Barry & I would like to
thank all of the people that came out to crew for us this year at
Albuquerque. If it weren't for the dedication and hard work we can't put
these massive balloons in the sky.
A special thanks to my Dad,
Jim for putting his life on hold for 2 weeks to help Barry & I make
the week go smoother than any trip we have made to the Fiesta. Suzie
makes an exceptional mascot too..
Gregory Wark the 3rd was
exemplary as Patriots Crew Chief. Even if he still needs a real hair cut.
Danny Campbell- He did a
wonderful job (plausible blackmailability is still possible). Danny is a
wonderful pilot, a real team player and all around great guy. How's that?
Did you know that Danny has 'Burnie', The Little Devil balloon???? He was so
quiet about it, I'm sure most people don't really know.
I must mention our resident
Albuquerque crew member Mary Gentile. While taking photos, she stepped
into a ditch and broke her elbow. She goes in for elbow surgery on Monday,
the 23rd. Please keep her in your prayers. I did just speak to her on the
phone. Not to be deterred by a broken elbow, she went to do her Jazzercise
class, but decided it wasn't the most comfortable thing to do in a sling. We
expect to have her back next year!
Josh & family- It was
wonderful to finally meet the next up and coming young balloonist. Josh is a
walking and talking Special Shape encyclopedia. I have been corresponding
with Josh for a little over a year and he is just as wonderful in person as
he is online. His Mother is pretty cool too.
Glenn & Kacie- Thank you for
holding on to that GIANT water bottle. We just didn't have enough room.
Eric Lucero- Thank you for
everything! We can always count on Eric!
Lauren from Melbourne,
Australia- You made it out for every single flight! And you are from
Australia! Wow.
Honorable mention- Bob & Ruth
Sano from New York. You can crash any party we are attending. |