The Balloon Fiesta

“Colorful.” “Majestic.” “Like pictures come to life.” These are a few of the comments made about the sight of over 600 hot air balloons ascending all around us as we stood on our aerie overlooking the fiesta grounds. Bright colors and fantastic shapes filled our vision in the early morning hours.




So drawn to the balloons were some of our group, that they joined in helping launch, chase and deflate a balloon.











In the evening, the whoosh sound of propane tanks accompanied the glowing of multicolored balloons as they lit up on the ground boasting their beauty. The finale was a grand fireworks display that brought out the oohs and aahs.















We have all had a wonderful trip filled with phenomenal beauty, intense education, gastronomic overindulgence, increased art and jewelry collecting, and, most of all, convivial companionship that will lead to lasting friendships. We all look forward to meeting on the highways and byways along the way.