Celebrate Intimate Weddings

Just before lift off at approximately 5:30 a.m. Larry James, Rollie (the Captain), Rodney & Natalie McKimmey are ready to go as Carl (Director of Operations at Hot Air Expeditions) and Crew Chief Rob look on.

Captain Rollie prepares to give the balloon lift by heating the air inside the balloon as Rodney and Natalie prepare for their adventure.

At about 4,100 feet over the Phoenix area, with their backs to Larry, Rodney gave Natalie a hug, gently held her close and said, "Would you marry me all over again?" Natalie smiled and said, "In a hot air balloon?" Rodney said, "Yes."

Without knowing that she was about to be surprised with a wedding vows renewal ceremony, she quickly replied, "I'd marry you again in a heartbeat!" Captain Rollie handed Larry his notes as Rodney gently turned her around to face Larry and said, "Then let's do it right now!"

The look on Natalie's face was priceless! She was totally surprised to see Larry facing them ready to do the ceremony.

Larry begins the vows renewal ceremony as Natalie tries to hold back the tears.

Natalie listens as Rodney reads a list of meaningful moments in their marriage, including their three wonderful children, Jackcord, Zachery and Victoria.

Captain Rollie hid two red rose buds on his side of the balloon to be presented to Natalie and Rodney during the ceremony.

"You may now renew your marriage vows with a kiss!"

Happy together, and ready to go for another 18 years! During the flight we had an unobstructed 360-degree view of the Valley of the Sun.

The balloon is on the ground and we had a safe landing.

Hot Air Expeditions prepared a champagne breakfast with scrumptuously prepared gourmet food for the happy couple and they invited Larry James to join them. What a way to celebrate 18 wonderful years together!

Venue:  Somewhere 4,100 feet over the Greater Phoenix area
Hot Air Expeditions:  www.HotAirExpeditions.com - 480-502-6999
Planning:  The Boulders Resort - Concierges, Sherry Kane & Rebecca Rorabough - 480-488-7317

Call Larry James (480-998-9411) for complete details of how to surprise your sweetheart!

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