New Mexico: balloons, and hikes
I recently came back from New Mexico. Aside from visiting my wife's family in Rio Rancho, we were able to see a little of the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. High winds ruined the first day of balloons so we weren't able to see the mass-ascension in the morning, although we did have the enjoyment of waking up at 430am and waiting in lines and riding school buses to and from the park for a few hours. However, the next evening we attended the Balloon Glow, an event where hundreds of balloons inflate, tether, and ignite their torches and glow at various times after sunset. Fireworks brought the night to a close. Click on a picture to see a gallery of the images from this post. I think it's a really awesome feature Blogspot added. "Carne Red Burrito" from Sadie's, balloons, and near-perfect weather. Seriously, how can you complain? Inflating a balloon as we watch, backs to the setting sun. You'll never be disappointed in the light you f...