I have finally gotten past the terror that Microsoft has brought upon my home computer. With the assistance of my Father, King David of Computerland, I once again have a computer that functions without massive failure each time it boots up. Thank you Dad.
Speaking of tough times, lately, I've been dealing with a bit of stress. Since I passed my FAA Written exam, I've been hell bent of making that dream of mine become reality. I've been studying a lot and I seem to fall on my ass every time I sit with my flight instructor and go over the oral portion of my exam. Finally, I've made a little headway and feel confident that failure is not imminent. I fly tomorrow with another instructor from Aerotech, Phil. Phil used to fly the B-29 during WWII and I love the insight that he offers both in the air and on the ground. He'll be going over the oral and practical portion of my pending exam with me tomorrow and if I get a thumbs up from him....the it's on to the actual exam. Nervous...HELL YES! I am ok with the reality that failure is possible and does not equal the end of the world....but the fact is....I want to pass that fucking thing and get my certificate on the first attempt. Maybe I'll feel more confident after an oral quiz and flight with Phil?
My car got rear ended last week by some guy while sitting in the drive thru lane at Wendy's. The dude hit my 2 times! I went to a body shop today near BWI and got an estimate on the work. Now, I'm waiting to see if the crazy driver will call me back to settle out of the insurance arena...or if we need to make a claim and go that route.
I was reading Jeff Conlin's latest blog regarding the space re-entry communication blackout and I feel kind of like my life is going through that stage. I've had very limited contact with friends and family lately due to my self inflicted increased workload. I look forward to being able to report success and invite those I love to join me in seeing the local area from an elevated view.
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Tom- Don't stress about not having time with friends. I was thinking about you the other day and commenting to my wife what an opportunity that you have given me. Be thankful for all the relationships that you have. Friends are not meant to be by your side 24/7, they come and go as the days pass. True friends are there when you need them and they would pick you up on the side of the PA turnpike in the rain at 3AM. Ask yourself who you would call if that happened, those are your true friends. Your working toward a goal, that is HUGE...don't underestimate the time and effort that goes into that and the fact that you may need to remove yourself from 'life' to get it done. Be proud - talk to you soon. BD
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