From the Book to the Balloons (or May 16 part 1)

So, it all started when Brendan brought home a book about hot air balloons a couple of weeks ago.  He was very interested in it which got me to thinking that he might really enjoy seeing the balloons in person.  So, I found that there would be a festival in Erie... 

Surprisingly, I was able to convince Brent that it would be enjoyable for all of us to get up at 4 o'clock* and drive an hour to watch balloons take off.  Fortunately it was totally worth it!

Okay, honestly, the view of the mountains that early in the morning alone was worth it.

Me and my favorite son!

I'll spare you the hundreds of pictures and just share a few.

 Tweety

I think he enjoyed it.

 Not so sure that Emery enjoyed it quite as much.

Seriously.  This guy's sitting it a chair strapped to a hot air balloon.  'nuff said.

What was it that you said would happen when pigs fly?  Yep, it's time!

*Yes. 4:00 AM.  As in the morning.  And really, it was worth it!