Air Races

Mantha and Nathan inside Uncle Matt's Cessna Mustang -- Okay, it's not really his plane, but he worked on the Mustang Team.

It's the most wonderful time of the year here in our valley...it's air race time. Every year, planes from around the world descend upon our town for a week's worth of air racing. They are joined by the Thunderbirds or the Blue Angels or the Canadian Snowbirds. This year, it was the Thunderbirds. I always get teary when they start to fly. I am so thankful for the men and women who sacrifice so much to defend our freedom!

The air race course takes the planes directly over our back yard. The kids love running ouside when they hear the sound of the engines. Earlier in the week, Samantha was a little unsure of the noise, but as the week has progressed, she's gotten very excited. Today, we were able to attend the air races at the airport. As you can see in the video, Samantha was excited and scared; nervous and elated all at the same time. She was so cute to watch. She literally squealed in delight and then would throw her hands over her head like she just couldn't stand it.

Watching the Thunderbirds - Waving Bye-Bye

Waiting to spin the Jelly Belly wheel of fortune...Mommy won a Jelly Belly curly straw!

Nathan and Mr. Jelly Belly

Blessings,