Style on Sunday: Up, up and away

I enjoy walking every day, but especially when I am away from home. It allows me to open my eyes to many new types of flora and fauna, as well as fresh vistas. At the retreat I am up before most people, and consider the early morning weekend balloon launches to be my own special treat. The balloonists begin early, before the strong winds come out, so they are not blown too far off course. After all, they must have their crew meet them at the landing site. This shot shows the low-lying clouds that give the area its nickname: the Vally of the Mist. I particularly like the style shown by the pirate balloon!