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Flying

by Susan Cowger 5 Comments

We take flying for granted. A magical act suspended in the steely strength of physics. Oh, that it could be without steel and combustion. Except then it would depend on me, wouldn’t it? Think of the exhaustion of those poor birds migrating from North to South America. Or London and Ireland. With my sister and neices and other school mates and parents. Let me tell you–it’s wonderful in a million ways you wouldn’t expect. Please let it be that way for the birds as well (not pure instinct).

I have a bad habit of immitating the accent and speech of those around me. I sit wuith Kathy from MinnesOHta and in no time I am talking MinnesOHtan. Still haven’t lost the yeahyeahyeah (said quietly as both agreement and as listening sounds) or calling water WAH TAH from the Kenya trip. Forgive me ahead of time for whatever embarassing twang I bring back from the Isles.

More on Kenya when I return two weeks hence.
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June 15, 2009 Blog

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  1. Olson Family says

    June 28, 2009 at 1:22 pm

    {smile. empathetic nod.}

    I look forward to reading more.

    Reply
  2. Rose Emily says

    June 27, 2009 at 6:52 am

    hahaha oh and I TOTALLY do the same thing with accents! I always feel like someone will think I'm mocking them..oh no! But I just cant help it..:)

    Reply
  3. Rose Emily says

    June 24, 2009 at 7:42 pm

    Love this photo! the color is outstanding!

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  4. Craig and Bethany says

    June 17, 2009 at 5:26 am

    Yes, yes, yes, us too! The kids keep trying to imagine how Europe can sort of be by Africa (also known as the the airport to Jack – hahaha) 🙂

    And way cool pic.

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  5. Daniel and Cerissa says

    June 15, 2009 at 6:58 pm

    We're praying for Grammie…
    Can't wait to hear more life-changing stories from Africa!

    Reply

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