morning notes
1. It hasn’t sunk in just yet. The fact that I’m a pilot, that is. I think the first time I take someone up it will really hit home. It’s an incomparable feeling–it can be fun again now that the (necessary for a time) pressure is off. Thinking about the experience, it’s almost routine–running through the preflight, the pre-takeoff checklists and the radio calls, among other things. And I want it to become even more routine and familiar.
2. Had a bit of a celebration for Luke’s 2nd birthday on Monday. The president of the company where I work got wind of the fact that I had passed my checkride and generously offered to reimburse me for a nice dinner with Diane. But having spent Saturday with her and letting her parents babysit Luke all day, I thought it better if the three of us all did something together. Monday evening we went to a local chain restaurant and feted his birthday. Diane and I collaborated to buy him a combination sandbox/water play area, which he loves. He is a fantastic little boy and the bond between us is growing a little more each time.
3. Jethro called yesterday regarding a mountain biking trip planned by our church group to Virginia on Sunday afternoon. He suggested we might fly up there and “split the time” (translation: Now that I’m a private pilot I can log “pilot in command” time). That’s a nice feeling of camaraderie.
4. Karl just passed out Easter candy to everyone–Nestle chocolate eggs. Yesterday afternoon he “released for consumption” (he has a stash) one of his Lindt chocolate bars. Yum.
Bring me some chocolate eggs. I need them.
1. :: applause! ::
I’ll see what I can do :)
Thank you, Theresa :)
WoW! Way to go on getting that license! Did you fly today? Was a pretty day for it, although a bit windy.
I’m proud of you. :)
~M
Wow! I’ve been out of the loop!!! Congrats! Happy Easter! And I’m sure a myriad of other things should be said, so add those in with some jazz hands or spirit fingers!!! : )
When do I get a ride?
Thank you! And happy belated Easter to you too! :) I got your message yesterday but didn’t get a chance to respond before you signed off. I read your pray request today, too. That’s exciting, and I will be praying!
Thank you, Meredith. No, I didn’t fly–Saturday Diane, Luke, myself and a couple others went to the zoo in Asheboro. It was a hot day for it but it was good for divers reasons.
I’m excited for you about your imminent move to D.C.! Way to go!