There is freedom waiting for you,

On the breezes of the sky,

And you ask "What if I fall?"

Oh but my darling,

What if you fly?

~ Erin Hanson

Recently we talked to my neighbor Patty. She is a mom of three young children, just like any other mom you meet every day in a suburban neighborhood. But what surprised us was we found out that she had an adventurous life when she was young in the ’90s.

Patty shared stories of how she flew airplanes as a hobby in the old-time without a GPS and other dangerous activities she challenged. She took full advantage of being a young person, knowing that you’re only young once, and being so is a privilege. She understood that there are so many things to do in the world, and leaped at any chance to try something new.

I’ve been flying to say this to you: oh for flying out loud, time will simply fly by. So please, buckle up. We’re ready to take off...