Category: Fun Stuff

Into the wild blue

August is the time for air shows, and I was able to get to one that is fairly close to home, the Rockford, IL AirFest.  I haven’t been to the Rockford air show since it resumed after a lapse in time, but I wanted to head to this one.  The headliner for the event was …

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Visit to Alaska #3

In August 2009 I took the time to visit my sister who lives in Alaska.  The links below lead to some thoughts from various stage of the trip. As you can also see, I have a comprehensive gallery of images to view as well. So sit back and read through the experiences I had as …

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30% Club

I’m an official member of the 30% club – I just need my membership card and a ceremonial pin.  You’re probably scratching your head and wondering what I’m talking about.  Well, I saw Denali in all of its splendor as we were on the train north.  Since you’re likely to have only a 30% chance …

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Solo in Alaska

On Monday, I was on my own since my sister and her boyfriend had to work. I had known that before my flight up, so I booked a seat on the Phillips 26 glacier cruise out of Whittier, Alaska. After a good night’s sleep, I said farewell to my sis and headed off down the …

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