The ‘Noog

We headed to Chattanooga last weekend to celebrate Minnesota's birthday. Our first destination brought us to Lookout Mountain Flight Park on Lookout Mountain where we anxiously awaited instructions for the next steps on our tandem hang gliding adventures and nervously debated whether or not our legs and mind would allow us to run off the side of a cliff.

While seriously discussing the possibility of aborting the mission, we got word from the flight staff that we would NOT be jumping off the cliff, but rather starting our flight from the ground, 2000 feet below Lookout Mountain Flight Park. Whew!

After getting suited up in our safety gear with our tandem gliding instructors, a small plane towed us up to altitude before the pilot detached the rope from the glider leaving us to float effortlessly above the treetops. The views were spectacularly breathtaking and the experience was magical (and a bit terrifying).

Of course, we had to see the Chattanooga Choo Choo. We also spent time chillin’ on the porch of the Bluff View Inn, our adorable bed and breakfast located in the arts district of Chattanooga. The grounds surrounding the district were so beautiful.

Per usual, we sought out our favorite tantalizing treats: ice cream, donuts, and cupcakes. Of the three, the cupcakes were the worst. Too much icing. Blech. After massages at the Chattanoogan and a visit to the farmers' market, it was time to make a birthday wish.

As always, we're sending lots of love and hugs across the miles...the girlz