Mom's Wild Adventure

My PR trip to Florida was probably one of the most interesting ones I have ever been on. Riding on a military plane in a jump seat was quite an experience, especially when we headed home with turbulent weather and a tornado watch at Carswell. We could go all over the plane including up front and only had to wear seatbelts at takeoff and landing. Watching the mid-air refueling was fascinating but the highlight was probably the 20-minute helicopter ride around Cape Canaveral, swooping in and out of buildings, etc. They were preparing for this weekÂ’s night launch. That would be a site to see. We had two parachute demonstrations, a demo on loading a fighter in 40 minutes to be ready for warfare, and emergency response demos were all good too. The CoCo Beach Hilton was excellent. We had military food twice which was quite good and really cheap. (We ate free) An example - egg drop soup - 20, baked chicken - 90. I had my own room with 2 queen beds. The espirit de corps of the troops was magnificent. Our colonel had quit a job as a pilot at American Airlines to come back to the service after 911. It was great to see thecamaraderiee and devotion of the military personnel. I guess that was part of the plan, but I now understand why Daddy loved being in the Air Force.

Tsk Tsk

So for all of you out there who FORGOT MELINDA'S BIRTHDAY, shame on you! I was the only one who called! And from what she told me, it was pretty sad knowing that her loving sisters and even her mother forgot to call her and send some birthday wishes (even though to mom's defense she had already given her a card and a present.) But anyway. Happy Birthday two days ago Melinda! Oh, and John's b-day is today for anyone that is interested...but you don't have to call him. :)