Just imagine setting out to sea in such a craft with the idea of sailing around a world that many still thought to be flat. Food and water were terrible, and sleeping was mostly done on deck, since the holds of such vessels were full of supplies and ballast that made it nearly unlivable belowdecks.Continue reading “Around the World in 1080 Days”
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Art of Aviation
This beautifully restored Stearman biplane, named “Old Crow,” rested brightly in the morning sun as well as in the mind’s eye on canvas. Thanks to the tender care of Hans Nordsiek of the Netherlands, “Old Crow” has served as his messenger to share the love of flying with children, young and old, in both EuropeContinue reading “Art of Aviation”
Secrets Locked
In the mid 1960’s, my dad was digging in a field that lay along the north banks of the Platte River in Nebraska. He felt the shovel hit something solid, so he reached into the hole and pulled out this rusty old padlock. It has a crown and “VR,” in honor of Queen Victoria, stampedContinue reading “Secrets Locked”
Eskildoodle Photos and Feelings 