tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post3946984999776495665..comments2024-03-28T09:59:35.584-05:00Comments on Phannie and Mae: And...We're Off!Mike Millshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-6440018968596363612020-02-22T14:15:02.284-06:002020-02-22T14:15:02.284-06:00Thank you for your kind and encouraging comments. ...Thank you for your kind and encouraging comments. Yes, I admit wishing to have the memory and leave the legacy of a real flight, probably more than my family. It's so much different having the actual experience rather than just anecdotes and photos. I was the one who got the most enjoyment, I think.Mike Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-6727940829024915002020-02-22T08:53:39.817-06:002020-02-22T08:53:39.817-06:00Mike, this was such an awesome series! I believe ...Mike, this was such an awesome series! I believe some retirees look at a project that requires additional education, experience or effort and decide that the goal is beyond their capabilities. I admire the way you attacked this process with gusto, and how you were genuinely thrilled to get back to something you had loved (and, obviously, still do) and wanted to share with your growing family. Aviation is, most definitely, not a passion of mine, but I was fascinated by your detailed description of your journey back to the skies. Great posts!Mary ~ Reflections Around the Campfirehttp://www.reflectionsaroundthecampfire.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-64630904521573870132018-01-11T15:40:39.955-06:002018-01-11T15:40:39.955-06:00Thanks, Dawn. Poppy will not forget it, either!Thanks, Dawn. Poppy will not forget it, either!Mike Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-45990825001834906102018-01-11T10:29:10.309-06:002018-01-11T10:29:10.309-06:00What a wonderful experience and one the boys will ...What a wonderful experience and one the boys will always, always remember! What an awesome Poppy you are! The photos of their faces are priceless. Dawn Randombitsoftrialanderrorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07200403430382883708noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-23780292555650669862017-02-14T16:41:55.529-06:002017-02-14T16:41:55.529-06:00Yes, it was a fine day for all of us, Evelyn, and ...Yes, it was a fine day for all of us, Evelyn, and I'm sure there will be more flying in our future. Y'all have fun!Mike Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-55806791816744417772017-02-14T07:13:49.478-06:002017-02-14T07:13:49.478-06:00How wonderful that you were able to share your pas...How wonderful that you were able to share your passion with your family, both for you and for them!!!RV Khronicles of Kevelynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16612195786405870520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-63618779339842023932017-02-09T12:52:08.128-06:002017-02-09T12:52:08.128-06:00Thank you for your generous comment! I'm glad ...Thank you for your generous comment! I'm glad I could do this for the boys, and I'm guessing this won't be the last of these adventures.Mike Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-59937348744341300782017-02-09T11:28:27.555-06:002017-02-09T11:28:27.555-06:00What a great post Mike! It reminded me of my own ...What a great post Mike! It reminded me of my own first flight in a small plane provided by a wonderful family friend from a small municipal airport in the neighboring community from where we lived. I was so thrilled at the opportunity and can just imagine how wonderful it was for your grandchildren! What a very special day for you all!Cheri (Blackledge) Peinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06358083803769084618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-86377207363366999732017-02-09T00:35:33.556-06:002017-02-09T00:35:33.556-06:00Thanks! They're already clamoring to go again,...Thanks! They're already clamoring to go again, and who am I to say no? Haha!Mike Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-71028799103365922302017-02-09T00:34:48.297-06:002017-02-09T00:34:48.297-06:00I think so, too, Barney. I know it was that way fo...I think so, too, Barney. I know it was that way for me.Mike Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-18723069792455159032017-02-08T21:49:31.847-06:002017-02-08T21:49:31.847-06:00Congratulations! Such a special experience to arr...Congratulations! Such a special experience to arrange for them (and for you)!The Furry Gnomehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02485265576983125216noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-43678548228539232242017-02-08T21:01:38.901-06:002017-02-08T21:01:38.901-06:00Absolutely fantastic young man. They will never fo...Absolutely fantastic young man. They