Southern Oregon Kite Festival '05
 Brookings, Oregon
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Seems like there will always be stories surrounding the "Road to Brookings". This year included a 6:30 am flight out of San Francisco which meant being up and at em at 2:30 am. Both Brian and I asked more than once who we must have made angry to have had such an ungodly early flight with plane changes in Sacramento and Eureka. But the plane finally landed in Crescent City and we were graciously met by Ron and Sandy Gibian, treated to a fine breakfast and juicy conversation, and then drove to Brookings for an exceptionally fine weekend. I want to thank the Port Authority for being such great hosts for this event. I hope it will continue and I hope I will again be included on the guest list. SOFK is the best!!!! Thanks bunches Nita!!!

Being at the airport before it even opens requires special seating.

The fliers picnic at the RV park was fantastic. Thanks Roger.

The picnic was a great venue to get reacquainted.

My two favorite guys.

Brian's Dot. Cool flier.

Pilots meeting.

The charm of Brookings is the great cast of characters that are brought together.

Brian, Rod and Cindy Thrall, and Susan Shampo...love you guys.

Gabby creations.

John and Mary Gabby make the best kites.

Lenzen Dellaportas in the early morning breeze.

Ron flying a slk. Shhh...don't tell anyone.

Barry Poulter's outstanding noodles and roks.

I love flying Barry's kites...they are the best.

Brian took this shot while flying the noodle. Thanks Brian.

The breeze freshened late afternoon and I was given the chance to fill a Lenzen sky. Thanks Sherri and Lisa!

A magical moment for me.

Oh Mary....I want one!!!!!!! Fantastic!!!!!

Always fun giggling with Ms. Shampo.

The silver cuff bracelet looks good on this guy!!!!

Everyone wants to be a fireman!

A pile of Lenzen kites.

Another Champie photo of a Lenzen sky.

Now if they will fly that well in New York City. NEW YORK CITY!!!!

Thanks Al for flying one of my kites.

Brian moving the new crossdeck out of the way.

Brian flying solo exhibition. I love watching the master whacker fly.

Rod Thrall brought Larry Mixon's Minnie Mouse out to show to the crowd. Sweet, sweet kite.

Brian and I flying our birds.

Brian, you honor me with your friendship.

Sunday evening festivities.

Al Stroh and Susan Shampo relaxing after a tough day entertaining the masses.

Thanks Brookings. See you next year.

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