Holding Pattern
Although a holding pattern is a fairly easy maneuver compared to other tasks in instrument flying, it is a source of confusion and apprehension to many instrument trainees and novice…
Doing Away with the Same-Old, Same-Old
Twice in the last week I've seen the following quote and have since referenced it with a few friends. Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting…
What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve?
The song "What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?" has been running through my head since yesterday. It's a sweet (even romantic) song that has been covered by many talents.…
Choose Joy
Just a simple, quick post: Choose Joy. The holiday season presents obligation, an overload of activities and food and drink, and stresses for each individual. But we all need to…
Plan Ahead, Shop Early and Be Aware: Mercury Retrograde Dec. 10-30, 2010
A planet is described to be in retrograde when it appears to be moving backwards through the zodiac. Actually this is an illusory planetary motion created by the orbital rotation…
I’m (Not) Sick… Okay, Maybe
I'm a stubborn sick person. I actually don't often get ill, and I seem to do the right things to maintain a strong immune system. Daily vitamins, daily exercise, apple…
This is Your Brain on…
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtih-rOXXPw&feature=related] Perhaps you're familiar with the famous commercial of the 1980s, publicized by Partnership for a Drug-Free America: "This is your brain [holding egg]; this is drugs [pointing to butter…
My Take-Aways from the Movie Hereafter
This past Friday, on the night it actually opened, I saw the movie Hereafter, starting actor Matt Damon. While this movie was not what I expected, I'm not entirely sure…
Why I’m Still Facebook-Free and Still Okay with It
Gasp! "You're not on Facebook?!?" I get that reaction a lot, followed by a look of sincere disappointment. So, Facebook, that on-line social-networking website that allows us to share our…
Sensing Our Dearly (Departed) Loved Ones
Last Sunday I had brunch with my lovely friend Vicki at her place, and my dog Harley was also invited. Talking, cooking and eating all happened seamlessly, creating an enjoyable,…