This week, Tina invites us to Take a Break from our every-day routine for the Lens-Artists Photo Challenge and what better way to forget all your cares than a visit to the funfair. These images were captured at the annual 4th of July carnival held at Melas Park in Mount Prospect, Illinois.
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Excellent choice! Love the shot of just the one set of seats in midair. Dizzy just thinking about it!
Thanks, Tina! Not a ride I would go on. I prefer something a little closer to the ground.
Nightmare! I prefer a merry go round with good solid horses at ground level.
I’m with you on this one, Tom! But I do enjoy watching other people enjoying these rides.
Hi, Sue. This is a perfect break in the summer for many kids–of all ages. Great action shots.
Thanks, Patti!
A great summer, fun ride for kids and youngsters. 🙂
Thanks, Amy! We did have a fun evening.
Ha ha! Excellent! I love rides.
Thanks, John! These were a little too wild for me but I thought they made a good picture. I prefer the carousel.