While driving through downtown Atlanta, you can’t help but notice the huge yellow and blue tents constructed right by Atlantic Station.  It’s the Cirque Du Soleil show “Kooza.”   http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/CirqueDuSoleil/en/showstickets/kooza/intro/intro.htm
 A magnificent performance of acrobatics fused with art and music.  I couldn’t help but overhear a conversation at work that there were not only one, but two Cirque Du Soleil shows in Atlanta; at the same time!  I thought this very bizarre as they would be competing against themselves.

After further research online, J and I came to the conclusion that this other show we’ll humorously title “Peu de Cirque” is nothing but a phony; an imposter!  Some highly intelligent individual out of the sunny state of FL decided it would be ok to start a circus that mimics Cirque Du Soleil.  But why just stop there?  How about borrowing the main part of their name, “Cirque.”  Cirque Du Soleil tried to sue for the use of their name but nothing came of it as the courts ruled “Cirque” was just the French pronunciation for “Circus” and that anyone could use it.  It goes to show that if you start something that is a success, many individuals will try their hardest to ride your coat tails. 

I hope that everyone will visit the Kooza show as it is the real deal and not the generic version.  It may cost a few extra bucks but I’m sure it will be more than worth it.  I can’t wait to see it!!!

I can only think of one word to describe this video, ouch!  Apparently someone mistakenly left their carts too close to the end zone… that’s why it’s important to make sure things aren’t left lying around.  You may snap a leg bone!  Poor, poor, POOR, man.

Here it is!  The long awaited video of me and Blu mountain biking.  It’s my first ever… very amateur but worth watching.  I had alot of problems with Microsoft’s movie editing software and holding the camera while riding.  Maybe I will look into a helmet, even if it’s just to tape the camera to.  I’ve really gotta learn how to use Adobe video as well, it’s so much better than the basic Windows software.  Bill is slacking big time with Vista. 

Anywho, I’m keeping this short and sweet.  Enjoy the clip… it’s kinda funny; and let me know what you think!

Linds aka Lu

p.s. In editing you could see some of that dark part of the video- but once published it just looks like darkness.  Oopsy.. fyi, I was 6 Smirnoff’s into the night and decided to go down this big grassy hill (without the headlights on bright) into the parking lot, alot of fun!  Just watch out for the cement.

Hello general public,

I have a brilliant idea, I’m going to take my camcorder with me down some of my mountain biking trails so that everyone online can witness me busting my ass!  It will be great.  I haven’t done much video editing lately and I’m itching to do it.  I could chop up parts of the video (that way I don’t give away my location to possible stalkers), add some background music and maybe some graphics to beef it up a little.

I’m getting excited just thinking about it.  I should probably get a helmet but then my hair would look horrible.  Maybe one day I’ll think about getting one.  Anyways, check back soon to see that.  It will be a good laugh for all.

Good night,

L

The Golden Boy!  I hope you have your eyes on this guy because he is about to make history.  I’m sure everyone has heard about the young Olympian who intends on setting yet another world record (a pretty big one!), winning the most Gold medals in Olympic history.  Yesterday I watched him win his first Gold for the 08 games in Beijing and he looked magnificent in the water.  Thank God for high def.  His family was there to support him and after he won, all he could do was scan the crowd for them; what a sweetie.  I really hope this guy goes all the way, he’s already made the United States proud.  He seems like a genuine person and a dedicated athlete.  He inspired me enough to get my ass off the couch and to the gym to get my swim on.  He even had me so flustered, I forgot my towel and had to dry off under the hand dryer.  Oopsy!  The trainers got a kick out of it at least.

There’s just something about swimming I love… the freedom of being in the water, the virtual weightlessness.  It’s like flying just without the height.  I grew up on a lake so every summer my brother, cousin and friends would hit the water.  We would dive off our dock, play in canoes, John Boats, snorkel and all sorts of other exciting activities.  Those really were the days… not a worry except who all was coming over that day to have fun with us!  And maybe the occasional thought of what was for lunch?

Please check out his site if you get time:
http://www.michaelphelps.com/

Tune in tonight to see him win again!!  Schedule below:
http://sports.yahoo.com/olympics/beijing/schedule/event;_ylt=Ah.rN2.053v1dvQJUVF3jMBtaJh4

Also, another team member to keep an eye on is Lochte. He kept up nicely yesterday during that 400 m individual medley.

Have a wonderful Sunday everyone,

Lindsey

**Update Aug. 13, 08**

He did it!  He has officially broken the world record for the highest decorated Olympian in history!
Congratulations, you’re a living work of art.

For as long as I can remember, he was the voice of my team.  The guy that announced, “Braves win, Braves win, Braves win!”  as they went on to dominate 14 consecutive division titles, played in the World Series 5 times during the 90’s and took the title in 95.  Sadly, Skip Carey passed away in his home on Sunday night; in his sleep.  He will be missed and my thoughts are with his family.  Thanks for the memories and it sure was a good run!

Well, it’s Sunday afternoon and I must say I had a busy but exciting weekend.  Friday I went and rode my bike down some trails, it was still muddy from the rain earlier and I made sure to get covered in it… the only way to really have fun mountain biking!  Saturday Brian and I got up early to go see the Louvre exhibit at The High Museum of Art in Atlanta.  I really enjoyed the visit but was disappointed when I learned we weren’t allowed to take photography of the “traveling” pieces.  This also included “The History Remixed” gallery, which was eye opening; especially more so to the younger generations I believe. 

After a trip to the museum and lunch, I headed off to a Braves game with my girl.  We got a couple of beers and staggered around the stadium the entire time (which was way better than watching the game btw!) and had a gorgeous view of Atlanta from atop the stadium in these HUGE red and white lawn chairs.  Next time I will make sure to wear shorts, Georgia summers aren’t playing around. 

This was our view and a couple more:

Chillaxing

The big red chairs were awesome!

See our lil’ Gold capitol shining in the sun?

I put up a gallery of new pictures if you’d like to view, click below:

http://lindseydawnsphotography.com/Galleries/2008/High%20Museum%20Luvre/High%20Art%20Museum%20ATL.html

Thanks for stopping by and see ya soon,

Lindsey

Good day all,

The Braves game was the best last night!  Even though the Braves lost 4-5 (they won today 5-2!) we had a blast.  They actually had my beer of choice, Smirnoff so I had plenty of good cheer to last me the game.  The seats were excellent, dugout tickets on aisle 116.  It was cool to be able to actually watch the game close up this time and see all the action right in your face.  A foul ball was just a few rows from hitting us… and I had a nice view of Chipper’s ass the whole night!  I added a new gallery w/ lots of pics from the game.  Make sure to check them out on my site before you leave.

Bonne nuit,

Lindsey

Hello all,

That lovely little organization we like to call the “Government” has now partially reimbursed me for the money they’ve stolen from my check over the last year.  Or at least the local government… I think I will be going to check out some new filters today.  There’s an orange filter that helps pick out reds, oranges and greens and gives them higher contrast for black and white photos.  And then there’s a yellow filter that’s good for taking pictures of a blue sky, helps remove haze from the picture and excellent for b&w pictures.

I might be going to a Braves game soon and I can’t wait!  Haven’t been in a year or so and I’ve also never gotten drunk at a Braves game, I’m thinking new camera + booze = good time!  Plus, could you imagine the gorgeous close-ups of Chipper Jones and Tom Glavine?  The Braves 2008 May schedule is below for you Georgians who’d like to support your home town baseball team. 

Thanks for stopping by and talk to you soon.

Lindsey