Quick Start
I had not expected to fish quite this soon but Bill has this friend Bob that does winter King fishing. We got the call the night before that the Kings were hanging out in Katchemak Bay. The weather really was …
Author: Troy
So far I've reached acceptable proficiency at the following, in chronological order: Silversmith, infantryman/door gunner, helicopter pilot, fireman, carpenter, residential contractor, FAA Air Traffic Control Specialist and crotchety old retired guy. Currently, I'm learning to fly again and that is what this is all about.
7/7/2020 edit:
As I have had the opportunity to reflect (old people do that a lot) on my actual proficiency level at the above occupations, I feel adjustments are in order. The term "acceptable" depends on the observer, their own proficiency and experience level. Acceptable to me might be woefully deficient to the master.
I think it would be more accurate to claim that I have earned a living wage at all of these occupations but never got rich. Actually, I feel that I have gotten rich at the last one. I have what I need and am profoundly grateful for all of it. The future looks bright indeed, as I have learned to fly again. For that I have all of you to thank.
Thank You!
Cleared To Land
“Phouc Vinh tower Pig.” “Pig! Phouc Vinh tower, welcome back, go ahead.” “Phouc Vinh, Pig’s over the V-O-R for landing.” “Pig, Phouc Vinh; runway your choice, cleared to land.” “Thanks Phouc Vinh, I think we’ll shoot straight for P-O-L.” That’s …
The Perfect St Patty’s Day Brunch
I know I haven’t been in touch too often lately but things are picking up as I near departure on April fools day. Two years ago I decided to paint the beard for St Patrick’s’ day. Goes well with the …
Winter Will Pass
Just a quick trip to Portland confirms it has been a snowy winter; however, there are signs of Spring. Mt. Hood has a pretty good base. Meanwhile, the first Crocus are appearing. As usual, most of Central Oregon has snow …
The List
No rant, just the list of charities I’m currently supporting: The Trevor Project, http://www.thetrevorproject.org/ Planned Parenthood, https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ COVO ( Central Oregon Veterans Outreach ), http://covo-us.org/ OPB ( Oregon Public Broadcasting ), http://www.opb.org/ Veterans For Peace, https://www.veteransforpeace.org/ there are many chapters, …
47 And A Wake Up
Up to now I thought that 1960-1970 was the most interesting decade since WW II. You know you are living in “interesting times” when the most often repeated phrase during the news cast is ” no one could have predicted …
Still Here
Getting inquiries about my whereabouts and activities, so here’s a quick update. Finally got a good snow in Bend. That is The Three Sisters in the center and Mt Batchelor far left. Some friends sent me a reminder of Christmases …
Not So Huggable Trees
The forest around Alfalfa is all Juniper Pine. These are usually not huggable trees. They do put out lots of berries. Right now the Robin population has forgotten about migrating as they are all high on Juniper berries. When you walk …
Turning Final
More flying analogies; oh well, use the tools left to me, I say. It has been a while, so I need to review a bit. The end of summer saw me returning to Bend to finalize my separation from 46 …
Autum
I apologize for the lack of posts lately. I’m pretty sure you are all managing fine without them. I shouldn’t be posting now because I’m in a major funk but I have to share a few things with you all. …