- The only thing I’ve ever heard Jim mention that he would like to do that we haven’t already done is take a hot air balloon ride. This opportunity was offered at Vuyani and I was determined that Jim would have this experience. I, however, have NEVER wanted to go up in a hot air balloon. The policy was that at least 2 people had to book the trip so I said I would do it, only if I was needed to make it possible for Jim. When we arrived that morning, I was delighted to see 7 other people had booked the flight so I expected I was off the hook. When I found out, however, that we would have to pay for 2 unless we canceled a day in advance, I wasn’t going to pay for something I didn’t do. So, in spite of great anxiety, I went along. It was AWESOME and I’m glad that we had this experience together.
Inflating the balloon.
Inflating the balloon.
Our pilot, Dion, giving instructions to passengers.
Up we go!
Excitement at liftoff
Is that apprehension?
Jim at Dawn
Skimming the treetops
River view below us
Just me and my shadow
Interesting effect
Dawn in the Drakensburg Mountains
Drakensburg Mts.
Clouds below
Back on terra firma
