Safire’s speech for Apollo 11 disaster

Yeah, initially that sounds way off-topic, I realize. Came across this speech today and thought it had some interesting thought parallels to those that explore the outdoors and push the limits, and don’t make it back. A eulogy of sorts for those that strive for firsts.


Snow panther

80% of the time it snows every time.

Snow forecasted for this week. Yes, I realize that means we’re that means we’re inching ever closer to that period of nonstop rain and near perpetual darkness, where it’s dark when you leave for work and dark when you come home, but if you don’t get excited for snow in the forecast you’re on the wrong blog.

80% of the time it snows every time

Snow panther: 80% of the time it snows every time