149. What a great country we have become. And I celebrate from the last province to join confederation in 1949 – Newfoundland….or as islanders would say, “1949 is when Canada joined us.” I have served in as a civilian and military member in every province and territory in this confederation. I have melted in the … More Happy Canada Day!
As I review and edit the book, I stumble through numerous contemplations. I thought I would share one…. …A few days had passed, and I tried to function. I was a stick in the family spokes of progress. They were functioning without me. Yesterday, the important decisions were about life and death— identifying Taliban, evacuating … More Book is getting close…
As Christmas approaches I am reminded of 6 years ago. I was very fortunate to travel home during the holidays. Not everyone was so blessed. Some had to stay and work and there are others, others that will never come home again. My thoughts as I write are of you, your families, and your sacrifice. … More Merry Christmas
In my last post, I was leaning to describe the irony between an extremely beautiful land and how such beauty and ruggedness can be poisoned by humanity. As I flew through Afghanistan, I recollected thoughts of the Canadian Rockies any American Rocky Mountains that I have also flown through. As I experienced North America from … More 14A. A contemplation
Just a commentary on the current affairs of our world. Now it is almost 2016 and society is faced with wide-spread propaganda promoting fear and violence in the name of attaining of peace and security. As I write this ISIS is growing, attacks against England, Los Angeles and Paris have occurred. Russia, France, Britain and … More Step away from the Fear…
"Go For Shakedown" -- Canadian Griffon Helicopters in Afghanistan 