Monthly Archives: February 2013

Perspective: UPT Operations

When I went through UPT (Undergraduate Pilot Training) in 1970/71, we had 11 pilot training bases.  In the late ’60’s, early ’70’s, we were producing around 2,500 pilots per year.  With a “wash-out” rate of nearly 50%, that meant taking … Continue reading

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I Flew…

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What Will We Do with You Now?

In January 1984 I came out on the Air Force Lieutenant Colonel (Lt. Col.) list.  Shortly thereafter I was called into the Boss’s office after flying one day.  I really liked my commander at the time, Nick A., so I … Continue reading

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What Does Your ‘Word’ Mean to You?

(I have enjoyed this blog and have used it for a myriad of purposes.  To ‘tell stories’ I have heard – to honor both the story, and the storyteller.  To shares bits and pieces of my recovery from alcoholism.  To … Continue reading

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Fighter Pilot Piano Player

FIGHTER PILOT PIANO PLAYER A ragged, old, derelict shuffled into a down and dirty bar.  Stinking of  stale whisky and cigarettes, his hands shook as he took the “Piano Player Wanted” sign from the window and handed it to the … Continue reading

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Gangs in America

I have always been somewhat of a “linear thinker.”  It has been a strength at times, and a weakness at others.  But more often that not, it has helped me see things great clarity.  Take this issue on gangs in … Continue reading

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poor Bob….

It’s been over a week since the news began running on (poor) Bob Menendez, D/NJ and the (underage) prostitute scandal.  The only coverage I’ve seen on it has been on FOX News, and on certain internet sites I visit.  Nary … Continue reading

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Navy Seal, Chris Kyle

Chris Kyle, a former Navy Seal, was killed over the weekend by a coward he was trying to help. I understand we are a ‘nation of law.’  But in circumstances like this, I would like to see this coward dragged … Continue reading

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Senator Robert Menendez

Senator Robert Menendez, D/NJ, is being investigated for having sex with ‘underage’ prostitutes in the Dominican Republic.  Of course these charges are politically motivated; trumped up entirely by right-wing bloggers.  I get it… This being said, the way I see … Continue reading

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I’m Not Going to Change the World…

…and there are some things ‘the World’ isn’t going to change in me… like becoming “PC.” When I wake up these days I typically spend a bit of time ‘grazing’ in bed.  You know, that’s when you are half asleep, … Continue reading

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