Hehe, tonight was crazy. Cold as hell and very strong winds. It reminded to England 2003, and it started off about 5-10min late.

I think it was definitely was one of the top displays, but unfortunately, it didn't last very long. There were a lot of salutes, and the ending was good.

Though, the biggest suprise of the night was meeting Paul! lol Omg, I can't believe we finally met. That was totally unexpected and I was kinda very shy and shocked that I didn't know what to tell him! lol

Hi Paul,

I was more and less expecting an abysmal evening with regards to the weather, but at least you guys were fortunate enough to see a display at this time of the year.

I'm also aware that Enkil and yourself actually met, ironically enough, on Notre-Dame tonight, which must've been something. I'm sorry I couldn't make my appearance there, however, due to many circumstances (mostly because of my location and because of the weather).

Finally, I see that you haven't been on Notre-Dame since 1995. It really has changed since then, but it's good to know that you've met back with old times.

And Enkil,

I appreciate the small briefing, but it's good to know that you had witnessed a good display. It's too bad it was delayed a little, but at least it came out nicely and better than expected, especially with all the salutes used.

And yes, that scenario really reminds us of England 2003. However, we may as well see the strongest of winds coming our way as the day progresses.

And let's not forget to turn the clocks back one hour!

Trav.

I can't believe that I missed a firework at La Ronde! Once again, the firework team has demonstrated that nothing can stop them, even the fact that the park was closed! Around the end of the afternoon Saturday, I learnt that the park was closed since 3:00pm, due to the weather. My reasoning was simple: park closed = no display.

I went to La Ronde yesterday and met Martyne Gagnon, the firework director. She said that the show had been displayed Saturday because they already have expected too high wind for Sunday.

I am really disappointed. However, it is very nice to learn that Enkil and Paul have an opportunity to meet. I invite Enkil and Smoke to purchase a season pass next year, so we would have more opportunities to meet and discuss!

Fred

Fred,

Does that mean there was no one inside the park, expect a few pyrotechnicans and workers? I think they should have allowed people who have the season pass to go in the park for the fireworks even thought the rides were closed.

BTW, I really don't mind buying a season pass and I would love to watch it from La Ronde, but as long I find someone who is willing to go with me every night and go on rides. I think that perfect person is Smoke lol, but I don't know, he usually goes with his family. Anyway, we'll see.

Does that mean there was no one inside the park, expect a few pyrotechnicans and workers?

You are right.


I think they should have allowed people who have the season pass to go in the park for the fireworks even thought the rides were closed.

This is a financial issue. Letting people going inside the park = to pay additional workers (security guards, maintenance employees, entrance staff...). Due to the poor weather condition, this decision is not surprising and, in this particular contexte, not a bad one.

Fred

Fred,

Thanks for the invitation, my friend. To be perfectly honest, I have seriously been considering on getting that ever so valuable season pass for next Summer. Furthermore, it would really be an honor to meet you and Paul at the displays all the time so that we can, as you said, discuss many aspects of pyrotechnics and the actual fireworks displays in their entirety.

Enkil was very lucky to have met Paul, so I'm happy for both of them to get the privilege. It would have been something else if I had the opportunity to go as well, not to mention you, Fred.

And yes, Enkil, you would also be the perfect candidate to go with to La Ronde to both ride and to watch the fireworks as no one in my family has that riding spirit anymore towards amusement parks as they used to. With luck, I'm hoping that we will get that opportunity to the highest extent for next Summer.

Best regards,

Trav.