I was 7. We were at my grandmother's, and I remember standing on the steps of her little apartment with my dad, looking at the moon, and saying "I don't see anybody." He gotta kinda aggravated/embarrassed that I thought I would be able to see them. I didn't think I would see people, but I thought I might see little dots moving across the moon! Ah, the perspective of childhood!
We watched a bunch of shows on History HD last night, and some other channels. It is impossible to explain to kids how incredible this event was. Since the explosion of the sci-fi movie genre, they think "Star Wars" is an everyday happening.
All of the work involved in the planning. What are these guys going to wear so they don't burn up? How will they use the bathroom, etc., etc. Not to mention having enough power just to get up there. All of this needed to be figured out--and with little or no facts. They hadn't been there yet!!!
Anyhow, what looks like something someone could have cooked up in their basement (and I understand there are conspiracy theorists out there who have done just that) was one of the most miraculous events of our lifetime. Just amazing!
HA! I wasn't even born yet, but I've heard of this moment in history. *grin* What a cool guest to have. How do you get all these amazing people to agree to be guests on your blog? Well, I know everyone likes you, (Really likes you!) but you must have some incredible connections! LOL
I was watching the history channel special on this landing, and did you know that Walter Cronkite did not catch the first part of the famous phrase about one small step? The TV crew had to tell him what they said.
I am not the most consistent person you will ever know. I might write my own blogs...I might not. I tend to say too much and then regret it so if I do write, hopefully I'll re-read what I've written and then delete most of it. I Love Jesus.I am trying to reach the point in my life where I remember to "give it to God". Sometimes, I forget that he is in charge and then I try to do it myself. So far the results should be proof enough that I need to let him take over. I'm working on it with help from a few special people.
I am a firefighter and an EMT, and of course I am an adrenalin junkie. I am more focused and work best under stressful situations.
I have 2 kids whom I adore. They are boys ages 12 and 17. They are proof that I don't ALWAYS work best under stressful situations!! But, we'll be fine.
I have tons of respect for our military and our country.
My Blog title is Monkey's Are Funny...ok, they really aren't that funny but that's what my sister and I say when my ADHD kicks in. (long story)
Also, I tend to ramble....
for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of Ridicule and being accused of Association with a bad element..."
Feb 2010 Rank Insignia, from Krippled Warrior
"...Upon hearing the firefight in progress, the group of bloggers dropped all personal business, and sent much needed words of encouragement, that led to a regrouping and strengthening of fortifications, which raised the spirits and morale of those afflicted. Their acts were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Blog-O-Sphere and reflect great credit upon themselves and the Blog-O-Sphere in general. Additionally all aforementioned persons are meritoriously advanced to the rank of Chief Petty Officer, in the KW Navy."
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That was so cool, and the girls enjoyed it too.
Now I'm the one behind in responding to emails, but I have read them. :)
I was 7. We were at my grandmother's, and I remember standing on the steps of her little apartment with my dad, looking at the moon, and saying "I don't see anybody." He gotta kinda aggravated/embarrassed that I thought I would be able to see them. I didn't think I would see people, but I thought I might see little dots moving across the moon! Ah, the perspective of childhood!
I was hoping you would pick these guys!
We watched a bunch of shows on History HD last night, and some other channels. It is impossible to explain to kids how incredible this event was. Since the explosion of the sci-fi movie genre, they think "Star Wars" is an everyday happening.
All of the work involved in the planning. What are these guys going to wear so they don't burn up? How will they use the bathroom, etc., etc. Not to mention having enough power just to get up there. All of this needed to be figured out--and with little or no facts. They hadn't been there yet!!!
Anyhow, what looks like something someone could have cooked up in their basement (and I understand there are conspiracy theorists out there who have done just that) was one of the most miraculous events of our lifetime. Just amazing!
I think Greg C needs to see this to help him with his disbelief...
sshhh, don't tell him I said that.
HA! I wasn't even born yet, but I've heard of this moment in history. *grin*
What a cool guest to have.
How do you get all these amazing people to agree to be guests on your blog?
Well, I know everyone likes you, (Really likes you!) but you must have some incredible connections! LOL
I was watching the history channel special on this landing, and did you know that Walter Cronkite did not catch the first part of the famous phrase about one small step? The TV crew had to tell him what they said.
I see the moon and the moon sees me.
God bless the moon and God bless me.
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