silver lining

to save money, i booked a flight that had 

a connection in washington d.c.

the prop plane was noisy and a bit wobbly in the headwinds. 

due to "mechanical difficulties", i missed my connection.

but look at what i got to see, up close.

 discovery had just flown in 

on its way to rest in peace in an area museum.

so my rebooked flight will get me to earlham after dinner.

i'll be late to our meeting, but if i make it in time for dessert...

perhaps not all will be lost.

 i'll always remember the thrill of seeing this beauty

set against the spring sky and broad runway here at dulles.

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