Brillant Balloons Above Reno

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September 10th 2011

Published: September 13th 2011

It’s 4am, it’s dark as we drive into the wide open spaces of the field. We are being guided by lighted wands that look like light sabers from Star Wars. We are directed to park our car at the end of the line. It’s early, we are still waking up and we’re tramping down a dirt path following others, kindred spirits who seek the balloon lift-off at Rancho San Rafael Park. We are promised pictu... Read Full Entry

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Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

D MJ Binkley

Photographers, divers, writers, foodies, chefs and music enthusiasts. Travelers' Century Club Members: 12/2023. MJ 107 and Dave 104. We appreciate your feedback and if you like our stories we would appreciate it if you follow our blog. We live on North Hutchinson Island, Florida. If you are in Florida please send us a private message as we would love to meet you. Two retired nurses who are passionate about traveling the world. Our love of travel, meeting new people and experiencing new cultures will hopefully take us to wonderful plac... full info

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13th September 2011

Wingman
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Great pictures...

13th September 2011

Muno
Sally and Nick Griffith

That's a great shot!

13th September 2011

marie
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wonderful
Your photos are spectacular.

14th September 2011

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

We had a great time and the sky was so lovely dotted with balloons

14th September 2011

Michael
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cool pics
Those colors and especially the asymmetry in the 'The Colors' is very cool. I had no idea that Dave was Darth Vader

15th September 2011

Billie O'Leary
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"Life is for living."
You guys personify the phrase above. You inspire me to wring every drop of joy from life. So glad you're my friends. Keep on partying!

17th September 2011

Claudia
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A Title of Wonder
Hi there - as a SE US dweller and infrequent traveler west, I did not realize Reno was close enough for the weekend trip you took. Your sense of adventure calls my heart to follow - even if it just by reading the blog! Your friend is a fabulous cook and I\'m sure full of wonderful stories! Loved your pic \"A Sky Full\" (bottom pg. 3). May I have a copy? Till your next adventure, Love, C

18th September 2011

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Reno
Reno is less than 4 hours. My friend is an excellent cook and very active at 85!

19th September 2011

Sojourner1208
William

Another wonderful adventure
Sounds like a wonderful adventure. How many millions spent the same time period watching TV and some other mundane activity. There are those who just dream and those who do. Seeing your entry made me start to consider that I might go to the balloon fest in Albequerque in a couple of weeks.

20th September 2011

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

You must go!
I've been to the one in Reno twice. Albuquerque is the biggest one in the U.S.. You must go. Can't wait to read your blog. If you get back out to SF let's get together for dinner. Love to hear about your adventures.

20th September 2011

Chris and Nikki
Chris

You\'re both so lucky to live so near amazing events like that. I love your pictures.

19th October 2011

fay gavulic
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hello
its very nice to see you are still having fun and enjoying traveling and meeting new people. The balloon race seemed like it was very fun. I especially loved the row of balloons all lit up. fay gavulic

18th December 2011

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This blog is a 2011 TravelBlog favourite!
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