cause he took the pictures. I would have been too freaked that the camera would fly out of my hands. Plus I don't think I'll try anything like that with my new camera. I will be a complete nervous wreck!!!!!!

OK - Denny is asking for his computer back (cause Nick is using mine right now - his is being fixed), so I will be back later tonight or early am with more replies and my #1 and my final thoughts!

 

[MEK]

Since I was behind I'm going to comment on a few posts!!!

I can't believe how grown up your boys look now!!! I love the first picture and the tough guy looks they have on their faces!!!

Tough guy look? or tortured teenagers? I was just happy to get a picture with all 6 boys together. Yeah - my boys continue to change right in front of my eyes. It's only been 6 months since you saw them in June.

Your pictures of Ellicott City are beautiful! I'm 95% sure that's where our DVC guide is originally from!

Thanks - that is a pretty little town. I have always wanted to go there, so I'm glad I got a chance to nose around.

I love your snow pictures!!! The kitties are too cute and I love the name Kismet!!! I tried to take pictures of our dog, Pluto, in the snow but he was too busy being a puppy and hopping around the yard to get a picture that wasn't a complete blur!

Oh yeah - I don't have to worry about those cats hopping around too much. They are complete sissys when it comes to wet and cold. What is so funny is they have no memory of what is outside. Every hour they will ask to go back outside as if the snow has magically disappeared!

Disney really knows how to make you feel special and give you a little extra magic! DH and I certainly felt that way on our aniversary trip!

You guys really did have a wonderful anniversary trip. I can't wait to do it again!

I totally understand what you mean about TOT! That is a big moment!!! I'm not sure I could ever even get that far! It's really great to overcome some of the fear and actually enoy yourself enough to enjoy the ride!

I can honestly say I really DID enjoy ToT this trip! I hope I keep the calm next trip!

Your Animal Kingdom pics are beautiful!! I love them all!!! You did a fabulous job! I'd love to take a photography trip to WDW! Just to take all the different sight, all the little details etc! Ahhh!!! That would be lovely!!

Riding in the front of EE must have been so cool and those pictures are too cool!! I love them!!

A photography trip to WDW - wouldn't that be great? They should do that - offer photography tours where you go around with a guide who points out interesting things and you get to shot them. hmmmmmmm! That's an idea.

Riding EE up front was great - I definately recommend it!

You were so brave, Mary Ellen, and Denny did get some great pictures!

The bravery award goes to Denny since he had to hold on to that camera!!!!!

He was gloating over his pictures the other night, when I showed them to him again!

Love your #2!! One of my favorites! Can't wait to ride it in the dark

I really do think we should plan a night time ride for May!????? I think Katie's in!

I am so confused about what to do with the camera situation. I really want a SLR but I really need a laptop I use my iPhone at home a lot in place of my laptop and it is getting old...I am on the borderline for bifocals and it's not helping!!! So I don't know what to do.....I have 3 regular digital cameras, one with a touchscreen and one that is waterproof so it's not like I won't be able to take pictures. Grrrrrrr I hate making decisions like this.
I know some people who are very happy with the Nikon too and I think it is much more affordable.

Well - if you need a new computer, then I think that definately takes priority. I did finally pick out my camera. I will post the details later today after I pick it up. I feel a little quilty for spending so much on the camera, but I really want it and I know its a quality investment!

Now - I just wish I had an iphone, but we are married to Verizon!

Isn't it crazy with some of the stuff on eBay? You can really find some good deals but then some people will have the same item listed for more than what you would pay in the store. Who would actually fall for that? I'm sure enough do.

When I was looking at the camera bundles on Ebay it was getting ridiculous. They would list every little thing that came with the camera and make it seem like an extra. It just got too confusing, so I gave up! I know you can get some deals on ebay, but you really need to do your research.

I am going to ride Expedition Everest for sure in TWO SHORT WEEKS!

I'm a little scared but I think I can handle it.


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Oh LL - I know you can handle it. It's going to be a tad scary, but when it is over this will be you ......! If you started to get scared the two tricks are - look at your feet or close your eyes - works every time!

