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« on: December 20, 2010, 11:56:28 PM »

I didn't know where to post this image until I saw this particular topic!

A travel image in every sense of the word, it was taken of a hot air balloon in flight from the rear window of a speeding car that was hurtling back down the motorway from a Scottish Rock Garden Club Discussion Weekend - and the image has now crossed the pond to be transmitted around the globe! Phew!

As an aside - John Dower, the miniature garden specialist, was driving the car ... possibly within the motorway speed limit ... just!  Cheesy


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« Reply #1 on: December 21, 2010, 12:28:51 AM »

A dramatic scene, Cliff!
Do you always travel with your camera loaded at hand?
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« Reply #2 on: December 21, 2010, 03:07:47 AM »

A dramatic scene, Cliff!
Do you always travel with your camera loaded at hand?

Thanks sir ... another advantage of digital - instant availability!
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« Reply #3 on: December 21, 2010, 12:44:45 PM »

Landscapes can be so captivating, beyond the drama...
Unlike my truck, it was nice that John had a clean rear window!

from the rear window of a speeding car that was hurtling back down the motorway

I've experienced such speedy driving in many parts of Europe.  I have to say, however, that even though Americans drive slower in comparable situations (in general), we in the USA are far worse drivers as a whole. 

 
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I've experienced such speedy driving in many parts of Europe.  I have to say, however, that even though Americans drive slower in comparable situations (in general), we in the USA are far worse drivers as a whole. 

I don't agree with you, Rick! I have driven in Europe, USA (Florida) and Africa but the worst drivers I find  at home (in Norway)! I found it easier to drive even in Miami than  many places in Norway.
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