Following here are two videos about my two favorite kiting events, which I attend whenever possible. The first is in Lincoln City, Oregon. The second in Long Beach Washington. I used to fly my kites at these events when my health allowed. Now I watch my son Justin and my 5-year-old grandson Alex fly. My son Justin flies stunt kites. Great fun!
I’m pleased this piece resonated for you Kim. I love kites and have enjoyed getting them airborne time after time on the beaches of Oregon and Washington. This is a link featuring one of my favorite kiting events each year. https://vimeo.com/25851138
It’s wonderful Frank, to have control over something in flight. It is even more exciting to fly a stunt kite because it on’t stay airbourne unless you keep it in the sky. Gives you great control!
Such a feeling of expectation, and then exaltation in this, Rob. Well done. It makes me think back to when my girls were in kindergarten. They had a “kite and bubble day” when parents could come and help them fly kites and blow bubbles. I like to see kites at the beach.
Whoosh is apropos to what happens to my comments here. They seem to disappear into the ether. I am one of your biggest fans, and I’m unable to tell you so. How frustrating!
Wow–all feel good here. Kite flying is quite the celebration. You packed a whole exciting day into 44 words. We go to the Kite flying day at Pacific Beach, WA. My buddy has one that pulls a slider on wheels up to 30 mph.
Love flying kites Glenn. Have several. My son and I have stunt kites, but I can’t keep up with mine anymore. Yeah, at the Lincoln City kite festival in Oregon, I saw a guy being pulled in a 4-wheel go-cart on the beach behind a big parasail… he was flying (parfon the pun) 🙂
Hey, Rob–Beverly Crawford commented on the dVerse prompt page that she can’t leave comments on your posts. Just thought I’d mention it, in case you didn’t see it. 🙂
Spectacular! I like the way you concealed the theme of kites until the end. Reminds me a bit of the Balloon Festival in Albuquerque that I was fortunate to see once.
There is something about kites that brings a child-like spirit to life. I remember the first kite I got. They gave them out at the Zephyr gas station. My dad put it together and used strips of cotton tied together to keep it balanced in the air. Living by Lake MI we have the breeze needed to carry them to the clouds. Thank you for the reminder of a pleasant time in my childhood.
You are welcome Jade, glad you enjoyed this. 🙂 My entire family still flies kites (serious kites) by the Pacific Ocean a few times a year, including at the two kite festivals I featured at the bottom of my post.
Yes Grace, and here on the beachs of the Pacific Ocean, most kites are for adults. They are much too big for a child to hold down, the child would literally be airborn. The amazing stunt kites require tremendous skill to maneuver through the air.
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Cool.
Thanks! 🙂
This was fun to read and kites are amazing especially on the beach. I could feel that kite take flight.
Love kites True. One of the largest annual kiting events on the West Coast is held in Lincoln City Oregon. I have been many times. It’s amazing!
Oh the underlying meaning on this one! Well done!
LOL – Guess my subconscious poet was writing its own poem Dwight…
The feeling of flying a kite is palpable, Rob, especially in the lines:
‘with insistent tugging
my kite fills
stands
sculpted against the frame’.
I’m pleased this piece resonated for you Kim. I love kites and have enjoyed getting them airborne time after time on the beaches of Oregon and Washington. This is a link featuring one of my favorite kiting events each year. https://vimeo.com/25851138
I am always amazed when the kites I have tried to fly rise. And then stay up there.
It’s wonderful Frank, to have control over something in flight. It is even more exciting to fly a stunt kite because it on’t stay airbourne unless you keep it in the sky. Gives you great control!
Such a feeling of expectation, and then exaltation in this, Rob. Well done. It makes me think back to when my girls were in kindergarten. They had a “kite and bubble day” when parents could come and help them fly kites and blow bubbles. I like to see kites at the beach.
Flying kites is such a thrill for a child Merrl, and when one graduates to stunt kites, the challenge and joy becomes addicting to an adult!
It’s a great feeling.
Wonderful Kerfe! 🙂
Whoosh is apropos to what happens to my comments here. They seem to disappear into the ether. I am one of your biggest fans, and I’m unable to tell you so. How frustrating!
Not anymore Bev. I will keep my eye on my spam folder if it happens agsin!
Wow–all feel good here. Kite flying is quite the celebration. You packed a whole exciting day into 44 words. We go to the Kite flying day at Pacific Beach, WA. My buddy has one that pulls a slider on wheels up to 30 mph.
Love flying kites Glenn. Have several. My son and I have stunt kites, but I can’t keep up with mine anymore. Yeah, at the Lincoln City kite festival in Oregon, I saw a guy being pulled in a 4-wheel go-cart on the beach behind a big parasail… he was flying (parfon the pun) 🙂
Hey, Rob–Beverly Crawford commented on the dVerse prompt page that she can’t leave comments on your posts. Just thought I’d mention it, in case you didn’t see it. 🙂
Thanks Merril! Bev has left 19 comments on my site since ladt November. She isn’t blocked, so I don’t know why?
Spectacular! I like the way you concealed the theme of kites until the end. Reminds me a bit of the Balloon Festival in Albuquerque that I was fortunate to see once.
Thank you Mish! I have been to the Albuquerque Balloon Festival. It is amazing! 🙂
There is something about kites that brings a child-like spirit to life. I remember the first kite I got. They gave them out at the Zephyr gas station. My dad put it together and used strips of cotton tied together to keep it balanced in the air. Living by Lake MI we have the breeze needed to carry them to the clouds. Thank you for the reminder of a pleasant time in my childhood.
You are welcome Jade, glad you enjoyed this. 🙂 My entire family still flies kites (serious kites) by the Pacific Ocean a few times a year, including at the two kite festivals I featured at the bottom of my post.
What a wonderful sight those kites make. They bring fun and happy childhood memories.
Yes Grace, and here on the beachs of the Pacific Ocean, most kites are for adults. They are much too big for a child to hold down, the child would literally be airborn. The amazing stunt kites require tremendous skill to maneuver through the air.