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Blue Angels & More at Seattle’s 2024 Seafair

Though I didn’t intend it, the weekend turned to a bit of a Seafair photo-fest. See the day end my lens below.

Thursday

Practice day for the Blue Angels as they whiz around Seattle as seen of West Seattle.

Friday

Same view from West Seattle but more jets!

Saturday

to our kiddo and my dad down to Coleman Blue to enjoy the show.

Sunday

Airport headed to the south end of the Boeing Field/King photo-fest. International Airport runway mostly to try to get an oncoming, smoke flying shot of the Blue Angels.

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Commercials Coming to a Prime Video Near You (Unless You Pony Up)

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Load Images Like a Champ with Progressive Loading

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DIY Monitor Flush Wall Mount

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No Figma Merger with Adobe After All

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So Long & Thx for All the Bananas

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What’s Old is New Again

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