will never forget that first flight.Barney, The Old Fat Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14242837062100545160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-53806325526832623312017-02-07T23:04:32.883-06:002017-02-07T23:04:32.883-06:00Thank you, Jackie! It was a great time, for sure.Thank you, Jackie! It was a great time, for sure.Mike Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-79906630038654628602017-02-07T23:03:57.406-06:002017-02-07T23:03:57.406-06:00I highly recommend it, Ed. We need to go flying!I highly recommend it, Ed. We need to go flying!Mike Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-78193405989676671302017-02-07T23:03:22.816-06:002017-02-07T23:03:22.816-06:00Thanks, George! I had a similar experience in my y...Thanks, George! I had a similar experience in my youth that resulted in my finding a great career!Mike Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-90134895932954807392017-02-07T21:11:19.781-06:002017-02-07T21:11:19.781-06:00What an awesome memory you just created for your b...What an awesome memory you just created for your beautiful family! That will undoubtedly follow your precious grandsons their entire lives! Congratulations, job well done!Jackie Thorntonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08168705945393882810noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-88311924022907432542017-02-07T07:30:21.327-06:002017-02-07T07:30:21.327-06:00Perfect flight. Awesome memory for all of you. I&#...Perfect flight. Awesome memory for all of you. I'm inspired to follow your lead.The Happy Wanderershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04832032022142992040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-46297780538654312432017-02-07T06:42:36.470-06:002017-02-07T06:42:36.470-06:00That will be in their memories forever what and am...That will be in their memories forever what and amazing thing you did. My Uncle took me up in a small plane some 60 years ago, and still have vivid memories of that flight. Way to go 'Poppy' .<br />our awesome travelshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13031755671050584629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-14370399802086179412017-02-07T00:04:26.829-06:002017-02-07T00:04:26.829-06:00Your wager would have won some money, Patsy. '...Your wager would have won some money, Patsy. 'Poppy' just had the best day!Mike Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-55105166059120849832017-02-07T00:03:22.635-06:002017-02-07T00:03:22.635-06:00Thanks, Bill. Yes, it was a fine time for us all. ...Thanks, Bill. Yes, it was a fine time for us all. And yes, they are already petitioning me for another ride. And I'm not in the habit of saying no to these two.Mike Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-25631622309270071242017-02-06T23:49:32.017-06:002017-02-06T23:49:32.017-06:00That would have been so much fun for the boys, a r...That would have been so much fun for the boys, a ride they will never forget. For you too, I'll wager. :)Patsy Irene (Chillin' with Patsy)https://www.blogger.com/profile/17023685247825134744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-21952688913053312232017-02-06T23:28:35.346-06:002017-02-06T23:28:35.346-06:00What a great adventure for your family, especially...What a great adventure for your family, especially your grand kids. I am sure the first of many flights.Bill Richards/ On Our Wayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14012026514461151026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-38401063693513205882017-02-06T22:35:18.833-06:002017-02-06T22:35:18.833-06:00How sweet (and well written, Grasshoppah)! I'm...How sweet (and well written, Grasshoppah)! I'm so glad everyone had a good time. The secret is--I may have had the best time of all! Love ya, sweetie!Mike Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-6570353152868979872017-02-06T22:25:03.233-06:002017-02-06T22:25:03.233-06:00This was absolutely a BLAST!! We are all still tal...This was absolutely a BLAST!! We are all still talking about what an awesome experience this was. Poppy, you are the best...you are truly an example of fearlessly living life well. You were already a legend to the boys and I know this flight won't be their last. Just know that they aren't the only ones that this experience has influenced! Mindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00398902539028899333noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3612782136487369362.post-78017940215131886222017-02-06T22:14:58.276-06:002017-02-06T22:14:58.276-06:00And you're an awesome friend for saying so, Go...And you're an awesome friend for saying so, Gordon! Cheers, old chum!Mike Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03053039844141113175noreply@blogger.com