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1 Nov 2005, 06:56 (Ref:1449064)
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Chimpoholics anonymous
My name is David and I'm a chimpoholic.. I've been a chimp for 6 years.. I have not had a chimp for, err, 3 weeks (oh-err missus)....
I know no shame.. I'll chimp in public.. I'll chimp in private.. even in front of spectators.. It's not a dirty habit, it's good, clean fun.. I have my reasons.. At least I can admit my addiction.. and I know that those who say they don't, do, only it's their dirty little secret.. So I'd likle to throw open the doors of chimpoholics anonymous, ten-tenths branch, as a place for all you digital twiddlers out there to admit your addiction, own up and share with uncle Dave.. Remember, chimping is for life, not just for christmas.. CHIMPING IS NOT A CRIME This message was sponsored by the friends of the Chimp.. |
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1 Nov 2005, 07:23 (Ref:1449075)
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Lock up the Brasso
Oh dear........
I had better find a race for DL to cover..........maybe he can go to bloody Istanbul instead of me........... his driving technique would go down well with the excitable locals. JB........... worried that if he is like this after 3 weeks, what state will he be in by March? 
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1 Nov 2005, 10:30 (Ref:1449234)
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Dear David
I admire your honesty and openness. I to am a chimpaholic, though it's only been 8 days since my last chimp. I know I'll be chimping again this weekend, but I just can't help it. It all started last year when I bought a digital SLR, and life hasn't been the same since. I've even tried buying more CF cards to help, but like in The Verve's song, 'the CF cards don't work'. I too will chimp in public - in fact I'll chimp anywhere...... As much as I am ashamed, I know I am not alone, and it's refreshing to find others will admit to this vile, disgusting habit on a public forum. PIGIT - we're here for you too (I've seen you at Brands) I wish you luck with your rehab......... man, this cold turkey sucks..... |
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1 Nov 2005, 13:08 (Ref:1449361)
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Erm... what's chimping?
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1 Nov 2005, 13:24 (Ref:1449378)
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or http://www.equinephotographers.net/florida/chimp.htm Then get yourself on a program too..... |
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1 Nov 2005, 13:26 (Ref:1449379)
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1 Nov 2005, 13:28 (Ref:1449383)
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Arh right I see thats what it's called. Well I havn't done any chimping for a month now, its not good I haven't had this longer gap for at least a year. Hopefully i am getting a fix at the weekend, but I need to chimp....
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1 Nov 2005, 13:31 (Ref:1449388)
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1 Nov 2005, 13:39 (Ref:1449392)
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Ah I see. I do that occasionally but I'm trying to quit the habit...
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1 Nov 2005, 14:05 (Ref:1449410)
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I'm down to 10 chimps a day, Where's the nearest program?
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1 Nov 2005, 14:19 (Ref:1449425)
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I believe there is a patch that can be worn to try and ween the wearer from chimping. Not sure if it is available on the NHS yet.
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1 Nov 2005, 18:06 (Ref:1449602)
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C'mon chimpers.. Don't be ashamed.. admit it, chimping is a gas... join the craze that's hipper than the hula-hoop.. more boingy than a bungy jump and safer than trying to pick up "girls" in Bangkok..
Hubble, Mike, Jase, rdjones.. welcome to the group.. let's join together in our anthem.. Do.. Do.. Do.. the funky gibbon.. You do remember "The Goodies".. don't you..? OK, granted, a gibbon is not a chimp, but close.. This message was sponsored by the friends of the chimp (and the funky gibbon).. |
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1 Nov 2005, 18:39 (Ref:1449640)
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So where the heck did that term come form?
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1 Nov 2005, 20:08 (Ref:1449728)
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1 Nov 2005, 20:14 (Ref:1449737)
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From Wikipedia : "Chimping is a term used in digital photography (especially when using a digital single lens reflex camera or DSLR) to describe the habit of checking every photo on the on-camera display (LCD) immediately after capture"..
The action of dropping of the head to look at the screen after every shot is more of a bird like movement than animal like surely. And I'm just as guilty as anyone else. It's now 10 days since my last Chimp and 4 days till my next one. I may be able to give up for the winter, but will need to get down the gym during February to build up my neck muscles ready for a new season of Chimping. |
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1 Nov 2005, 20:39 (Ref:1449767)
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This is loads cheaper than therapy.......
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1 Nov 2005, 21:38 (Ref:1449825)
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Yes I'm a chimper
I have it bad as sometimes I "Oooh Oooh Oooh" and mutter look at that!! This is better and cheaper than therapy........ Where can I get these patches......Adobe? |
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1 Nov 2005, 21:41 (Ref:1449829)
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Alfaholic.. Boggy.. Welcome to our humble group....
RESPECT THE CHIMP.. This message was sponsored by the friends of the Chimp.. |
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1 Nov 2005, 21:48 (Ref:1449836)
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David, I think you've got yourself a following.......
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1 Nov 2005, 22:03 (Ref:1449845)
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I think a group of "chimps" is called a troop..........
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2 Nov 2005, 02:25 (Ref:1450017)
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What a great topic!
I must admit I do it less now, I wait until all the cars have passed or whatever, even if there is an exciting incident. Let's face it, if you missed the shot, there's not much you can do about it anyway! |
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2 Nov 2005, 02:44 (Ref:1450027)
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2 Nov 2005, 06:39 (Ref:1450100)
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Mike.. Confucious say.. embrace the chimp, for he is your friend.. Missed the shot..? Do you really give a Monkey's..? Just have a tea party instead..
Andrew, don't be coy, you're amongst friends here.. yes or no..? This message was sponsored by the friends of the Chimp.. |
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2 Nov 2005, 08:53 (Ref:1450152)
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As an EX-stealth chimper I can now come forth and freely admit my affliction
Praise be to David L for allowing us to come forth into the light :whispers on : I still do it but now its " Checking the composition"  : whisper off:    
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2 Nov 2005, 15:44 (Ref:1450515)
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If you got the Chimp Withdrawal Patch and applied it to the screen on the camera that would cause Chimping to stop immediately.
If a Chimpanzee got hold of a camera and did what we admit to, would that be humaning? |
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