outer banks

[Note to our NC friends: Last weekend we discovered why everyone raves about this favourite holiday spot.  We can certainly attest that the Outer Banks cure all ills!

Note to Orville and Wilbur:   Not so long ago, you determined to fly the first powered aircraft.  Now only a mound and a set of stones mark your success. Your goals and dreams were incredibly realised here.  We witness how the Memorial stands as a testament of your courage, perseverance, and faith.  We salute you!

Note to Dad: Your craft and art work is, as always, stunning.  Thank you for the time away.  Thank you for the time together.

Eternal summertime at Outer Banks, North Carolina, June 2009]

 

inner peace

[Hey Dad, Recently read this ad, "Climb in for an amazing experience: available heated and cooled leather-trimmed seats and dual-zone electronic temperature control. Plus, available --- 3rd-row seating that flattens into the floor with the push of a button. Then consider this: --- is the only full size SUV to receive the highest government frontal crash test safety rating for four years in a row. How's that for inner peace?"

I think not.  The last few weeks surely have been stressful but I am glad you give greater peace than a flashy SUV or anything in this world could ever provide.

Slideshow: St Alban with the Winsors, April 2009.  Peace.]