Sounding Negative, Feeling Negative

With the happenings going on at school, I've caught myself feeling, sounding and acting rather negative over the last several weeks. As any type of education progresses, there are highs and lows. Up until now, they been relatively easy to swallow and get past.

Sarcasm doesn't just involve one statement. For me, it's a way of life. I am naturally sarcastic and probably always will be. People that know me either love it or hate it. There's no in-between.

The biggest downside is that sarcasm left unchecked can lead to severe negativity and pessimism and that is where I find myself right now. Another flight was cancelled today and it doesn't look good for tomorrow either.

In the grand scheme of things, flight school problems are no big deal. I understand that and don't have a woe is me attitude. However, flight school does not come cheap. In addition to the financial burden, it has put an incredible strain on my family. Resolution is not optional. It's time to go to guns with school over this.

To quote our Commander In Chief: "There's an old saying in Tennessee — I know it's in Texas, probably in Tennessee — that says, fool me once, shame on — shame on you. Fool me — you can't get fooled again."

So here's to counting life's many blessings. My wife and best friend, my children, family, friends and home. I have more than any man deserves.

Life is good - even when the "Flying Turd" is grounded.