Michael J. Flanigan

Some close up shots that I really love, while waiting in line.

Weird animals next to this cute little furry lip thingy.

And random Coke memorabilia.

This time the fuzzy lips with his 3d glasses on for the FIFA World Cup tent that just opened up.

The FIFA time machine that was made for the 3d movie. It was pretty cool to see some of the history of the world cup.

And of course the Coca Cola drink tasting center.

Cool glass Coke can shaped drinking cups.

After the Museum, we headed to the Georgia Aquarium – another must. This time the duo stopped by the “petting” area.

I don’t know why this guy belongs in the Ocean Scout exhibit, I thought Lion fish were salt water fish.

Marisa trying to touch some shrimp.

The shrimp petting tank.

The rest of these photos, except the last two, are just some marine animal photos that I liked from the day.

Melody and Marisa at the Tropical Diver.

And again, looking up in the Ocean Voyager.

Unfortunately, I was unable to take more photos during the race and of other people through the pit. But I still got a few good photos of the end. this is the last section where all mountain bikes are dropped off before the mud pit.

And one photo of a co-ed team not really getting as messy as they could be in the mud pit.

Another co-ed team enjoying the show.

And a slightly messier finish.

A watering hole was located a few steps away to rinse off the grime. Unfortunately there were few hoses so some people had to wait for the mud to cake.

Caked on mud aftermath.

One of the unique things about the race is also the costume contest. Here is one example of a team, the wrestlers, celebrating with another team.

And the trolls.

Muddy Buddy metals are awarded to the top 5 finishers of each division, which is grouped by the sum of the group member’s ages.

And a beer garden for all the racers, above the age of 21 of course, sponsored by Red Hook.

Of course Cooper was dying for a taste as well.

Paul Mitchell hairstylist in training were also there donating their time for charity.

I just got two different angles, didn’t know what I liked the best so I will show both.

And we waited in line to get our tickets. It’s great because the first week of every month the High Museum allows Fulton county residence and school students to enter for free.

While waiting for the exhibit to be available for our time slot, my family decided to partake in some arts and crafts at this neat little booth. They were there in order to make vases that resemble grass.

And here is an example of the different designs.

And the finalist for the design competition.

And then we were off to wait in line for the History of the Automobile. I don’t know the makes and models but here are some detailed shots and overviews.

And the famous Corvette Stingray.

When the Automobile exhibit closed, we were forced to other parts of the museum. I love contemporary art, so we ventured upstairs.

The group that I went with. My dad, mom, Wei Wei and Jimmy.

And the special Waffle House memorabilia that will be around such as famous Georgia Tech Alum.

And random photos from Georgia Tech history.

Next up is Tonya Johnson, Georgia Tech Volleyball head coach, reading in the O’Keefe Auditorium.

Billie Pendleton reading her novel in Junior’s Grill.

And student and SGA president Corey Boone on the Trolley with a book.

So I leave you with a list of ten books, since we have a ton. (ones on my list to read, since I have read a few already)
1. Atlas Shrugged
2. Brave New World
3. Slaughterhouse Five
4. Tuesdays with Morrie
5. Walden
6. Seneca: Letters from a Stoic
7. Dante’s Inferno
8. Flags of our Fathers
9. American Born Chinese
10. Edgar Allen Poe Complete Tales and Poems

I had a better exposed shot, but I liked this composition better.

And the plaque in the front of Bobby Dodd with his name on it.

The is the lawn setup with many tents setup to enjoy this two day event.

And a view of the lawn from a different angle, indeed a massive amount of people.

Just lounging around in a hammock.

And the kids center was also bustling. Here is the Atlanta Braves sponsored hitting cage.

And a puppeteer.

Shea Butter close up.

The Merchant of the Shea butter.

Cool wooden figurines.

The artist around were everywhere. It was great to take to a few of them and ask them questions.

Another booth around the Festival.

An artist without a booth, but who needs one when you can let passerby’s get a glance of your work.

Another store, this time selling ear rings.

I just thought it was interesting that all the food shops only used two water lines.

This is the food area, which was very crowded as with the rest of the park.

Chillin’ at Piedmont with nothing to worry about.

Painter’s Pallete.

A view of a jewelry booth.

Little handmade purses.

The best booth yet, with very life like puppets.

Meet Al! Albert Einstein that is.

Out of the Wild, one of my favorite children’s book.

Interesting textures, which is one of the things I love to photograph.

Sculptures and figurines.

Really nice knives that cut through bread and tomatoes without smooching them.

Downtown Decatur sculpture.

Copper sculpture, which proves to be very detailed.

Blue Moon Designs, just a store that caught my eye on the way to yogurt tap.

Yogurt, the tart kind!

In remembrance of the veterans, here is a sign found in downtown Decatur.

Food booths found in every festival. Fatty and delicious!

DeKalb county courthouse.