Of Glen_B and Suggestion Five.
There is much within the Buckley saga with which empathy can be found, a significant much and yet it seems Glen has not learned to read the tea leaves of historical fact, nor gleaned, from hard won, hands on experience 'the way things work'. A new post - HERE - on the UP clear evidence of how very easy it is to stumble onto one of the many trapdoors hidden within 'the system'. Suggestion 5, if it ever came to pass, would be fully supported by, while causing much happiness and 'Hi-Fives' all around from the denizens of Sleepy Hollow. The ever stalwart 'Sunfish' reply - HERE - gently explains how the mystique of that valley subtly operates. -
“If ever I should wish for a retreat whither I might steal from the world and its distractions, and dream quietly away the remnant of a troubled life, I know of none more promising than this little valley.”
'The Act' has been a large bone of contention for many decades; many agree that it must be amended - but how should it be amended? From whom will suggestions to that modification be accepted? Not AOPA - that is a certainty; (20/1 the place - 40's a win) on my Tote; just based on a participation score against the active committees and against the 'advice' on offer from other sources. For an easy to follow reference on performance and penetration into the 'right' circles, check AMROBA's score card - Evens the win - 4's the place) on my Tote - to get at least some significant changes brought in line. No gabfests, no tedious video, no endless rambles: just common sense, backed by supported 'evidence' of obvious advantage, a deep working knowledge of the law, the system; and, importantly, of that which is necessary to persuade government offices that 'the change' is righteous. IMO - AOPA do not need, nor warrant a grant - not as it stands, not without clear definition and direction providing unsullied, focused aims. Defining why the Act must be changed, what in the Act must be changed and provide potential solutions and motivation to those who can actually make it happen. Consider - P2's homework - HERE-.
“The road must be trod, but it will be very hard. And neither strength nor wisdom will carry us far upon it. This quest may be attempted by the weak with as much hope as the strong. Yet it is oft the course of deeds that move the wheels of the world: Small hands do them because they must, while the eyes of the great are elsewhere.”
I suppose the tedious 'election' must be mentioned; it is getting ugly out there in the political arena, mind you with almost every 'reporter' delivering an 'opinion' rather than just a report and allowing intelligent folk to form their own opinion distracts from that democratic right - alas. I much prefer 'fact' and history, aviation's true dilemma began last time 'Albo' was in command; gives me cold shivers to even contemplate another 'white' paper; that is as much comment as the current circus deserves. Yuk/Yawn.....
“Elections belong to the people. It's their decision. If they decide to turn their back on the fire and burn their behinds, then they will just have to sit on their blisters.”
Aye well, 'twill all be over soon and we can all look forward to another six month of the waiting game; while everybody finds their seat - like waiting for the passengers to get settled in and stop shuffling about - damn tedious but alas, necessary for all that..No matter, we shall have a BRB and darts tomorrow night; some returning from their drive to Bankstown to watch Sen. Patrick demonstrate his magic nut-cracker trick - can't wait for the troops to line up at the bar; and, bonus. P7's ribs have healed well enough for darts - we may even beat the dreaded Canadians - we shall see.
Her endeth the fools ramble; except to say that the evening before last, with bated breath I watched a new kitten casualty stroll over to the big dog's favourite spot, gently pat his right paw (about the same size as the kitten) and, in an act of shear audacity - curl up beside it and go to sleep. The look on the dog's face is one I shall never, not ever, forget - priceless; the lick bestowed was benign - but the glint in the amber eyes - well; I've seen that before too. No doubt this will be a competition worth the watching. Time to retrieve my errant boot - the orchard gate awaits.
Selah -
There is much within the Buckley saga with which empathy can be found, a significant much and yet it seems Glen has not learned to read the tea leaves of historical fact, nor gleaned, from hard won, hands on experience 'the way things work'. A new post - HERE - on the UP clear evidence of how very easy it is to stumble onto one of the many trapdoors hidden within 'the system'. Suggestion 5, if it ever came to pass, would be fully supported by, while causing much happiness and 'Hi-Fives' all around from the denizens of Sleepy Hollow. The ever stalwart 'Sunfish' reply - HERE - gently explains how the mystique of that valley subtly operates. -
“If ever I should wish for a retreat whither I might steal from the world and its distractions, and dream quietly away the remnant of a troubled life, I know of none more promising than this little valley.”
'The Act' has been a large bone of contention for many decades; many agree that it must be amended - but how should it be amended? From whom will suggestions to that modification be accepted? Not AOPA - that is a certainty; (20/1 the place - 40's a win) on my Tote; just based on a participation score against the active committees and against the 'advice' on offer from other sources. For an easy to follow reference on performance and penetration into the 'right' circles, check AMROBA's score card - Evens the win - 4's the place) on my Tote - to get at least some significant changes brought in line. No gabfests, no tedious video, no endless rambles: just common sense, backed by supported 'evidence' of obvious advantage, a deep working knowledge of the law, the system; and, importantly, of that which is necessary to persuade government offices that 'the change' is righteous. IMO - AOPA do not need, nor warrant a grant - not as it stands, not without clear definition and direction providing unsullied, focused aims. Defining why the Act must be changed, what in the Act must be changed and provide potential solutions and motivation to those who can actually make it happen. Consider - P2's homework - HERE-.
“The road must be trod, but it will be very hard. And neither strength nor wisdom will carry us far upon it. This quest may be attempted by the weak with as much hope as the strong. Yet it is oft the course of deeds that move the wheels of the world: Small hands do them because they must, while the eyes of the great are elsewhere.”
I suppose the tedious 'election' must be mentioned; it is getting ugly out there in the political arena, mind you with almost every 'reporter' delivering an 'opinion' rather than just a report and allowing intelligent folk to form their own opinion distracts from that democratic right - alas. I much prefer 'fact' and history, aviation's true dilemma began last time 'Albo' was in command; gives me cold shivers to even contemplate another 'white' paper; that is as much comment as the current circus deserves. Yuk/Yawn.....
“Elections belong to the people. It's their decision. If they decide to turn their back on the fire and burn their behinds, then they will just have to sit on their blisters.”
Aye well, 'twill all be over soon and we can all look forward to another six month of the waiting game; while everybody finds their seat - like waiting for the passengers to get settled in and stop shuffling about - damn tedious but alas, necessary for all that..No matter, we shall have a BRB and darts tomorrow night; some returning from their drive to Bankstown to watch Sen. Patrick demonstrate his magic nut-cracker trick - can't wait for the troops to line up at the bar; and, bonus. P7's ribs have healed well enough for darts - we may even beat the dreaded Canadians - we shall see.
Her endeth the fools ramble; except to say that the evening before last, with bated breath I watched a new kitten casualty stroll over to the big dog's favourite spot, gently pat his right paw (about the same size as the kitten) and, in an act of shear audacity - curl up beside it and go to sleep. The look on the dog's face is one I shall never, not ever, forget - priceless; the lick bestowed was benign - but the glint in the amber eyes - well; I've seen that before too. No doubt this will be a competition worth the watching. Time to retrieve my errant boot - the orchard gate awaits.
Selah -