Writing late doesn't help but hot air balloons do

Sometimes I make the big mistake to read my earlier posts and I'm terrified by all the mistakes there! How could I even think of a plant with "medical properties"? Amazing! I'm not editing anything though. I must have proof how bad writing late is, so I can finally stick to a better schedule and post when still conscious. :)))

One of my all time favorite books is "Winnie the Pooh Bear" and one of my most favorite objects in the book is the blue balloon. Have no idea why I'm so obsessed with balloons but my son has inherited it, therefore you should know it's genetic. :))) I hope it has something to do with imagination and dreams. Something like shooting for the moon to find yourself among the stars. Or my most beloved thought written once by Bernard Shaw:
"You see things; and you say, 'Why?' But I dream things that never were and I say, "Why not?"

Capital, isn't it? Daring, provoking, dreamy, passionate, challenging, and so balloonish!

*Photo courtesy of www.loire-getaways.com

And the whole balloon point, which I turned into long and probably boring, was actually made to tell you about one fun thing you can do in the Loire Valley with which I am finalizing this series for now - you will never forget the experience if you try the hot air balloon trips offered in the area! Believe me, it is breath taking. Here are some links:
http://www.france-balloons.com/balloon-ride,val-de-loire.php
http://www.parisnet.com/balloon_loire.html
http://www.loirevalleyballoon.com/English.phtml?PHPSESSID=12f0fe2139b009edc0481f05bffc8ff9

There are many more, of course but these are quite popular. It is pricey and the rates may differ by as much as 50 Euro, so you wanna check carefully. It is always best if you are a big company or if you are staying somewhere where other people will be willing to join you because a group rate is always best value. In any case, if you have the chance, don't think twice. The memories still keep me floating years after I did it. :)

On a second thought, if you like horses (I adore them!) you will never forgive yourself passing by the French National Riding School without seeing their remarkable performances. You can read the history (deserves respect!) and see this year's program on their website: http://www.cadrenoir.fr/en/index . The school is located in Saumur and is a main attraction.

And don't forget the wineries! Cheers! Send me a postcard or a photo. :)