I don't think those shoes quite fit you.

Noah prepares for take off.

The massive sewer project in our backyard begins with a single stake.

We apparently have a village of Smurfs living in our yard.

Noah awaits the train on his first ride on Metrolink.

We went to the balloon glow, which is the precursor to the Great Forest Park Balloon Race.

This gentleman had his hands full as his balloon inflates.

Dixie and Noah watch as the "blob" envelopes the crowd.

Noah liked the balloons, but I don't think he really understood what they were yet.

Balloons light up the night sky.

The next day was the race, complete with corporate sponsorship

...and pony rides!

Up, up and away

in my beautiful balloon.

Wouldn't you like to ride

in my beautiful balloon?

More than 70 balloons participated this year.

My in-laws new puppy, Buster.

Noah poses with his souvenir from Olivette's Party in the Park.

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