Where Are You From?
It’s a simple question that has gotten harder for me to answer. It usually comes up early in conversations with new acquaintances. I’ve been on the road since last June and I’ve had lots of those conversations. I think when we …
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!
Portland Blooms
Any day now the rain will start to slow down and Portland will explode with color. The first bloomers are already peaking. Louis is getting into LEGOS The Timbers played their home opener Sunday afternoon. That’s Megan & James, the …
Off to PDX
Went down to the Arch. Never get tired of this piece of art. It was closed for a major renovation of the surrounding park. So I had to settle for out side photos. Lil Roger headed out for the Contenent …
Road Trip
Driving up to St Louis this weekend then flying to Portland for the home opener of the Timbers. Hope the puppies don’t miss me. Looks like Jupiter clouds over Branson. If only I had some education in weather, I’d probably …
And You Think Portland is Weird
There is weird and there is weird, southern style. I’ve been driving Branson’s Main St at least weekly as it is the route to the animal shelter where I volunteer. Mostly walking dogs and sitting with the cats. It is …
Cowboys & Injuns
Back from a week in Texas. Never had to show my papers. Just a days drive (albeit a long day) south and slightly west of here is the infamous Diatschenko B&B in Round Rock, Texas. A quaint little burb of …
Cat photos
Thought I’d post from my iPad. Just a test to get ready for life on the road again. Went to the shelter where I walk dogs and play with cats. Dangerous work; could result in adoption. Want to see how …
Water Update 1/14
Water levels remain high and steady here on the lake. There is still a heavy release from Table Rock Dam but the same must be true for the dam and watershed upstream from our lake, keeping our level high. Just …
The Draft
I’m in the middle of writing a narrative story about my brother. One of the many things I need to get down on paper before I/we forget. As I research this narrative I find that three lives were interwoven and …
Water Update
The water is slowly receding. Highest point on top and yesterday on bottom. Here’s Taneycomo in Branson. Again, highest point at the RV Park on the top and yesterday on the bottom. Another view of the RV park. Notice the “W” shaped …