Climb West, Unrestricted.

Today was the first time I put my uniform on for a purpose other than duty. Flight duty, that is. … More

The Fireside: Chopin Nocturnes

I still don’t have any kindling. But, What I lack in kindling I more than make up for with a … More

Scar tissue is a funny thing. Be it a noticeable mark on your skin, or an invisible impression on your … More

I haven’t posted anything in a while, and just recently I was reminded of some thoughts I shared regarding the … More

Id like to share a a few thoughts I had on the value of good men and masculinity in … More

To say that I have a fairly storied, bordering on sordid history with this little airport would be something … More

I think what this blog needs is a frank discussion on what is most important in life. I think you … More

Note: on September 27, 2015 I was involved in a serious motorcycle accident with another vehicle that totaled my much … More

…is freaking the fuck out. Last night, the interwebs told me, and I assume everyone else, that there’s a new … More

Ive been giving a great deal of thought lately to changing my every day carry system. That’s right folks, it’s … More

I stumbled on this quote a couple years ago while reading a book about GySgt. Carlos Hathcock. The Gunnery Sergeant … More

It’s been a long time since I’ve contributed any material to this blog of mine. This self imposed silence can … More

Recently, I read a book about the space race in the 1960’s. As one might expect, no account of those … More

There’s a saying in this community. It’s a sad one. They say, that if you work around airplanes long enough, … More

It was the stuff of legends. It was a staple. It was always the go to place when we were … More

Be Prepared. Is that the boyscout motto? Also, I vaguely remember something about courteous, brave, clean and reverent? One down, … More