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San Diego Big Bay Boom over the 4th of July, "Fire and Rain"

By William Johnson

Industry Observer with Retired

July 13, 2013 05:52 AM

Fire and Rain

This past 4th of July I attended our Big Bay Boom on the San Diego Bay and I was not disappointed as I was last year when all the fireworks went off in a flash explosion that lasted about 10 seconds.

This year the cloud cover disappeared along with much of the usual smoke that lingers to long when there is an excess of moisture in the air.

The fireworks vendor did not charge the city this year and added a couple more minutes to the usuall 18 minute show. I got to my preferred location at the Hilton on the Bay about 5 hours ahead of time as parking is always an issue and they charged $15 this year for parking. I guess it was worth not having to walk a mile dragging my photo gear. Had a great dinner at the Sports Grill and then the wait.

I think it was worth it. I got a few amazing shots that I am still trying to decide how I want to display some of them for next year when I post about the event.

In the meantime....

4th of July Big Bay Boom

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Yolanda Cordova-Gilbert

Richmond, TX

William,

I agree with you it was worth it! Those shots are amazing thanks for sharing and it sounds like you had a great 4th of July, what kind of speed and camera did you use for those shots?

Jul 13, 2013 06:14 AM

Christine O'Shea

Christine E O'Shea Broker - Naples, FL

Beautiful pics of the fireworks! Thanks for sharing and must use for next year!

Jul 13, 2013 11:21 AM

Myrl Jeffcoat

Sacramento, CA

Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

It looks like the ActiveRain Image Store is running amuk this evening. I'll need to check back, so I'm certain to not miss your images. I'm glad the fireworks display went better this year than last!

Jul 13, 2013 11:38 AM

Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties

Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN

The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

William, Yes I can say it was worht the $15. You had a wonderful angle and took some awesome photos.

Jul 13, 2013 12:02 PM

I just had to come back a little later, to see if your images would show up, and of course they have. Wonderful stuff, William. I am not the best with moon shots or moving objects, like fireworks, but you are!

Jul 13, 2013 12:04 PM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

I love your fireworks and that was a very well spent 15 bucks to share this beauty with us. Don't forget to take a deduction as a blogging business expense.

Jul 13, 2013 01:49 PM

Endre Barath, Jr.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA

Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

William beats last year:) I am so glad disaster did not strike twice! Clearly it was a success based on these pictures!

Jul 13, 2013 02:33 PM

Ron and Alexandra Seigel

Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA

Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Ron just walked in to the office as I was oggling these phinomenal shots...You are an amazing photographer, and thank you for sharing these with us. A

Jul 13, 2013 03:03 PM

William J. Archambault, Jr.

The Real Estate Investment Institute - Houston, TX

In descending order:

Good.

Great.

Greater.

Extraordinary!

Bill

Jul 13, 2013 03:51 PM

Lloyd Binen

Certified Realty Services - Saratoga, CA

Silicon Valley Realtor since 1976; 408-373-4411

Spectacular photography, William. Maybe better than being there and fighting the crowds? I do remember last year's big boom in SD, and this year Simi Valley had firework problems that injured spectators. I was in Pismo Beach where the cloud cover ruined the fireworks show. Oh well. Thanks for the pictures.

Jul 14, 2013 01:46 PM

I got your comment, checked and the photo is there. Someone else has mentioned difficulty in seeing the photos. I know that AR was down on Friday evening...wondering if that is affecting it. LOL Have a great week. PS, the members' photos were down and they loaded, maybe the same goes for the pix. A

Jul 14, 2013 02:54 PM

Barbara-Jo Roberts Berberi, MA, PSA, TRC - Greater Clearwater Florida Residential Real Estate Professional

Charles Rutenberg Realty - Clearwater, FL

Palm Harbor, Dunedin, Clearwater, Safety Harbor

Wonderful photos, as always, William. I did not go out for the fireworks but did see some from the balcony.

By the way, those are Florida river otters. Just wanted to let you know.

Jul 14, 2013 09:28 PM

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good shots. Thanks for sharing your photographs.

Have an outstanding week with your camera in hand.

Jul 14, 2013 11:13 PM

Silvia Dukes PA, Broker Associate, CRS, CIPS, SRES

Tropic Shores Realty - Ich spreche Deutsch! - Spring Hill, FL

Florida Waterfront and Country Club Living

William, just stunning! I can't decide what I admire more, the fireworks or your expert ability to capture them in a photo! Will we really have to wait a year to see more of them? :-)

Jul 15, 2013 11:37 AM

Sharon Lee

Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN

Retired and loving life

William-Finally I can see your awesome photos. They were worth the wait.

Jul 15, 2013 08:29 PM

Toni Weidman

Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL

20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

William - I missed this fantastic post. Your photos are amazing and very pretty.

Jul 18, 2013 10:11 PM

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