Big Kahuna aka John 71 Posted May 27, 2014 Report Share Posted May 27, 2014 Welcome to the United Kingdom.... In the US, we would have bulldozed the street and had it recreated somewhere else where we charge $25.00 for the photo. She also got to Ireland ? that is so awesome... I have spent many days there. It's like my alternate to Disney. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted May 28, 2014 Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 TCD, that's a great picture. They should post it on http://www.abbeyroadcrossing.com/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted May 28, 2014 Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 Great picture.Ireland?She is living the dream. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted May 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 Welcome to the United Kingdom.... In the US, we would have bulldozed the street and had it recreated somewhere else where we charge $25.00 for the photo. She also got to Ireland ? that is so awesome... I have spent many days there. It's like my alternate to Disney. Yes, she had a free weekend, and she used it to visit Ireland. See details below. TCD, that's a great picture. They should post it on http://www.abbeyroadcrossing.com/ Thanks for the link. Did you see the webcam? It shows that this is a super-busy intersection. Twin #1's photo is actually very good compared to what most people end up with. She and her friends spent a couple of hours there. She said it was better people watching than Disney. Great picture.Ireland?She is living the dream. Yes, Ireland. The story: She knew going in that she had a free weekend in the middle of the London part of the trip. Another girl and her tried to get a group together to make a side trip to Ireland. Nobody else thought it was a good idea. Actually, it wasn't a good idea. But that never stops us. So she and the other girl went. Mrs. TCD and I didn't know they were actually going to go until the night before-they planned the whole thing on their own. All I know is that it involved a train ride, a ferry, and two nights in Ireland. From the video she sent, it also involved a lot of Guinness and sunglasses and Advil in the morning. And this: Twin #1 said it was totally worth it. And that she wants to go back. TCD Katman1356...Jason and AC in A2......Aaron 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted May 28, 2014 Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 OK, totally amazing picture. Love the side trip! I know I've said it before, but Twin #1 reminds me a lot of myself. I once coordinated a weekend trip for a few teachers to Veracruz Beach, Mexico (not a tourist place) when our group had a free weekend. It involved a public bus and some other interesting experiences. It was totally worth it. And Ireland is waaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better. And think how munch money she saved you by seeing another country while already in Europe! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted May 28, 2014 Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 So jealous!That is one of my top two bucket list trips.That is a great picture and props to her for making it happen! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lklasing 16 Posted May 28, 2014 Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 Wow - both those last two pics are awesome. The Ireland pic, though, is absolutely breathtaking. So great that she's having such an awesome trip! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted May 28, 2014 Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 Thanks for the link. Did you see the webcam? It shows that this is a super-busy intersection. Twin #1's photo is actually very good compared to what most people end up with. I saw that they had a webcam but didn't check it out this morning. Twin #1's photo is so much better than 99% of what I saw. That's why I said she should post it. Love the Ireland picture. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jmaul 65 Posted May 28, 2014 Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 Disney ought to buy the rights to that road crossing, tear it up and place it in Epcot so us folk can get a picture without jumping across the pond. Ireland side trip for the win. If your kids haven't done so already, they better thank you and Mrs TCD for all you're giving them.I pray my kids become mentally responsible enough and me financially responsible enough to do similar things. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted May 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 OK, totally amazing picture. Love the side trip! I know I've said it before, but Twin #1 reminds me a lot of myself. I once coordinated a weekend trip for a few teachers to Veracruz Beach, Mexico (not a tourist place) when our group had a free weekend. It involved a public bus and some other interesting experiences. It was totally worth it. And Ireland is waaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better. And think how munch money she saved you by seeing another country while already in Europe! Good for you. I didn't have much interest in traveling when I was younger. Now, I wish I had done it when I had less responsibilities. I have a feeling that Twin #1 is already planning her next trip. So jealous!That is one of my top two bucket list trips.That is a great picture and props to her for making it happen! I have heard nothing but good things about Ireland. Twin #1 was blown away. It was much more beautiful than she expected. And the people are great. Wow - both those last two pics are awesome. The Ireland pic, though, is absolutely breathtaking. So great that she's having such an awesome trip! I agree-that Ireland photo doesn't even look like it's a real place. I saw that they had a webcam but didn't check it out this morning. Twin #1's photo is so much better than 99% of what I saw. That's why I said she should post it. Love the Ireland picture. In case anyone wants to see what we're talking about, here's a link to the Abbey Road Studios webcam. They're 5 hours ahead of us over there, so it's getting to be night time now, but if you look during the day, you will see what kind of craziness goes on over there: http://www.abbeyroad.com/crossing Twin #1 and her friends did an outstanding job getting that photo. And, they had a blast doing it. TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jmaul 65 Posted May 28, 2014 Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 In case anyone wants to see what we're talking about, here's a link to the Abbey Road Studios webcam. They're 5 hours ahead of us over there, so it's getting to be night time now, but if you look during the day, you will see what kind of craziness goes on over there: http://www.abbeyroad.com/crossing Twin #1 and her friends did an outstanding job getting that photo. And, they had a blast doing it. TCD WOW, that is crazy. I'm surprised there's no accidents with those fools Brits driving on the wrong side of the road... