Peg and I rode a hot air balloon; it was a 25th Anniversary present from Chris and Erica, which was given to us over 2 years ago. In spite of my fear of heights, we traveled from North Grafton to Sutton, reaching several thousand feet elevation. The photo below was taking at our liftoff site, where the balloon was being preparred for takeoff.

Shown below it the inside of the balloon as it was being inlated with a fan.

This is a view where the city of Worcester is seen in the distance.

The shadow of the balloon is visible.

A view down at the Turnpike. Have fun with the following link showing the area we traveled over!

Locate this cloverleaf on aerial view from Terra Server

The crew helping after landing above, and celebrating below.
 

The Balloon in the basket - neatly packed away