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Thankful Thursday...

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Home Inspector with Complete Home Inspections, Inc. TN Lic#050

Thankful Thursday...
'Tis the calm before the storm. Having survived the swirling, ebbing and flowing tides in the mass sea of humanity at Universal, it is off to see Flipper and Friends as I trek onward to Sea World. 

Yesterday, I said good bye to the colorful, surrealistic colors of Tune World, Dr. Suess, Jurassic Park, the Marvel Comic Characters and of course Harry Potter, Hogwarts, and Hogsmeade.

It will take some time to sort through all the pictures, as I took many on the fly. And like so many "tourist type" shots, they suc but then, what the heck. I'm on Holiday and I can do what tourists do. Point, click, next...

The park took on a different feel during the evening hours, as the harsh sun faded, temps dropped, and the more subdued colors were placed on the pallet. Add in the glow of incandescent lighting, and objects and scenes took on a whole new meaning. While bright sun has its points, I still prefer, the softer pallet created by the pure morning/evening light. While not your "typical tourist type" photo of Hogwarts, I'm not your typical tourist either...

Hogwarts ~ Photo by Michael Thornton

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Complete Home Inspections, Brentwood TN 615.661.0297
 

Comments(36)

Steve Loynd
Alpine Lakes Real Estate Inc., - Lincoln, NH
800-926-5653, White Mountains NH

Michael, Do you charge extra to inspect castles, and what do you typically fine wrong with them?

Jun 16, 2011 12:43 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Michael, your wit makes you not typical to begin with. So, not being the typical tourist is expected! Enjoy the day and the rest of your vacation!!

Jun 16, 2011 12:50 AM
Peter Schattenfield
Turning Point Estate Services LLC - Wilton, CT
Estate Dissolution and Preparation (203)388-8092 CT.

Michael, There are surprisingly few people in this photo. A rare event down there.

Jun 16, 2011 01:25 AM
Brenda Mullen
RE/MAX Associates - San Antonio, TX
Your San Antonio TX Real Estate Agent!!

Awesome photgraph of Hogwarts Michael!  Thank you for sharing some of your vacation with us and allowing us to journey with you! 

Jun 16, 2011 01:40 AM
Cindy Edwards
RE/MAX Checkmate - Johnson City, TN
CRS, GRI, PMN - Northeast Tennessee 423-677-6677

Good morning Michael- I can just about bet you are having a great time and ARE NOT the typical tourist!  Have fun!!

Jun 16, 2011 01:49 AM
Donna Foerster
HomeSmart Realty Group - Parker, CO
Metro Denver Real Estate Assistant

Sounds like you are enjoying yourself, and why not?  You are on holiday, right?

Jun 16, 2011 01:53 AM
Craig Rutman
Helping people in transition - Cary, NC
Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

I see you're up early before anyone else with you on your vacation. You just can't stay away from the Rain can you?!!

Enjoy Flipper and Friends today my friend!

Jun 16, 2011 02:01 AM
Joni Bailey
101 Main St. Realty - Huntsville, TX
Your Huntsville / Lake Livingston Area REALTOR®
There is nothing that is "typical" about you, Michael Thornton! You're one of a kind! :))) <3
Jun 16, 2011 02:11 AM
Carl Winters
Canyon Lake, TX

Good Morning Michael: We know you are enjoying yourself with camera in hand with thoughts of your friends here on AR hard at work. Off for my morning inspection. Have fun and stay safe.

Jun 16, 2011 02:12 AM
Judi Boad
ACCURATE REALTY GROUP - Seattle, WA

Hi Michael~ I love theme parks at night! The mood changes when all the colored lights appear...Thank you for the mini vacation. Your writing style is always a pleasure and makes me feel like I am part of the experience!

Have a fun day with Flipper!

Jun 16, 2011 03:38 AM
Chris Smith
Re/Max Chay Realty Inc., Brokerage - New Tecumseth, ON
South Simcoe, Caledon, King, Orangeville Real Esta

Michael, I see you are enjoying the rest and relaxation, your "downtime"

Jun 16, 2011 03:40 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

It appears that you are having a great vacation and thank god for all of us that you found WIFI... 

Jun 16, 2011 03:57 AM
Barb Van Stensel
Chicago, IL

Hi Michael - I am so glad you have WiFi ...I totally enjoy how you share your world to us.

Jun 16, 2011 04:01 AM
Steven L. Smith
King of the House Home Inspection, Inc. - Bellingham, WA
Bellingham WA Home Inspector

Michael,

It has been more than 20 years ago, but I enjoyed Disney World.

Jun 16, 2011 07:42 AM
June Piper-Brandon
Coldwell Banker Realty - Columbia, MD
Creating Generational Wealth Through Homeownership

Michael, very cool indeed.  I love that gothic architecture and would love to be there to see it in person.  Enjoy your vacation!!

Jun 16, 2011 10:32 AM
William Johnson
Retired - La Jolla, CA
Retired

Hi Michael, Sounds like you having one terrific vacation. Enjoy and keep the photos coming!

Jun 16, 2011 11:28 AM
Randy Ostrander
Lake and Lodge Realty LLC - Big Rapids, MI
Real Estate Broker, Serving Big Rapids and West Central MI

Sounds like fun but don't you get the urge to do a casual inspection while visiting some of these places? lol

Jun 16, 2011 12:32 PM
Ellen Caruso
Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty - Glen Head, NY

Michael, I didn't even know there was a Hogwarts Castle....Thanks its been years since I read and followed all those books with my kids!

Jun 16, 2011 01:01 PM
Rob Thomas
Prestige Homes of The Tri Cities, Inc. CALL....423-341-6954 - Bristol, TN
Bristol TN-VA & Tri Cities Agent, ABR, GRI, e-Pro

Michael....great post and photo as always......I know you are having a great time.....can't wait to see more....
Hope you had a great day!---Rob

Go Vols!

Jun 16, 2011 01:44 PM
Silvia Dukes PA, Broker Associate, CRS, CIPS, SRES
Tropic Shores Realty - Ich spreche Deutsch! - Spring Hill, FL
Florida Waterfront and Country Club Living

Michael, hope you had an adventurous but more calming and relaxing day at Sea World!  It's one of my favorite places!

Jun 16, 2011 01:49 PM