>> Hawk Mountain Sunrise Hike 2017

 Every year for the past four (five?) Easter Sundays, we have climbed up to the North Lookout at Hawk Mountain and watched the sunrise over the hills. I know this tradition may not last forever, but right now I'm grateful to start off this day with a beautiful view, good friends, and doughnuts. 

 The sun peaking up into the valley.

 ^^ A rare photo of the three of us together that's not a selfie.

I'm thankful for traditions that give me a reason to get some fresh air, glorious views from a mountain, and the company of wonderful friends.

>> New Jersey Hot Air Balloon Festival

 We had good plans to go to the beach on a Sunday during the summer. We would leave early and get there around 9 o'clock.. but then I discovered that our beach day coincided with the New Jersey Hot Air Balloon Festival - and it was even on the way!
SO we got up really early (4am) and drove to NJ to watch Hot Air Balloons.. and it was totally worth it. Thank goodness my friends go along with my crazy ideas.

Happy Hot Air Balloon watchers!

 The theme of the festival was "under the sea", so they had a seahorse and a whale (not pictured) hot air balloon. So fun!

 This balloon was my favorite.

 We followed the hot air balloons in our car and ended up in an industrial park where one landed. We helped them move the basket, deflate the balloon and pack it up. I was even able to jump in the basket briefly to help out!

 The inside of the balloon - so pretty.

After the festival we headed to the beach and had a great day! We're looking forward to going to the festival again next year and maybe even going for a ride. ;)

>> Doors of Savannah

If you have followed my blog for any length of time, it's so secret I love doors. One day I hope to have enjoy fun & crazy doors to fill up a whole book of them. Until then, here's yet another blog post of doors.