Balloon Fiesta

Hit whar uh nice event in The '70s. The smog was so bad in the '80s & '90s we figured the only people who came didn't know any better. Since then a couple of coal-fired generating stations have closed and more stringent vehicle emissions standards have improved visibility...somewhat. As you see, the mountains a mere mile away are occluded. Air-quality today is "moderate."

Mañuel got new, shinier wheels for his truck. The old ones are serving as yard decor in front of the house. He has a GREAT stereo system that announces his arrival; loud muffler BLATS signal departure.