Those pictures Denny captured are just amazing.

They definately are my favorite pictures of the whole trip!

 

[PracPerfPatricia]

Hey ME....

I hope you had and Merry Christmas and will have a Happy New Year...

I've been behind on my TRs and am catching up...

love your photos of Ellicot, MD...(is that closer to Wilmington or Baltimore...? and your Thanksgiving photos..

(I have to go back to read your wrap up...)

 

[manntra]

I just ordered my Mac last night. I was so torn but I think I did the right thing.
Well on the bright side I will be able to see all of your wonderful pictures on your TR after we get home!
You betcha I'm in for an EE ride at night. I have a Boma reservation a bit after 8 I think but that isn't a big deal because I am at Kidani and the park is so close.
Happy New Year! Can't wait to hear all about your new camera and which one you chose!

Tracy

 

[MEK]

Hey ME....

I hope you had and Merry Christmas and will have a Happy New Year...

Same to you Patricia!!!!!

I've been behind on my TRs and am catching up...

love your photos of Ellicot, MD...(is that closer to Wilmington or Baltimore...? and your Thanksgiving photos..

(I have to go back to read your wrap up...)

I keep getting behind on TR's, too. In fact, I am behind on your PTR and I hope I didn't miss any major new updates.

Gald you like the Elicott City pics. It's a bit south of Baltimore, pretty close to Columbia Md.

I just ordered my Mac last night. I was so torn but I think I did the right thing.
Well on the bright side I will be able to see all of your wonderful pictures on your TR after we get home!

I definately think you did the right thing ordering the Mac. I would LOVE to have a Mac. When this computer goes that's what I really want. They are supposed to be great for recording music. You gotta go with what's the priority.

IYou betcha I'm in for an EE ride at night. I have a Boma reservation a bit after 8 I think but that isn't a big deal because I am at Kidani and the park is so close.

Yeah! I was hoping you would be up for that. We actually have a 745 ADR at Yak n Yeti, so I plan to get off of EE at 740! I can't wait to ride at night. It is going to be a blast!

Happy New Year! Can't wait to hear all about your new camera and which one you chose!

Tracy

Happy NY's to you to!

I got the Canon Rebel Xsi! I really had my heart set on it every since I saw it at Costco. I had to do a lot of internet searching and make a bunch of calls, but I was able to get a decent price at Best Buy with the additional lens. The second lens is on back order, but I picked the camera up today. I got home so late we decided to wait until tomorrow to go to Longwood Gardens. I've taken a few pictures around the house and now I am watching some Youtube vides on how to use the manual settings. It's really nice and light and has a good feel, so I don't think it will be too cumbersome in the park. I'm also thinking of taking a photo class at a community college.

anyhoo - I will post some pics after I take some at Longwood tomorrow.

Have a Great NY's. Denny and I are just staying home. It's going to be a quiet night with a few glasses of wine and a movie. I actually have to sing at church tomorrow at 10am so I can't do anything too crazy!

 

[podsnel]

That's the one I have- love the xsi, I've been really happy with it. Congratulations!!! It's very exciting to have a "real" camera again, isn't it? There's a great book on the camera- it's one of those "For Dummies" books- that helps a LOT in trying to figure it all out. Have a great time at Longwood Gardens- I've always wanted to go there, I'm sure it will be beautiful with all the Christmas stuff!

Oh- and we rode EE front row in November- the whole ride, I thought of you!! It's CRAZY fun up front!! Tyler also did RR front row this trip- Timmy & I were right behind him (it was Tim's first RnR ride, so pretty brave in the first car!). Fun, fun stuff. Can't wait to see what #1 is.....

 

[manntra]

for the xsi! That is the one that I was going to get! I really did need the new laptop though...I will just live vicariously through your awesome pictures! That is such a great idea watching youtube for ideas!! You can find anything on the internet! Also check out the photography thread on the Dis....especially for fireworks settings tips This will work out great for me because when I finally get mine you will have yours all figured out!
Happy New Year !!!!
Tracy