I'm not the most artistic guy in the world, but those are two great photos of noise IMO. I haven't visited the SO forum, but there is some neat stuff in here. I'll definitely be back. I knew there was more to BL than drugs when I joined %)
I have to admit though, in this situation (both are great), I'm biased to the baby because I've experienced that with three children. And when I seen the topic "noise" and the baby, I could hear clearly the screaming of a child. It's beautiful sometimes, but as some know, it can be frustrating.
The party pic is great as well, I keep hearing the New Year's Day party horns going.
Great photos by both of you though!