A to Z, The US Version, Flying, Travel

A is for Aviation

As a lifelong aviation nut, I became a private pilot in 1992. Since then, I’ve witnessed the shift to glass cockpits, GPS, and electronic flight bags, but missed the “glory days’ of personal air transportation in the 70s and early 80s. It’s much safer now, but incredibly expensive.

Musings, Travel

Gift Ideas for Travelers

Hopefully, our spirit of giving is still alive and well. If you’re looking for a few tips on what to get for the person on your list with a chronic case of wanderlust.

Arizona, Travel

Light Up The Holidays!

We dropped the top on the convertible and inched our way through the maze of lights set to rockin’ holiday music. WHAT FUN! Lights blinked and flashed in-time to the tunes cheerfully playing on the radio.

Musings, Travel

Adventure Is Closer Than You Think

You may be wondering, what does all of this have to do with travel? I mean, this is supposed to be a travel blog, right? Much of the country stayed home this year on a day that is renowned for packed roadways, crowded airports, and huge family gatherings.

Bucket List, Musings, Travel

One Item – Do You Dare?

If you had to take a trip with just ONE item, what would it be? What’s the one thing that is absolutely essential to you when you travel?

Musings, Travel

Weather Happens

Sing in the rain. Throw your head back and catch snowflakes on your tongue. Bundle up and embrace the brisk chill of a cold wind in your face. Peel off your layers and let the warm sun shine down on you. No matter what the weather is like, enjoy it.

Musings, Travel

The Case for Loyalty

Our meetings the next day ran much longer than planned, so when we realized we needed to stay another night, we re-booked our flights home (another positive story) and re-booked another night’s stay.

Diversion, Travel

Do You Dare?

One of the things I find the most fascinating about travel is how different people around the world do the things we all do. Where we “go” is obviously one of those things.

Arizona, Musings

Stop and Smell the Roses

Amid the white-puffed green of cotton plants and colorful, fruit-laden citrus trees are acres and acres of roses.

Musings

VOTE!

I’m taking a brief blog from blogging today because it’s election day. GO VOTE! As a Veteran of the United States Air Force who spent nearly ten years living overseas, I have given my time and energy, through dedication and Patriotism, to ensure that our Constitutional Republic continues to exist. It is the right …… Continue reading VOTE!