I am a husband and a father of two boys.  I thought of being a balloon pilot since I was a young g boy.  I never dreamed I would have the opportunity to do so.  After being a pilot for a few years, I mostly enjoy bringing communities together and watching how excited people get while inflating, launching, and getting to join me in the basket.  I have started doing Some competition flying, but am not competitive.  I feel it helps me become a better pilot to compete,  and work on different maneuvers.  I enjoy watching other pilots approach and continue to learn different strategies.  I have a wonderful community in Sioux Falls that helps and supports me.