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted May 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 WOW, that is crazy. I'm surprised there's no accidents with those fools Brits driving on the wrong side of the road... I told Twin #1 that if I had been there, that photo would not have happened. She reassured me by telling me that no one has ever been killed there (I am sure there must be a cover-up). Seriously, I am surprised that the bobbies (or whatever their cops are called) don't chase these kids off. TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Big Kahuna aka John 71 Posted May 28, 2014 Report Share Posted May 28, 2014 Beatiful photo of Twin # 1 at the Cliffs of Moher with O'Brien's Tower in the background. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted May 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 Beatiful photo of Twin # 1 at the Cliffs of Moher with O'Brien's Tower in the background. Very good! That is exactly where she is in that photo. You know your Ireland landmarks. TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted May 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 I'm a bit behind on Twin #1's photos. This one came in last week- apparently she's on a Ferris wheel (maybe at a carnival?). I think I see that clock from Peter Pan there over her arm? Did those brits copy this from Disney World or something? TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Judy in Texas 150 Posted May 29, 2014 Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 I'm a bit behind on Twin #1's photos. This one came in last week- apparently she's on a Ferris wheel (maybe at a carnival?). I think I see that clock from Peter Pan there over her arm? Did those brits copy this from Disney World or something? TCD I've been there! That's "The Eye". It's a very big permanent ferris wheel on The Thames River opposite Parliament. The first time I rode it was "Lord Mayor's Day" and we made reservations specifically to ride it during the fireworks. It was fantastic! Right behind Parliament is Westminster Abbey. A few blocks further is Buckingham Palace. Down river to the right is The Tower of London. Behind it is St Paul's Cathedral. You can see all of the major London sites from up there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted May 29, 2014 Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 Her photographers know about "the rule of thirds." I'm impressed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted May 29, 2014 Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 Look kids....Big Ben...Parliament......, DaveInTN 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted May 29, 2014 Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 http://youtu.be/iAgX6qlJEMc Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Katman1356...Jason 1,140 Posted May 29, 2014 Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 Glad I wasn't the only one thinking that Aaron. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted May 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 I've been there! That's "The Eye". It's a very big permanent ferris wheel on The Thames River opposite Parliament. The first time I rode it was "Lord Mayor's Day" and we made reservations specifically to ride it during the fireworks. It was fantastic! Right behind Parliament is Westminster Abbey. A few blocks further is Buckingham Palace. Down river to the right is The Tower of London. Behind it is St Paul's Cathedral. You can see all of the major London sites from up there. Yes, that's exactly where she was- The Eye. I was only joking about the carnival. I saw The Eye plenty when we watched the Olympics on TV. That must have been cool to be up there for fireworks! Her photographers know about "the rule of thirds." I'm impressed. I'm sure that Twin #1 set up all of the photos that we've looked at. She was the photo editor for her high school yearbook last year, and has won many awards. She's in the UF School of Journalism, and one of the classes she's taking over in Europe is related to photography. We have always thought that she will end up in a career where she can put her creative abilities to use. Look kids....Big Ben...Parliament......, http://youtu.be/iAgX6qlJEMc You are the best! I'm going to need to get that movie and watch it with Twin #1 when she gets back. TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted May 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 OK- here's another photo from last week. I believe this may have been a day that it was in the 90's here. Twin #1 reported that it was raining and 40 degrees when she saw this pile of rocks in a field. I am not sure what this is all about, but it's obviously the work of ancient aliens: TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Big Kahuna aka John 71 Posted May 29, 2014 Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 OK- here's another photo from last week. I believe this may have been a day that it was in the 90's here. Twin #1 reported that it was raining and 40 degrees when she saw this pile of rocks in a field. I am not sure what this is all about, but it's obviously the work of ancient aliens: TCDI know this one too... This is the preliminary work for the official Fort Fiends Mini Collosseum and play ground, at our top secret camprground that we're building for grand gatherings..... Oops.... Maybe it is not so secret now ? Katman1356...Jason 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted May 29, 2014 Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 I know this one too... This is the preliminary work for the official Fort Fiends Mini Collosseum and play ground, at our top secret camprground that we're building for grand gatherings..... Oops.... Maybe it is not so secret now ? :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted May 29, 2014 Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 Stonehenge 2.Nice. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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