4:30 am is early to get up for a Hot Air Balloon adventure but Richard was able to convince his soon to be fiancee to get up before the break of dawn. Ester thought she was going on a Rafting adventure but Richard had other plans. 4:30 I grab my morning coffee and a healthy banana muffin in preparation for the morning photography session.

We were launching from the Mountain View Chalet. A quick portrait of the couple before the hot air balloon proposal.

Richard and Ester helping the pilot set up the balloon. Always fun when the couple helps out. 

It's time to set up once the hot air balloon pilot fires up the propane burners.

The launch was windy and Ester felt safer on basket floor. Unexpectedly, Richard proposes to a very surprised Ester. Of course, she says yes!!!!!

A beautiful image was taken during the hot air balloon adventure with the  IN-FLIGHT BALLOON ADVENTURES company.

To end an exciting day, the couple celebrates by opening a bottle of champagne together!!!!

Nothing like a celebration with friends and family at the end of a proposal!!!!