Young Eagle Flight

The boys had an opportunity to fly for free through a program designed to get kids flying. All over the nation they have had over a million kids fly with the program. One of the volunteers told me they have a great safety record, only one crash that killed about three people. I am sure that was to comfort me but I didn't find it so while my boys were up in the air.

Travis has always loved airplanes. He had the best time. He got off and told me he wants to be a pilot. They flew about 20-30 minutes. They flew over our house and were able to see all kinds of things.

Cody flew as well but was kind in letting the other kid sit in front. Next time he would like to sit in the front seat. They will offer it again in October so we will try it out again.

Meleah wasn't old enough. But this guy reminded all of the kids of their Papa. He teased them and chatted with each of them. I asked him if he could tell us some corny jokes. The funny thing is that they owned 10 acres in Bemidji, MN. He has sisters in Park Rapids, close to my parents. Now they live near Grand Junction. Meleah wanted to have his picture, so we went and asked him and he loved it.

That was a fun way to spend a Saturday morning.