In the sun, where the oranges. Again.

Alf

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So here we are, the week thinning into a short friday night sleep; we get up early, jump in the car and head north.
Fast forward in the evening, meeting people getting ready, singing late, building their courage.
Meet, chat, eat, and a little dance. And a solid read, afterwards.

Sunday afternoon, so - and it has begun.
Awaiting his turn, assembling the team while being judged
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Fast forward a little, helmets on, facing the crowd
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In the square, below and above
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It's exactly as it looks
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Seconds later, another comes in
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Safer for a while, above
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Safer for a while, below
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No fear, he says
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Then again
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So we move down a little and party
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Hi everyone, missed you!

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( Carnival of Ivrea - Wikipedia - http://www.flickr.com/photos/alfrjw/sets/72157641775393493/)
 
Alf, you always bring wonderful surprises with your pictures, as well as your stories! Many thanks for the link to explain the Battle of the Oranges!:flowers_2:

Great to see you and yours again on your adventures!
 
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