For the first time ever, I got to go up in a hot air balloon! It was an AMAZING experience.
Take off was just a little bumpy, and as we rose into the air my head spun in circles, but when we really got up high, I went on a high! It was thrilling! I took pictures and sang "On top of spaghetti/ all covered with cheese/ I lost my poor meatball/ when somebody sneezed!"
It was so funny to watch the animals on the ground react to the sound of the burners. The dogs jumped at us, trying their best to catch us, and Jackrabbits were easy to spot as they jump from their hiding places and ran away.
Landing wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be. It was bumpy and a little frightening, don't get me wrong, but it was fun nonetheless!
If you haven't gone hot air ballooning yet, you really should give it a go!
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Rising into the air! |
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A far away neighbor |
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A slightly closer neighbor |
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If I remember correctly, this one is named "Riding a Rainbow" |
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On top of spaghetti!! |
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ABQ morning from a balloon's view point |
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ABQ beneath the balloons |
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Balloon burners and the inside of 'Sunset Rising', the balloon I rode! |
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The two pilots climbing out after landing... |
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After landing, we 'tear down' the balloon. It is as much fun as setting up the balloon!!! |
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Me (in the pink shirt) helping to pack the balloon up. |
4th picture down, they're actually called "Rainbow Riders" :) In other words, you pay to fly in the balloon with them. Glad you were able to fly! -Evelyn
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