#11: 12/07/2018
Just a quick update on Pearl Harbor Day. A day with significance for me as my grandfather, while not there, was directly and profoundly affected by the events. I have had the privilege of visiting the memorial for the U.S.S. Arizona in Hawaii and it is a sobering reminder of how quickly a morning can change the lives of millions of people.
Dec 7th is also a personally significant for me as it marks the anniversary of my employment with the Federal Aviation Administration. The career path I took was very challenging and rewarding and since my retirement nearly five years ago, I have never been anything but grateful for the opportunity to work with such a great group of professionals while working toward and securing a pension which allows me the freedom to explore the world on a boat.
I know a lot of people dream it, but because of the great careers that Robin and I shared, we have been blessed to have that dream become reality . oil changes and all :)
But Pearl Harbor is a terrible reminder that no matter what our dreams may be, everything can be shattered in a moment of fury by powers and people who wish our destruction.