Arky, second from left, a special shape hot air balloon, gets ready to launch among other balloons during Thursday's Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Special Shapes Rodeo, Oct. 7, 2010, in Albuquerque, N.M
Polly, a kangaroo with babies in her pouch, prepares to launch with other special shapes hot air balloons during Thursday's Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Special Shapes Rodeo, Oct. 7, 2010, in Albuquerque, N.M. Polly has a Brazilian pilot.
Air filled feet belonging to Sponge Bob, a hot air balloon, dangle as the hot air balloon takes flight during Thursday's Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Special Shapes Rodeo, Oct. 7, 2010, in Albuquerque, N.M.
Special Shapes Balloon Fiesta
Special Shape Glowdeo a no-go
