I received the most wonderful, perhaps the greatest, Christmas gift ever. Caroline knew about my fascination with airplanes. She knew that I've always wanted to fly one. So to let my dream come true, she got me a gift certificate to have an introductory flight lesson at the Heritage Flight Academy.
How was it?
AMAZING. I've always loved the sunrise and the sunset. I believe God's creativity is contained in those majestical sceneries. Being in the air, 2000 feet above ground, gave me an even more awe-inspiring view of the sunset. The pilot-in-command/instructor, Matt, was kind enough to let me stay in the air long enough to watch the sun sink into the horizon. I was lost for words. The sun never looked so beautiful. I was just having goosebumps all over my body. Matt gave me a lot of stick time, and he was guiding me the whole way. After we landed, he was encouraging me to start flying lessons with him. I'm thinking about how I can successfully do it. Because I want to get my pilot's license. And someday, own my own plane. Besides, I promised Caroline, I'd take her up with me.
January 1, 2009 - The day I flew. The day I touched the heavens. The first day of the new year was spent with a glorious activity. And how better to kick-off the New Year, by being sky high.
Since Caroline stayed in Fairfax for the New Year, I brought my sister up with me instead. So kudos to her for withstanding the flight without throwing up. Also grateful for all the pictures she took.
But above all... I love you so much, Caroline. Thank you for such a mindful, thoughtful, and wonderful gift.
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And to leave you guys with a pretty picture taken before all the snow has fallen down in my new home, Rochester, I found this picture of Caroline and I at Letchworth State Park during this past fall.
