Things That Caught My Eye.....

[Keenlearner]

Gumboot Country, Taihape NZ
"If it weren't for your gumboots, where would ya be?
You'd be in the hospital or infirmary
'coz you would have a dose of the 'flu, or even pleurisy
If ya didn't have yer feet in yer gumboots."




Water Skiing On The Wanganui River



Water Skier, Wanganui River NZ



Twilight On The Wanganui River NZ

[picnik]

Very nice set but I would have to say that
Twilight On The Wanganui River NZ...
is BEAUTIFUL!
Thanks for sharing

[Xtrah]

That first shot is one of the single most interesting things I think I've ever seen in my life. It is so fun and cool Lovin it

[dub one]

Thats boot is so cool. Is there a story behind it?

[jakethepig]

Haha got to love that welly and Wow how well you got the water skiers and the amazing paterns in the water and a gorgeous twilight picture to finish. I just love seeing your amazing work.

Love and big hugs to you both

XX XX

[VegasMike]

I, too, would like to know if there is a story behind that boot. What a cool shot! The water looks as smooth as glass and great for skiing. TFS.

Mike

[Tenzin'sMom]

Wonderful, Pauline! Love the gum boot and the verse that goes with it -- and wonderful waterskiing photos -- the still reflection of the boat is beautiful along with the action of the skiiers and wakes.

[beachcomber]

You've been busy Pauline and I like the results .
My favourites here are the middle two, fast boats and skiers on a mirror calm lake creating beautiful reflections and uninhibited swirls on the water

[Keenlearner]

Originally Posted by picnik

Very nice set but I would have to say that
Twilight On The Wanganui River NZ...
is BEAUTIFUL!
Thanks for sharing

Thankyou Nikki. It was a very interesting trip and I will have further shots to share over the next week or so.

Originally Posted by Xtrah

That first shot is one of the single most interesting things I think I've ever seen in my life. It is so fun and cool Lovin it

Thankyou Xtrah. No.1. shot is certainly an eye-catcher.

[Keenlearner]

Originally Posted by dub one

Thats boot is so cool. Is there a story behind it?

Thankyou Dub One. Yes there is a quite a story attached to that famous gumboot. Taihape is known as the Gumboot Capital Of The World. Being a largely farming area, your gumboots are almost as important as your right arm, and so it became an annual event to having a gumboot throwing day. This year it is on March 20th, 12pm until 12am. It is a really big day for Taihape as people from all over the world take part. They have live bands, stalls etc...you name it, they have it. It is a truly awesome event.