The kids and I didn't get to take our planned trip to Carlsbad Caverns National Park over the Columbus Day weekend (no, my boss ruined the weekend plans even BEFORE the shutdown by drafting me to work Sunday evening) so we made a more local trip (only 2 hours each way) to the Balloon Fiesta. Actually, since our last trailer blew over on the way to Carlsbad the last time we planned this trip, the kids were voting for a hotel room, anyway! This saved me that expense.
Anyway, here's my scrap"book" for the event:
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My current trailer cabin is in my step-dad's garage right now, waiting for a 5x8 trailer (I decided to upgrade--wider is better). Unfortunately, money will be tight until the shutdown ends, as I will only be working 1/3 time, so I haven't ordered the trailer yet.
Catherine and twins (now 12 years old!!!)