A Festival {{Summer Bucket List}}

Summer is quickly dwindling, and one of the last things I wanted to do with the little man before this glorious season is said and done is attend a festival. I wasn't too particular as to what type of festival, I mean, every town has one, it was just a matter of actually getting to one.

Well, fortunate for us, we're spending a little time in one of our favorite places. While here we caught wind from Sally of a balloon festival not too terribly far from us. Naturally I couldn't pass up the opportunity.

As we check off the last thing from 2014 Summer Bucket List here are Fridays Fives highlighting The National Balloon Classic.

1. THESE TWO!! Once again they were reunited, and by gosh, if they didn't actually interact! Not only did they play together, they were able to blow some serious steam by running endlessly in a huge grassy field.

They held hands. Heart exploded.

2. After all that energy was expelled it was time. The balloons began their ascension. Marcus was hooked. He couldn't take his eyes off the massive balloons.

3. A smattering of rain found us, but that didn't deter anyone - including Grandma - from the spectacle in the sky.

The sight of Marcus snuggled up with Grandma to keep dry, warm, and cozy while watching the balloons take flight may have been the best part of all for me.

4. After a good dozen balloons took to the skies, and the rain fell a bit heavier, the boys found fun in our umbrellas. When life hands you lemons you make lemonade!

Lower left photo credit: Sally

5. It was a pretty mellow festival. But perfect for us. And, seeing these two have the time of their lives? Best festival ever.

They're going to grow up to be the best of friends. I just know it.
Right photo credit: Sally

What's even better, Marcus is going to experience something very similar to this with his *other* Grandma and Grandpa in just a few days.

Have you wrapped up your Bucket List? Be sure to link up and share the lasts bits of summer fun!