One of the many things I would like to do in life includes (but not limited to) the following:

-Skydiving – obviously, who hasn't thought about it

-Learn to surf - hopefully in Aussie town

-Drive a stock car - Yuuuuuppppp

-Hot air balloon ride – because it would be the closest I’ll come to flying

-Experience weightlessness

-Travel to Hawaii to watch the sunsets and admire the volcanoes

-Work alongside Pat McGrath

My list could go on forever but I’d rather not bore you to death. To me, accomplishing or mastering something is not about the place or thing, it’s about the experience. The memory that is created. I cherish those moments, and that’s when I realized what life is all about…little memories all piled up to make up ‘your’ story.

Matt and I ended up on a hot air balloon ride. Figured it was easier then traveling to Australia! It was his Christmas gift from moi but we went in the summer. It was a beautiful day and an adventure I will NEVER forget.

Arriving onsite to meet our pilot and other guests traveling with us.

We all had a role in helping to operate the hot air balloon. Matt's responsibility was to blow ;)

We had a bit of a shaky take off...

But we made it!

The view was spectacular and calming...it is so peaceful that high up.

Here is a bird's-eye view from the basket.

Those tiny spots are cows...little cows.

And the sight of all the trees! I'm sure this would be breathtaking in the fall.

Sneaking a pic of my handsome man and the da fire...

The landing was quite bumpy and yes, when you eventually land the basket tips over and you end up on your back.

This was an unforgettable experience, being up the clouds, looking down at the tall trees. Hot Air ballooning changes your perspective on the all greenery our world has to offer. Living in the city, you take it for granted…but it feels nice to be reminded.

We both agreed we would do this again. Would you try it?

Xx,

MJ