November 1, 2008 - Evening Flight
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This evening's flight was a belated birthday gift to my niece, Zoe. Along for the flight are my sister, Nancy and her friend Lisa.
Photos courtesy of Nancy, Lisa, and John
First, a little burner test.
Nancy watches as her friend Bill and Lisa's friend John are put to work.
Zoe checks to make sure Bill does it right.
Lisa and son Max
Nancy waves while Lisa snaps a picture.
Lisa's view from the basket. Can you tell who's never before seen a balloon and who's an old hand?
Looking back as Steve and Matthew inflate.
Fall colors in Waterloo.
Matthew gets airborne.
Birthday Girl Zoe and Lisa
Mother and daughter
Brother and sister
A powered paraglider joined Matthew just north of town.
Nancy catches our reflection.
The Elkhorn River winding its way north of King Lake.
Coming in for a gentle landing.
A little hard work before we celebrate. Thanks to Shari for lending a hand.
Stephanie pours the refreshements
Nancy, Zoe, and Lisa are initiated into the ranks of Aeronauts.
My nephew, Dane and his sister, Zoe
Happy Birthday, Zoe!
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