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Old 09-28-2014, 10:59 PM   #16
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OMG Sharon, I have never seen such magnificent pictures of the castle show and Hallowishes. Disney should purchase them from you. So sorry things did not go as planned, but you certainly are a good sport about the situation. Looking forward to the rest of this report.
You're too sweet - It was fun taking the photos.

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Not the most spectacular of starts for your trip, but I love that you'd do it all over again! I was all prepared for some awesome photos of the Boo to You parade, but I'm sure since it's on the bucket list, we'll get some in the future. I have made those not so great or helpful choices while at WDW, and hate that poor Luke usually has to deal with my mistakes. But then mistakes are just part of life.
It was definitely a rocky start. But I learned a few things. You are right - mistakes happen, and you just have to move on. I will get that darned Boo to You parade sometime, although probably not this year.

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WOW!! Thank you for braving the crowds and the rain to get those amazing photos! I hope you weren't too exhausted by it all. It's a good thing you didn't push yourself any further for the soiree or second parade. I love the castle projection show and Hallowishes, but I feel like I'm seeing them both better through your lens than in person.
Thanks, Laurie. No, I wasn't too exhausted, but it was good I didn't stay longer.

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Sharon, I LOVE those pictures! I don't think I could get such great shots if you froze time and gave me 5 minutes to set up for each shot! How in the world are you able to take such clear shots?!

Bummer that you weren't able to more thoroughly enjoy your first MNSSHP due to the weather...and that mass of humanity! I hope you're able to try another party if it's in your plans for next week! It really does seem a poor value when you can't enjoy most of what you paid for.

How was your stamina by the end of the night? I hope you were able to get some good rest!
Thanks. The secret to the projection shots is to use a very fast shutter speed to try and capture an individual scene, otherwise they run together. Fireworks is a lot of trial and error, and I use a special filter (a neutral density filter - it's like sunglasses for the camera, so the colors don't all wash out). I also use a tripod and shutter release. I'm still learning.

As for stamina? I'd say I am about 70%. Strong enough for a couple hours at a time, but no more. This should get better, as the Doctor said it will probably take 6 months to get rid of all the after effects. So, I was pretty happy with what I did see.

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Wow...Beautiful pictures. Thanks for sticking it out to get some great pics. Hope your trip has better weather!
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Beautiful pix of the castle projection show and the fireworks. Mine did not come out anything like that. I would like to learn how you set up to take your pix. Always so gorgeous even in the rain and crowds. Sorry I missed you on this trip. Perhaps on a later trip.
I made some comments above about the photos. I hope we can meet up, too.


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Fabulous pictures of the castle I love those.

Does Lou's Hog's Breath tee shirt come from Australia? We had dinner at Hog's Breath on the Gold coast and thought it ok.
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So glad to see you started your TR. Sorry the party was somewhat disappointing. Your pictures are gorgeous! I've never been to Disney in the fall, so thanks for sharing. Can't wait to read more.
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Following along with your TR.....love all of your pictures!!

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What amazing firework photos! It sounds like you made the best of things at the party.
Missing the parade is a disappointment, so definitely will go back sometime.

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Fabulous pictures of the castle I love those.

Does Lou's Hog's Breath tee shirt come from Australia? We had dinner at Hog's Breath on the Gold coast and thought it ok.
Lou's shirt is from Key West, Fl. I don't think the ones in Australia are connected (and there may be a bit of a legal story there as well), but they are very similar. We visited one in Port Douglas, also.

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Thanks for stopping by. More photos of the Fall Decorations at Magic Kingdom coming up later today.


9am on Monday - rain is forecast (surprise), but it still looks safe to venture out.
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Great pictures so far Sharon! Sorry about the rain and the crowds! I would have bailed as well! Can't wait for more!
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Sorry your first MNSSHP wasn't so great. Glad you're open to giving it another shot in the future.
The pictures of Hallowishes are spectacular!
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Interestingly written TR with simply wonderful photos!

I sure can empathize with the disappointment when shows must be cancelled. The Tomorrowland one we REALLY wanted to see at MVMCP last year was canceled twice due to the inability of half a dozen BIG fans to dry the stage enough for performer safety.

