I think everyone knows what a formula is. For some it is the chemical composition of a compound. Maybe it is a recipe for a cake. How about a conditional response like a force exerted on an object results in an equal but opposite force. Maybe you are into orbital mechanics and everything is in ellipses. … Continue reading Formulas
Avoidance Maneuvers
When I was in the Navy I was a test pilot. I had an opportunity to fly all kinds of aircraft. My primary aircraft was the F/A-18 Hornet. But I also flew gliders, helicopters, P-3s and vintage WWII tail draggers (to name a few). One of the tasks of a test pilot is to evaluate an aircraft's … Continue reading Avoidance Maneuvers
Falling from Grace
When you want something, really really want it, you will likely do anything to get it. That includes God Himself. I am so desperate for more of God, more of His presence, more of His truth, more of His love, more of His conversation, more of Him. Even though it is God I want, even … Continue reading Falling from Grace
A Can-Do Attitude
I love the spirit of adventure. The Sierra Nevada mountains are in my backyard. I see them everyday. I see the purple majesty of sunrise and the colossal sunsets when there are just a few clouds hugging the granite peaks. I find myself daydreaming about those who came before us. How did they find their … Continue reading A Can-Do Attitude
100 Balloons!!!
This is the 100th post of alancetotheheart! It started with balloons and this painting by my daughter (she is awesome): Since then there have been 99 balloon rides of discovery. I hope you have enjoyed the journey. Here are a couple of stats for those that like that kind of stuff. This post has been … Continue reading 100 Balloons!!!