Title: The Business of Flying
Source: 100 Word Wednesday: Week 134
Word count: 100 words
Image by Bikurgurl
They drift, while I watch with envy. Most times I pilot, but today I lead the chase team, earthbound. Owning the business, I have a job I love. Then there are these days.
Two ground crew personnel called in sick. Airborne, the expedition holds its own excitement. With paying customers, the events, food, and photos at the landing site are more important than the ride. When the balloons reconnect with the earth, the focus becomes extending the experience, helping them re-live their adventure and develop the stories they will tell their friends.
Still, I wish I was among the clouds.
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Keep on writing.
Jo Hawk The Writer
Jo Hawk 
I love the detailed thought process of the pilot – I’m sure most pilots, particularly hot air balloon pilots, do it because they live it 🖤 Thank you for joining us again this week 🖤
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My pleasure. It was a lot of fun. 👍
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🖤
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Flying in a balloon must be exhilarating
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I can only imagine. 🙂
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Yes, me too. It takes a very adventurous spirit to go up in a balloon.
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Heights make me nervous. At least its not vertigo.
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The normal human reaction.
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Fabulous take on the photo. I particularly love your closing line,
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Thank you, Mae Clair. Glad you liked it.
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Very enjoyable!
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So glad you enjoyed it, Renel
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I did–and you inspired me to write for the prompt, so thank YOU!
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Wonderful! I can’t wait to read your piece. 🙂
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It’s up 🙂
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