We gave up dealing with the drippies and watched Party Wishes from our MK-view balcony, comfortably seated. That almost made up for the incredible crowds and rain hassles. Not quite, so we're doing the party again this year hoping to get great weather this time.
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Great pics of Hallowishes!!
Sorry about the rain and crowds. My first experience of MNSSHP also had a huge crowd, but we found a spot early for Boo To You Parade and that made the evening despite the crowds!! Love the fact you would it all again!!
BTW...Fantastic view of MK from your room!!
Can't wait for more....
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You had a better attitude about the rain and the crowds (plus the expense of paying for the party and the soiree and not getting everything out of them) than I would have. The colors are so beautiful in your fireworks and castle projection pictures!
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What gorgeous pictures! I was quite lucky yesterday at the MK. I arrived about 2:40. And watched the parade, then rode 7DMT with my fp. It was a great ride. After that I roamed around. While I was in Pecos Bills eating , the rain came---and went! Got to ride Pirates and HM (around 6:30) so not lit yet. At 7 I staked out my spot for the first parade and had a long wait, but a great show. I opted to wander and pass on the castle projections and saw the fireworks from Tomorrowland so not the best view. The 2nd parade was canceled for rain,mso my plans were good.
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Great pictures so far Sharon! Sorry about the rain and the crowds! I would have bailed as well! Can't wait for more!
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Thank you, Mayra. Just gives me a reason to go back for another Halloween season!

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I sure can empathize with the disappointment when shows must be cancelled. The Tomorrowland one we REALLY wanted to see at MVMCP last year was canceled twice due to the inability of half a dozen BIG fans to dry the stage enough for performer safety.

We gave up dealing with the drippies and watched Party Wishes from our MK-view balcony, comfortably seated. That almost made up for the incredible crowds and rain hassles. Not quite, so we're doing the party again this year hoping to get great weather this time.
Thanks for stopping by - I understand the safety concerns. I think Christmas season is my favorite so far. I hope you have a great trip!

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Sorry about the rain and crowds. My first experience of MNSSHP also had a huge crowd, but we found a spot early for Boo To You Parade and that made the evening despite the crowds!! Love the fact you would it all again!!
BTW...Fantastic view of MK from your room!!
Can't wait for more....
Thanks! Yep, I'd do it again. It beats staying home

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You had a better attitude about the rain and the crowds (plus the expense of paying for the party and the soiree and not getting everything out of them) than I would have. The colors are so beautiful in your fireworks and castle projection pictures!
Thanks, Pam. I could cry a few tears over what didn't work out, but I knew it was a risk. At least I got something out of the Party.

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What gorgeous pictures! I was quite lucky yesterday at the MK. I arrived about 2:40. And watched the parade, then rode 7DMT with my fp. It was a great ride. After that I roamed around. While I was in Pecos Bills eating , the rain came---and went! Got to ride Pirates and HM (around 6:30) so not lit yet. At 7 I staked out my spot for the first parade and had a long wait, but a great show. I opted to wander and pass on the castle projections and saw the fireworks from Tomorrowland so not the best view. The 2nd parade was canceled for rain,mso my plans were good.
I'm glad you got onto 7DMT. I hope to give it a go later this week. Good thing you saw the first parade! Sounds like the Party worked for you even with a little
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Day 2 Part 1: The Magic Behind the Steam Trains

I thought I would get the Steam Train Tour posted today, but it seems we have a LOT of photos, so I still need to sort them. In the meantime, here are some of the early morning photos taken before we entered the park. Then, there are some from inside as we waited for the tour to start.


We were at the gate by 7:05am, because Lou didn't want to be late. We were supposed to be there at 7:15am. There were 12 signed up for the tour, and everyone made it on time!

















Someone was anxious to get started






We were allowed to take photos when we entered the park at 7:30am, as long as there were no maintenance vehicles in view.






Michael, our guide, took pics for us looking down an empty Main Street (note - next time, we should remember to not stand right in front of the flagpole)






Not sure what the Wedding Party was still doing here - they should have completed their photo shoot before people arrived at the park:






The decorations are fun, with lots of details






















By 7:40am, the early breakfast eaters were arriving, and we were heading off for our Steam Train Tour:




Up Next: We Really Will Report on the Steam Train Tour

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