I read, studied, and learned everything I could find about aviation. It was my greatest desire to become a pilot. I could already picture myself in the cockpit of an airliner or in a military fighter plane. I felt deep in my heart this was my thing!

During my training to become an airline captain, I had to learn how to navigate an airplane over long distances. Flights over huge oceans, crossing extensive deserts, and connecting continents need careful planning to ensure a safe arrival at the planned destination.

As I read the scriptures, it appears that those who receive the Savior's strongest reproach are often those who hold themselves in high esteem because of their wealth, influence, or perceived righteousness.

During my career as an airline pilot, I had the opportunity to be a check and training captain. Part of this job was to train and test experienced pilots to ensure that they had the necessary knowledge and skills to safely and efficiently operate those magnificent big jets.

The joy that isn't shared dies young.

I believe that contentment or any sustained period of joy that doesn't inspire thought that leads to action almost immediately is useless.

Writing isn't about the process. It is about creating. The joy comes not from the process but from the creation.

Tom Brady has given a tremendous amount of happiness joy and amazement to people all over New England and to fans outside New England as well.